National Water Resources Practice Leader

AE2S (Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, LLC); Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100-percent company-paid family health

Company-paid dental and vision

Disability coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO) credits

Paid parental leave

Discretionary bonus opportunities

Employee ownership through ESOP

Matching 401(k) contributions

Job summary

AE2S is seeking a Water Resources Practice Leader to guide the nationwide practice across all U.S. locations. You will shape strategy, drive technical excellence, and foster growth while collaborating with leadership in operations, client development and strategy.

The role requires a recognized leader in flood risk mitigation, drought planning, urban stormwater, or erosion control, with a track record of client relationships and project wins. Expect travel across multiple states and offices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (or ability to obtain within 6 months).
• 10+ years of experience in water resources.
• 2+ years of leadership experience leading teams, initiatives, or practice areas.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with clients, the public, and other employees.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategy, technical direction, and growth of AE2S’s Water Resources Practice nationwide.
• Set and drive the national vision for how we provide water resources services.
• Partner across regions to grow teams, capabilities, and market presence.
• Lead technical direction and elevate quality across all water resources projects.
• Identify emerging water resources trends, regulations, and innovations and turn them into strategy.
• Support major pursuits and build strong, lasting client relationships.
• Mentor and develop engineers and technical staff across all offices.

Skills

Leadership

Client communication

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

AE2S is seeking a Water Resources Practice Leader to guide the nationwide practice across all U.S. locations. You will shape strategy, drive technical excellence, and foster growth while collaborating with leadership in operations, client development and strategy.

The role requires a recognized leader in flood risk mitigation, drought planning, urban stormwater, or erosion control, with a track record of client relationships and project wins. Expect travel across multiple states and offices.