Strategic Water & Environment Leader

Ulteig Engineers, Inc.; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 217,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Workplace

Employee Ownership

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Collaborative Environment

Innovative Culture

Job summary

Ulteig Engineers, Inc. seeks a Senior Market Leader for its Water & Environment team to expand market presence across the United States. You will drive strategy, lead large cross-disciplinary projects, and build pivotal client relationships while guiding a high-performing team.

You will report to the Water & Environment Market Director and influence strategic direction, revenue growth, and project delivery for major water resources initiatives nationwide.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in water resources, watershed management, and water infrastructure with leadership across public and private sectors.
• Advanced degree in engineering, urban planning, or business (MS or MBA) with PE/AICP credentials.
• Industry thought leader with reputation for innovation, integrity, and impact in water/environmental sectors.
• Outstanding client-facing communication and presentation skills to influence senior agency leaders.
• Experience managing complex infrastructure programs and driving strategic business growth.
• Knowledge of sustainability trends, climate adaptation, and translating issues into client solutions.
• Extensive experience and relationships in Southern California preferred.
• Willingness to travel to meet clients and pursue opportunities; ability to work with evolving AI tools.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Principal-in-Charge on high-profile water resource, modeling, sustainability, and infrastructure projects.
• Develop and execute market expansion strategies, including pursuit planning and client engagement.
• Drive strategic growth initiatives, including talent acquisition and leadership alignment.
• Lead large, multidisciplinary teams through all project phases with accountability and technical excellence.
• Manage project portfolios exceeding $100 million in total value and ensure client satisfaction and growth.
• Engage with executive-level public- and private-sector leaders and decision-makers.
• Build relationships with state/federal agencies, regional municipalities, and private utilities, ensuring regulatory compliance.

Skills

Client-facing communication

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

MS or MBA in engineering/urban planning/business

Professional Engineer (PE) licensure

American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)

Job description

Ulteig Engineers, Inc. seeks a Senior Market Leader for its Water & Environment team to expand market presence across the United States. You will drive strategy, lead large cross-disciplinary projects, and build pivotal client relationships while guiding a high-performing team.

You will report to the Water & Environment Market Director and influence strategic direction, revenue growth, and project delivery for major water resources initiatives nationwide.