Water/Wastewater NY Team Leader

Responsibilities

• Manage municipal water and wastewater projects including water source, distribution, and storage projects, as well as wastewater collection, pumping and treatment
• Apply advanced engineering principles to solve complex project challenges
• Oversee project budget, schedule, production and quality control across all phases
• Maintain effective communication with clients and internal teams to ensure project success
• Lead technical execution for large or complex multi-disciplinary projects
• Supervise the preparation of technical drawings, specifications and bid packages
• Ensure all project requirements and deliverables are met on time and within budget
• Identify opportunities to enhance Wright-Pierce’s project standards and execution
• Mentor and develop staff, fostering their professional growth
• Lead business development efforts to expand client relationships and market presence
• Travel to client and project sites as needed
• Represent Wright-Pierce in relevant industry organizations and events

Essential Functions

• Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams) required. Experience with Bluebeam is preferred
• Knowledge: Familiarity with local, state, and federal regulations and funding processes
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to interact effectively with clients, stakeholders, and team members
• Team Building: Ability to develop strong relationships with coworkers and build effective teams
• Collaboration: Ability to collaborate with others to capitalize on Wright-Pierce’s collective capabilities and knowledge
• Attributes: Highly organized, self-motivated, and results-driven, with exceptional attention to detail
• Business Development: Effective client relationship and exceptional proposal generation skills
• Professional Growth: A commitment to continual learning and professional development

Experience & Education

• Experience: 10+ years of experience in drinking water and/or wastewater project engineering
• Education: B.S. in Civil or Environmental Engineering or similar

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning on date of hire
• Wellness program with fitness reimbursement
• Mental health and well-being benefit
• Paid volunteer hours
• 401(k) match with employer match and profit-sharing contribution with no vesting period
• Defined career development path, mentorship program, and Wright-Pierce University training program
• Paid time off, paid and floating holidays, and paid parental leave
• Flexible work schedules and hybrid work environment

Company Culture

• Best in Class Engagement: 87% of employees responded to the recent employee engagement survey, with 94% indicating they would recommend Wright-Pierce as a place to work
• Diversity and Inclusion: Wright-Pierce is committed to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment
• EEO Statement: The firm provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender expression, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws