WSC (Water Systems Consulting) · 3 weeks ago
Water Treatment and Infrastructure Practice Lead
California, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$160K/yr - $250K/yr
10+ years expWater Systems Consulting (WSC) is an integrated engineering, hydrogeology, and strategic communication consulting firm focused on the water sector. They are seeking a Water Treatment and Infrastructure Lead to provide technical leadership and client relationship management, drive business development, and mentor junior staff in advancing vital water and infrastructure projects.
Civil Engineering
Responsibilities
Serve as a senior technical leader and “seller/doer,” leading water treatment and infrastructure projects from concept through delivery
Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and target WSC clients, acting as a trusted advisor and technical resource
Lead design efforts and provide technical oversight for water treatment and infrastructure projects, including well equipping, groundwater treatment, and/or storage and conveyance infrastructure
Coach and mentor junior and mid-level staff, fostering technical growth and career development
Collaborate with project managers, designers, planners, and technical teams to advance vital water, recycled water, and infrastructure investments
Support business development activities, including pursuit strategy, proposal development, and client presentations
Ensure project quality, manage risk, and drive continuous improvement in technical delivery
Participate in strategic planning and contribute to the growth of WSC’s water practice regionally and firmwide
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering (Master's preferred)
Professional Engineer (PE) registration in California and/or Oregon or ability to obtain shortly
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in water infrastructure, with demonstrated technical depth and project leadership
Proven track record of building and maintaining client relationships, ideally with WSC's existing and target clients
Experience as both a design lead and coach/mentor for technical staff
Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Geographic flexibility; willingness to travel as needed throughout California and the Pacific Northwest
Commitment to WSC's core values: Listen to understand, Nurture Trust, Deliver Value, Leave it better
Preferred
Experience with business development and 'seller/doer' roles in consulting engineering
Familiarity with regional water agencies and clients, existing relationships within WSC's current market areas are a plus
Experience recruiting, mentoring, and developing technical teams
Advanced technical expertise in water treatment, recycled water, and infrastructure design
Benefits
401(k) plan
ESOP (employee stock ownership plan)
Employer paid short- and long-term disability
Holiday pay
Generous paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Fitness and health benefits program
Company
WSC (Water Systems Consulting)
WSC (Water Systems Consulting) is a values-driven water consulting firm committed to creating a better water future for our clients and their communities.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase