Colorado Water/Wastewater Practice Lead (ESOP)

LVI Associates; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 176,000 - 218,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates in Colorado is seeking a Water/Wastewater Section Head to lead and expand the municipal water/wastewater practice. This role focuses on growing client relationships, mentoring engineers, and shaping future direction while overseeing project delivery.

With an established backlog of municipal work, the successful candidate will guide strategy, staff development, and business performance, collaborating with leadership to steer growth for the region within the employee-owned firm.

Qualifications

• PE license in Colorado required.
• 10+ years of water/wastewater consulting experience.
• Experience leading projects, teams, and client relationships.
• Business development experience and desire to grow a practice.
• Strong technical background to mentor staff and review engineering work.
• Experience managing budgets, staffing, and department performance.
• Interest in shaping the future direction of a growing practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead growth and strategic direction of the local water/wastewater practice.
• Build and maintain relationships with municipal clients, agencies, and utility districts.
• Oversee project delivery, quality control, and client satisfaction.
• Mentor and develop engineering staff.
• Lead business development efforts and major project pursuits.
• Serve as a technical resource for project teams.
• Manage department financial performance, staffing, and resource planning.
• Collaborate with office leadership to execute long-term growth initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Business development

Mentoring staff

Budgeting/Staffing

Job description

LVI Associates in Colorado is seeking a Water/Wastewater Section Head to lead and expand the municipal water/wastewater practice. This role focuses on growing client relationships, mentoring engineers, and shaping future direction while overseeing project delivery.

With an established backlog of municipal work, the successful candidate will guide strategy, staff development, and business performance, collaborating with leadership to steer growth for the region within the employee-owned firm.