talisman
Base pay range
$170,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yr
I Help P.E licensed Water/Wastewater/Water Resources Engineers in Consulting Firms Explore Career Progression in the Mid-Atlantic (NY/NJ/PA). Trusted… $185,000–$250,000+ DOE
Are you a senior PE‑licensed water/wastewater leader ready to shape a high‑impact regional practice in one of the most demanding and well‑funded water markets in the country?
This is a rare opportunity to step into a Practice Lead role with real authority within a nationally respected water consultancy delivering large-scale municipal and utility infrastructure programs across the New York metropolitan region.
Why This Role?
Lead and grow a mature, high‑revenue water/wastewater practice serving NYC, Long Island, and Northern NJ
Balance technical leadership, people development, and client strategy
Influence hiring, mentoring, delivery standards, and succession planning
Serve as a senior advisor to utilities, authorities, and municipal leadership
Operate in a hybrid environment with autonomy expected at leadership level
Shape the next generation of Project Managers, technical specialists, and practice leaders
Progress toward regional, discipline, or executive leadership roles
What You’ll Be Doing
Providing strategic oversight of municipal and utility water/wastewater programs, including treatment, conveyance, regulatory compliance, and resilience initiatives
Leading multiple Project Managers and senior technical teams across concurrent, large‑scale capital programs
Setting and maintaining technical standards, QA/QC processes, and delivery frameworks
Partnering with clients on capital improvement programs (CIPs), consent‑driven programs, and long‑range planning
Supporting business development through trusted client relationships, pursuits, and strategic growth initiatives
Mentoring senior engineers and PMs as part of a structured leadership succession plan
Collaborating with regional and national leadership on resourcing, investment, and practice strategy
What You Bring
Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license (NY or NJ required or obtainable)
15–25+ years of experience in water/wastewater or water resources engineering
Proven experience leading practices, large programs, or multi‑disciplinary teams within a consulting environment
Strong credibility with NYC‑area utilities, authorities, and public‑sector stakeholders
Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (Master’s preferred)
Ability to balance technical excellence with people, client, and business leadership
Why Engineers Join — and Stay — at This Firm
Long‑standing, trusted relationships with NYC DEP, regional authorities, and major utilities
Stable, well‑funded public‑sector backlog supporting multi‑year capital programs
Leadership roles built on technical credibility, not just sales volume
Strong investment in staff development, mentoring, and succession
Collaborative, low‑ego environment with excellent senior‑level retention
Freedom to lead without constant re‑organization or short‑term pressure
What’s Offered
Bonus: Leadership and performance‑based incentives
Work Model: Hybrid across NYC, Long Island, and Northern NJ
Growth: Clear runway into regional, discipline, or executive leadership roles
Interested in a Confidential Conversation? This role is ideal for a leader who is not actively job searching, but open to a strategic, high‑impact next step.
Apply directly or reach out for a confidential discussion to explore alignment, timing, and long‑term goals.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Consulting and Engineering
Industries
Air, Water, and Waste Program Management
Civil Engineering
Environmental Services
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I Help P.E licensed Water/Wastewater/Water Resources Engineers in Consulting Firms Explore Career Progression in the Mid-Atlantic (NY/NJ/PA). Trusted… $185,000–$250,000+ DOE
Are you a senior PE‑licensed water/wastewater leader ready to shape a high‑impact regional practice in one of the most demanding and well‑funded water markets in the country?
This is a rare opportunity to step into a Practice Lead role with real authority within a nationally respected water consultancy delivering large-scale municipal and utility infrastructure programs across the New York metropolitan region.
Why This Role?
Lead and grow a mature, high‑revenue water/wastewater practice serving NYC, Long Island, and Northern NJ
Balance technical leadership, people development, and client strategy
Influence hiring, mentoring, delivery standards, and succession planning
Serve as a senior advisor to utilities, authorities, and municipal leadership
Operate in a hybrid environment with autonomy expected at leadership level
Shape the next generation of Project Managers, technical specialists, and practice leaders
Progress toward regional, discipline, or executive leadership roles
What You’ll Be Doing
Providing strategic oversight of municipal and utility water/wastewater programs, including treatment, conveyance, regulatory compliance, and resilience initiatives
Leading multiple Project Managers and senior technical teams across concurrent, large‑scale capital programs
Setting and maintaining technical standards, QA/QC processes, and delivery frameworks
Partnering with clients on capital improvement programs (CIPs), consent‑driven programs, and long‑range planning
Supporting business development through trusted client relationships, pursuits, and strategic growth initiatives
Mentoring senior engineers and PMs as part of a structured leadership succession plan
Collaborating with regional and national leadership on resourcing, investment, and practice strategy
What You Bring
Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license (NY or NJ required or obtainable)
15–25+ years of experience in water/wastewater or water resources engineering
Proven experience leading practices, large programs, or multi‑disciplinary teams within a consulting environment
Strong credibility with NYC‑area utilities, authorities, and public‑sector stakeholders
Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (Master’s preferred)
Ability to balance technical excellence with people, client, and business leadership
Why Engineers Join — and Stay — at This Firm
Long‑standing, trusted relationships with NYC DEP, regional authorities, and major utilities
Stable, well‑funded public‑sector backlog supporting multi‑year capital programs
Leadership roles built on technical credibility, not just sales volume
Strong investment in staff development, mentoring, and succession
Collaborative, low‑ego environment with excellent senior‑level retention
Freedom to lead without constant re‑organization or short‑term pressure
What’s Offered
Bonus: Leadership and performance‑based incentives
Work Model: Hybrid across NYC, Long Island, and Northern NJ
Growth: Clear runway into regional, discipline, or executive leadership roles
Interested in a Confidential Conversation? This role is ideal for a leader who is not actively job searching, but open to a strategic, high‑impact next step.
Apply directly or reach out for a confidential discussion to explore alignment, timing, and long‑term goals.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Consulting and Engineering
Industries
Air, Water, and Waste Program Management
Civil Engineering
Environmental Services
#J-18808-Ljbffr