Water Resources Practice Lead

LVI Associates; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates seeks a senior water resources leader to guide complex projects and expand the firm’s presence across Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region.

The ideal candidate has 12+ years in water resources, Colorado water rights expertise, and strong business development skills to mentor staff and grow client relationships.

This role emphasizes technical excellence, clear communication, project delivery, and strategic growth in municipal, utility, and private markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related field.
• 12+ years of relevant water resources experience.
• PE license preferred; advanced degrees a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex water resources and water supply projects throughout Colorado.
• Provide technical expertise related to water rights, water availability, planning, and management.
• Support and grow client relationships across municipal, utility, and private sector markets.
• Develop new business opportunities and contribute to long-term market growth.
• Lead project pursuits, proposals, and strategic initiatives.
• Manage multidisciplinary project teams and mentor developing staff.
• Oversee technical quality, project budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
• Prepare and review technical memoranda, reports, studies, and presentations.
• Communicate technical findings to clients, stakeholders, and decision-makers.
• Support water rights evaluations, supply assessments, modeling efforts, and regulatory processes.

Skills

Water resources leadership

Client development

Project management

Technical writing

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering

PE license preferred

Job description

Our client is a well-established engineering and environmental consulting firm seeking a senior-level water resources professional to help lead and expand its presence throughout Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region.

This is a leadership opportunity for an experienced engineer or water resources specialist with a strong background in Colorado water rights, water supply planning, and client development. The successful candidate will play a key role in technical project delivery, business development, team leadership, and strategic growth initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex water resources and water supply projects throughout Colorado.
• Provide technical expertise related to water rights, water availability, planning, and management.
• Support and grow client relationships across municipal, utility, and private sector markets.
• Develop new business opportunities and contribute to long-term market growth.
• Lead project pursuits, proposals, and strategic initiatives.
• Manage multidisciplinary project teams and mentor developing staff.
• Oversee technical quality, project budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
• Prepare and review technical memoranda, reports, studies, and presentations.
• Communicate technical findings to clients, stakeholders, and decision-makers.
• Support water rights evaluations, supply assessments, modeling efforts, and regulatory processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Hydrology, Geology, or a related discipline.
• 12+ years of relevant water resources experience.
• Strong understanding of Colorado water rights and water resource management practices.
• Experience with water supply planning, water accounting, stream system analysis, modeling, or related technical areas.
• Demonstrated success managing clients and developing business opportunities.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Expert witness or litigation support experience is a plus.

What We're Looking For

• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Experience managing multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Ability to develop lasting client relationships and expand market presence.
• Passion for mentoring teams and supporting professional growth.
• Competitive base salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities.
• Collaborative culture focused on technical excellence and long-term career growth.