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We are seeking an accomplished Associate Vice President – Water/Wastewater to provide strategic leadership across a diverse portfolio of water, wastewater, and water resources projects. This senior role will oversee technical delivery, client relationships, business development, and team performance while helping shape long-term growth across the practice. The successful candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary professionals, public agencies, utilities, and private-sector clients to deliver practical, sustainable, and innovative solutions.

Responsibilities will include leading the planning, design, and delivery of complex water and wastewater programmes; reviewing technical approaches, budgets, schedules, and quality standards; and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable regulations. You will support the development of project and programme strategies, manage key client relationships, identify opportunities in the market, and contribute to proposals, fee development, presentations, and contract negotiations. The role will also involve mentoring and developing technical and project management staff, supporting resource planning, monitoring financial performance, and promoting collaboration across disciplines and locations.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, or water resources engineering, or a related discipline; a professional engineering licence or equivalent accreditation; and substantial experience delivering water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Strong knowledge of treatment systems, collection and distribution networks, pumping systems, water resources, asset management, and relevant permitting requirements is preferred. Demonstrated success leading teams, managing complex projects, developing client partnerships, and contributing to business growth is essential. Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and problem-solving skills are required, together with the ability to balance strategic priorities with detailed technical and operational demands. Experience with public-sector programmes, alternative delivery methods, and sustainable infrastructure solutions would be advantageous.

We are seeking an accomplished Associate Vice President – Water/Wastewater to provide strategic leadership across a growing portfolio of water, wastewater, and water resources projects. This senior role will oversee technical delivery, client relationships, business development, and team performance while helping shape long-term growth within the practice. The successful candidate will work with public- and private-sector clients, utilities, municipalities, and other stakeholders to deliver innovative, practical, and sustainable solutions.

Responsibilities will include leading multidisciplinary project teams from planning and feasibility through design, construction, and commissioning; reviewing technical work and ensuring compliance with applicable standards, regulations, budgets, and schedules; and serving as a senior advisor on water and wastewater infrastructure, treatment systems, collection and conveyance networks, asset management, and resilience. You will support the preparation of proposals, fee estimates, pursuit strategies, and client presentations, while identifying opportunities to expand existing relationships and develop new business. The role will also involve mentoring staff, supporting resource planning, contributing to operational goals, and fostering a culture of collaboration, quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, water resources, or a related engineering discipline; a master’s degree is desirable. Professional registration as a Professional Engineer or equivalent is required, together with substantial experience delivering and managing water and wastewater projects and a strong record of client and team leadership. Expertise in relevant design standards, permitting requirements, project controls, and industry best practices is expected. Strong communication, negotiation, presentation, and commercial skills are essential, as is the ability to balance strategic priorities with hands-on technical and project oversight. Experience developing high-performing teams and managing complex programs will be highly valued.