Water/Wastewater Engineering Team Leader

Ruekert & Mielke, Inc.; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Performance bonuses

Generous PTO and holidays

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Parental leave

401(k) and Roth 401(k) with employer

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ruekert & Mielke, Inc. is seeking a Market Leader for Water/Wastewater to build and mentor a high-performing team, oversee complex projects, and expand key client relationships.

You will recruit, guide, and inspire engineers while collaborating with firm leadership to drive service growth in water resources. The successful candidate will hold a Wisconsin PE license, a civil engineering degree, and 10+ years of relevant experience with strong leadership and business development abilities to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• PE license in Wisconsin or ability to obtain.
• Minimum 10 years of civil engineering experience in water/wastewater.
• Strong leadership and communication skills; client relations experience.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, mentor, and lead a team of engineering professionals.
• Provide leadership on municipal and private development projects.
• Drive market growth by building client relationships and responding to RFPs.
• Serve as a technical resource for staff training, QC, and project management.
• Develop and oversee strategic client relationship plans.
• Act as primary contact for clients and subconsultants.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Leadership

Business Development

Communication

Team Mentorship

PE License Wisconsin

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer License (PE) in Wisconsin

Job description

Are you ready to join a collaborative team at Ruekert & Mielke and make an impact as a Market Leader for Water/Wastewater? This newly created position, driven by the firm’s growth and internal advancement opportunities, reflects our continued commitment to innovation and client success. This is more than a project management role, it is an opportunity to build teams, strengthen client relationships, expand a key market, and help shape the future of our water, wastewater, and SCADA services.

This is a senior levelleadership role for someone passionate about team building and mentorship. In this pivotal position, you will recruit, lead, and grow a dynamic team of technical professionals while serving as a trusted partner to clients and collaborating closely with firm leadership to support long‑term service growth.

What You’ll Gain

• Leadership opportunity to grow and mentor your own water/wastewater engineering team
• Unmatched support from an 80-year-strong firm with robust technical and corporate resources
• Career‑defining growth through client interaction and team building

Goals & Responsibilities

This position includes, but is not limited to, the following duties and responsibilities:

• Recruit, mentor, and lead a team of engineering professionals
• Provide leadership and oversight on municipal and private development projects
• Drive market growth by building client relationships, responding to RFPs, and networking
• Serve as a technical resource for staff training, quality control, and project management
• Develop, execute, and oversee strategic client relationship plans
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients and subconsultants
• Collaborate with leadership across the firm to execute corporate strategies and advance water/wastewater service capabilities

Qualifications & Skills

The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following education, experience, and abilities:

• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Civil Engineering or a related field
• Professional Engineer License (PE) in Wisconsin, or ability to obtain
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience, focusing on water/wastewater engineering design and review
• Strong technical background in water and wastewater system, with working knowledge or related disciplines such as permitting and construction
• Proven experience with client interaction, business development, proposal preparation, and contract negotiation
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to thrive both independently and within a team environment, while managing deadlines effectively

Benefits

Ruekert & Mielke, Inc. is proud to be 100% employee owned. Our flexible working environment, engaged culture, and in‑depth training and mentoring program are just a few of the reasons why we are consistently named a “Top Workplace” by the Journal Sentinel.

We offer a highly competitive compensation program and unique benefits, including:

• Employee stock ownership plan
• Performance bonuses
• Generous personal time off and holiday programs
• Health, dental, vision, life, dependent life, and disability insurance
• Parental leave
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with employer match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Prepaid legal services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement

About Us

Ruekert & Mielke, Inc. is a 100% employee‑owned civil engineering firm dedicated to helping local communities thrive. We provide innovative solutions in municipal infrastructure, water resources, GIS, and more, partnering with clients to deliver sustainable, cost‑effective projects. Our employee ownership culture fosters collaboration, accountability, and professional growth, making R/M a great place to build your career.

Visit www.ruekertmielke.com to learn more.

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