Wastewater Team Lead/Manager

Civil Engineering Wastewater Team Lead/Manager

We are seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial Civil Engineering leader to establish, grow, and lead a high-performing team in Central Iowa. This is an exciting opportunity for a licensed Professional Engineer who is passionate about leadership, client development, and expanding a regional engineering presence.

In this role, you will recruit and mentor technical professionals, oversee a diverse portfolio of municipal and private development projects, including water and wastewater projects, and serve as a trusted advisor to clients. Backed by the resources of a well-established, employee-owned engineering organization with decades of industry success, you'll have the support needed to build a thriving team while making a lasting impact on the region.

This is a Direct Hire role, onsite in Milwaukee, Waukesha, Racine, or Green Bay.

What you will be doing as a Civil Engineering Team Leader …

• Recruit, develop, mentor, and lead a growing team of civil engineering professionals.
• Provide leadership and technical oversight for municipal infrastructure and private development projects.
• Build and strengthen client relationships while identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
• Lead business development efforts, including networking, proposal preparation, RFP responses, presentations, and contract negotiations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and subconsultants throughout project lifecycles.
• Oversee project execution, quality control, scheduling, and financial performance.
• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and professional development opportunities for engineering staff.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to execute strategic growth initiatives and expand the firm's presence within the Central Iowa market.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with client expectations and regulatory requirements.

Skills you ideally bring to the table as a Civil Engineering Team Leader …

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline (Master's degree preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Iowa or the ability to obtain Iowa licensure.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive civil engineering experience.
• At least 5 years of experience managing projects, leading teams, and/or driving business development.
• Broad technical knowledge in one or more of the following areas:
  • Municipal infrastructure
  • Wastewater
  • Water distribution systems
  • Sanitary sewer collection systems
  • Water resources
  • Transportation
  • Land development
  • Permitting
  • Construction administration
• Demonstrated success developing client relationships and generating new business opportunities.
• Experience preparing proposals, negotiating contracts, and managing client expectations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while working independently and collaboratively.

Compensation you will receive as a Civil Engineering Team Leader :

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Additional compensation for extra hours worked
• Flexible and remote work options
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and dependent life insurance
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with employer matching
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Prepaid legal services