Lead Due Diligence Engineer Water

Ramboll Group A/S; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Ramboll in Arlington, VA is seeking a Lead Water Due Diligence Engineer to support water and wastewater due diligence and master planning projects. The role spans water supply, infrastructure, and treatment to develop comprehensive water solutions for mission-critical facilities. You will collaborate across teams, evaluate data, and present results to clients.

Travel may be required. A Bachelor’s in Civil/Environmental Eng and a PE license (or ability to obtain) with 4+ years of relevant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related science.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively on teams with diverse skill sets.

Responsibilities

• Conduct water and wastewater due diligence assessments and master plans, including desktop reviews and site visits.
• Analyze and interpret reports, drawings, and data for planning and design projects related to water management.
• Prepare and present technical deliverables to project teams, project owners, and clients.
• Support development and mentoring of junior team members.
• Prepare proposals, fee estimates, and subcontract agreements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelors in Civil/Environmental Eng

PE license

Job description

Ramboll is seeking motivated candidates to join our Water & Wastewater Treatment Division in Arlington, VA; Richmond, VA; Syracuse, NY; Brentwood, TN or Baton Rouge, LA. Other office locations may be considered on a case-by-case basis. This is a hybrid position.

The Lead Water Due Diligence Engineer will support water and wastewater due diligence and master planning projects. The role spans service areas including water supply, water infrastructure, and water and wastewater treatment to develop comprehensive water solutions for mission-critical facilities. The successful candidate will collaborate across teams; evaluate and interpret data; and exercise independent judgment when selecting and applying applicable regulations and standards. The position also involves leading tasks and clearly presenting technical information to external clients.

Travel may be required depending on project requirements.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Conduct water and wastewater due diligence assessments and master plans, including desktop reviews, site visits to industrial facilities, coordination with utilities and/or regulatory agencies, review of historical site information, and preparation of client-specific reports.
• Analyze, develop, and interpret reports, drawings, analytical results, and other data required for planning and design projects related to water management, both quantity and quality.
• Prepare and present technical deliverables (e.g., design calculations, field data results and conclusions, and/or cost estimates) to audiences that may include project team members, the project manager, the project owner, and external clients.
• Support the development and mentoring of junior team members.
• Prepare proposals, fee estimates, purchase orders, and subcontract agreements.

About you:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related science discipline (e.g., environmental science, geology, chemistry, physics, or biology).
• 4+ years of relevant experience in civil engineering and/or water due diligence.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license, or the ability to obtain licensure within the primary state of residence/operation, as relevant to the role.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, transactional environment and managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Experience working for industrial and/or mission critical clients is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively on teams with diverse skill sets, including engineers from other disciplines, scientists, and subcontracted professionals.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality work products and supporting Ramboll’s growth.

Why Join Ramboll?

At Ramboll, you will work on complex industrial projects alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative,values-driven environment. We offer opportunities to influence project outcomes, contribute to delivery excellence, and grow your career within a global organization committed to sustainability and innovation.

Where People Flourish

Our mission is to create sustainable societies where people and nature flourish. This means that a culture of inclusion is embedded in everything we do. Our people bring diverse backgrounds and experiences to the company, enabling us to deliver innovative and forward-thinking solutions to our clients. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. So, please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us [e-mail] with such requests.

Salary Transparency

At Ramboll, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices that support our people and our purpose of creating sustainable societies. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $90,000 to $105,000 per year. This range reflects the compensation wereasonablyexpect to offer at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and internal equity. Because we operate across multiple U.S. markets, pay may differ depending on the cost of labor in specific locations. In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for bonus, overtime or other forms of compensation and we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports well-being, professional development, and work-life balance. Our recruiters are happy to share more about the specific salary range and total rewards package applicable to your location during the hiring process.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.