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We are seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Practice Lead to provide strategic, technical and commercial leadership across a diverse portfolio of water and wastewater projects. This is an opportunity for a respected industry professional to shape the growth of a specialist practice, support high-performing teams and deliver innovative solutions for complex infrastructure and environmental challenges.

The successful candidate will lead the development and delivery of water and wastewater projects from concept through to completion, ensuring high standards of quality, safety, programme and commercial performance. Responsibilities will include setting technical direction, reviewing designs and reports, managing project risks, and providing expert advice to clients and project stakeholders. You will mentor and develop engineers and technical professionals, promote knowledge sharing, and help build a collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement. The role will also involve identifying new opportunities, contributing to bids and proposals, developing client relationships, and supporting strategic business planning and growth.

Applicants should hold a degree or equivalent qualification in civil, environmental, water engineering or a related discipline, together with substantial experience in the water and wastewater sector. Professional registration or chartered status is highly desirable. You will bring strong knowledge of water and wastewater treatment, networks, hydraulic systems, asset management and regulatory requirements, as well as proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering complex projects. Excellent communication, stakeholder management and commercial awareness are essential, along with the ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on technical leadership. A proactive, inclusive and solutions-focused approach will be valued.

We are seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Practice Leader to guide the growth, delivery and strategic development of a multidisciplinary water infrastructure team. This senior role will suit a technically accomplished and commercially minded professional who can build strong client relationships, lead high-performing teams and deliver innovative solutions across the full project lifecycle. You will contribute to business planning, market development and the continued expansion of services across water, wastewater and related infrastructure.

Key responsibilities will include leading and mentoring engineers, designers and project managers; overseeing the technical quality, programme and commercial performance of projects; and providing senior input into the planning, design and delivery of treatment facilities, networks, pumping stations, reservoirs and associated assets. You will manage client relationships, identify opportunities, prepare and review proposals, and support successful bids and tenders. The role will also involve collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, managing project risk, promoting design excellence and ensuring that health, safety, environmental and regulatory requirements are consistently met.

Applicants should hold a relevant degree in civil, environmental or water engineering, or a closely related discipline, together with substantial experience in the water and wastewater sector. Professional registration or chartered status is highly desirable, as is a proven record of leading technical teams and delivering complex infrastructure projects. You will need strong knowledge of industry standards, design practices, regulatory frameworks and project delivery methods, along with excellent communication, relationship-building and commercial skills. A proactive approach, sound judgement and the ability to influence at senior level are essential. This is an opportunity to shape a growing practice, develop people and make a meaningful contribution to resilient, sustainable water infrastructure.

We are seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Practice Lead to provide technical leadership, strategic direction and commercial oversight across a growing portfolio of water and wastewater projects. This is a senior role for a collaborative professional who can build strong client relationships, develop high-performing teams and deliver innovative, sustainable solutions across the full project lifecycle.

You will lead the development and implementation of the water and wastewater practice, identifying opportunities, supporting business growth and contributing to bids, tenders and strategic proposals. You will oversee the delivery of multidisciplinary projects, ensuring that scope, programme, budget, quality and safety objectives are achieved. The role will involve providing technical assurance, reviewing designs and reports, managing project risks, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, standards and industry best practice. You will also represent the practice at client meetings, industry events and stakeholder forums, while maintaining a strong understanding of emerging technologies, regulatory developments and market trends.

The successful candidate will have significant experience in the water or wastewater sector, with a strong technical background and a proven record of leading complex projects and teams. A relevant degree or equivalent professional qualification is required, together with demonstrable experience in project or programme management, client development and commercial performance. You should be confident working across disciplines, influencing senior stakeholders and mentoring colleagues at all levels. Strong communication, negotiation and decision-making skills are essential, as is a commitment to health and safety, environmental responsibility and delivering consistently high-quality outcomes. Experience with infrastructure planning, treatment processes, networks, asset management or major capital programmes would be highly advantageous.