Arup · 1 day ago
Water Infrastructure Business Leader
Arup is a global engineering and design consultancy dedicated to shaping a better world. They are seeking a strategic client-focused Water Infrastructure Business Leader to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver transformative infrastructure projects across the western United States, particularly in California, Oregon, and Washington.
Responsibilities
Direct large-scale, complex design-build and progressive design-build projects across civil and water sectors
Oversee commercial, contractual, and technical aspects of major infrastructure initiatives. Build client relationships with water utilities, public agencies, and municipal owners
Serve as Project Director and senior technical reviewer, ensuring quality and innovation while keeping a strong focus on winning work
Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of engineers and consultants
Identify strategic hires and develop internal talent to support long-term growth
Cultivate relationships with water utilities, public agencies, and municipal owners and contractors
Lead proposals, major pursuits, and marketing efforts aligned with Arup’s strategic goals
Secure impactful work and repeat business through trusted client and collaborator partnerships
Shape and refine the Water and Civil market strategy across the West
Identify high-impact engineering services opportunities in flood resilience, water resource management, green infrastructure, and urban development
Represent Arup in industry forums, promoting thought leadership and innovation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in civil, chemical, environmental, or water resources engineering or similar
Professional Engineering license
15+ years of experience in civil and/or water infrastructure, including engineering service delivery for above and below-ground design-build projects
Proven success in client-facing roles and business development across public, private and construction sectors, especially in the San Francisco and/or Los Angeles markets
Insights into market trends, funding programs, partnership opportunities, and emerging technologies
A working technical knowledge in hydrology, hydraulics, civils, utilities, water/wastewater systems and underground construction, and sustainable engineering design practices
Sound understanding of commercial and financial issues related to the professional engineering service delivery of major projects
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams
Preferred
California registration strongly preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive and valuable benefits program
Health and welfare security
Paid time off for rest and renewal
Global profit share scheme
Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually)
401(k) plan with up to 10% company match
Flexible arrangements
Company
Arup
Arup is an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers and technical specialists offering a broad range of professional services.
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