Practice Leader - Water/Wastewater
Practice Leader – Water/Wastewater
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced water and wastewater professional to lead and grow a specialist technical practice. This senior role will involve setting strategic direction, developing client relationships and providing technical leadership across a varied portfolio of infrastructure, treatment and network projects.
You will be responsible for shaping the practice plan, identifying opportunities for sustainable growth and supporting the delivery of high-quality, commercially successful work. Working with multidisciplinary teams, clients and delivery partners, you will promote innovation, best practice and effective collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
Key responsibilities
- Lead the water and wastewater practice, establishing clear objectives, priorities and performance measures.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and industry partners.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities, contributing to bids, proposals and strategic account plans.
- Provide technical assurance and professional oversight across studies, designs and project delivery.
- Support the development of project teams, including mentoring, coaching and succession planning.
- Promote safe, sustainable and efficient approaches to water and wastewater infrastructure.
- Monitor financial performance, resource requirements, programme delivery and risk across the practice.
- Represent the practice at industry events, professional forums and client meetings.
About you
You will be a chartered or professionally qualified engineer, scientist or equivalent, with substantial experience in the water and wastewater sector. Your background may include treatment works, water supply, sewerage networks, asset management, flood resilience or related infrastructure programmes.
You will combine strong technical credibility with commercial awareness and proven leadership capability. Excellent communication and influencing skills are essential, as is the ability to build trusted relationships and translate complex technical matters into clear advice for clients and senior stakeholders.
The role offers the opportunity to influence the direction of a growing practice, work on technically challenging projects and contribute to the development of more resilient and sustainable water services. Flexible working arrangements and a competitive package are available, alongside opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Practice Leader - Water/Wastewater
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