Pipeline and Conveyance Practice Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Employee ownership (ESOP)

401(k) matching

Company-paid family health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Job summary

AE2S seeks a Pipeline and Conveyance Practice Leader to define and execute the national strategy for water infrastructure projects across the United States. You will drive technical excellence, shape capabilities, and lead cross-office teams to deliver complex pipelines and distribution systems.

The role emphasizes growth, market visibility, and leadership across operations, client development, and strategy, with opportunities to influence major pursuits and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related field.
• PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 10+ years in pipeline and conveyance engineering for water/wastewater utilities.
• 2+ years leading teams or initiatives.
• Proven ability to communicate with clients, the public, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Set and drive national vision for AE2S pipeline and conveyance practice.
• Lead technical direction and quality across projects.
• Grow teams, capabilities, and marketing presence nationwide.
• Represent AE2S in industry events and client advisory roles.
• Mentor engineers and staff across offices.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Client communication

Team mentoring

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

PE license

Job description

Reports to: Practices Director – Horizontal Infrastructure & Advisory Services

Direct Reports: None

Location Options: Lone Tree, CO; Des Moines, IA; Boise, ID; Maple Grove, MN; Billings, MT; Bozeman, MT; Great Falls, MT; Bismarck, ND; Fargo, ND; Grand Forks, ND; Rapid City, SD; Sioux Falls, SD; or Lehi, UT

Lead Pipeline and Conveyance Innovation Across the United States

At AE2S, this is more than a leadership role. It is an opportunity to define how pipeline and conveyance systems are planned, designed, and delivered across the United States.

We’re looking for a Pipeline and Conveyance Practice Leader to lead this practice across all locations, driving strategy, technical excellence, and growth across critical water infrastructure systems. Practice leaders at AE2S focus on the Technologies, Trends, and Training for their respective practices. This role offers the opportunity to influence projects, teams, and the future of how water is delivered.

Why This Opportunity Is Different

This is not a regional role. As the Pipeline and Conveyance Practice Leader, you will:

• Shape AE2S’s national strategies in pipeline and conveyance systems such as:
  • Raw and drinking water transmission and distribution pipelines
  • Wastewater collection, force main, and interceptor pipelines
  • Booster stations, wastewater lift stations, and related hydraulic facilities
  • Elevated and ground storage facilities when integrated with conveyance and distribution systems
  • Heavy civil infrastructure associated with pipeline corridors, utility crossings, site restoration, embankments, and constructability planning
• Expand and strengthen technical capabilities across multiple states
• Influence project delivery across multiple states
• Build and scale a nationally recognized practice
• Collaborate with leadership across operations, client development, and strategy

Responsibilities

You’ll lead the strategy, technical direction, and growth of AE2S’ Pipeline and Conveyance Practice nationwide.

• Set and drive the national vision for pipeline and conveyance and distribution systems
• Partner across regions to grow teams, capabilities and marketing presence
• Lead technical direction and elevate quality across all large pipeline and conveyance projects
• Anticipate and operationalize emerging trends in pipeline and conveyance infrastructure and system design
• Represent AE2S as a recognized voice in the industry through client advisory roles, conferences, and professional engagements
• Support major pursuits and provide technical leadership in business development
• Mentor and develop engineers and technical staff across offices

What Success Looks Like

• Growth and expansion of AE2S’ pipeline and conveyance practice nationwide
• A strong and visible technical leadership presence in the market
• Strong client relationships and project wins
• High-performing, engaged teams across offices
• Advancement of innovative pipeline and conveyance solutions and best practices

Why AE2S

Build Your Future. Protect What Matters.

AE2S is a 100%Employee-Owned engineering consulting firm focused on solving complex water and infrastructure challenges. In the role, you will have the opportunity to make a national impact while helping communities create safe, sustainable, and resilient water systems.

Compensation And Total Rewards

The anticipated salary range for this position is:

• $120,000-$200,000+
  • This salary range represents AE2S's good-faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, technical expertise, licensure, certifications, education, geographic location, internal equity, and business needs.

At AE2S, compensation extends beyond base pay and includes opportunities to share in both individual and company success through:

• Discretionary bonus opportunities
• Employee ownership through the ESOP
• Matching 401(k) contributions

I ndustry-Leading Family Benefits

AE2S believes financial security extends beyond salary alone. Our comprehensive benefits program includes:

• 100-percent company-paid family health Insurance
• 100-percent company-paid employee dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO), including credits for prior experience
• Paid parental leave

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or directly related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
• 10 or more years of experience of experience in pipeline and conveyance engineering for water, wastewater, reuse, or related utility infrastructure
• 2 years of demonstrated experience leading teams, initiatives, or practice areas
• Demonstrated track record of technical excellence
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with clients, the public, and other employees
• Ability to travel periodically to support conferences, project pursuits, client meetings, and other business development activities
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading complex internal initiatives and external projects
• Ability to manage multiple strategic initiatives simultaneously
• Reputation for integrity, sound judgment, and leadership within the organization and industry
• Ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines and geographies

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk up to 3-miles on uneven terrain
• Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
• Occasionally climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist
• Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull light to moderate amounts of weight
• May require lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds, with rare lifting of up to 50 pounds
• Ability to inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• May be required to wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to, flame resistant clothing, hard hat, and protective footwear
• May require occasional evenings and weekends with overtime expectations varying with workload
• May be required to travel to off-site locations including occasional overnight stays out of town

AE2S is an Equal Opportunity / affirmative action / Disability Employer