Water/Wastewater Practice Leader - Design & Projects

Pape-Dawson Engineers; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers is seeking a Practice Leader to guide Water/Wastewater projects and provide technical leadership across teams. The role focuses on design excellence, client relations, and standard-setting for project delivery.

Ideal candidates will hold a P.E. in Texas, bring 15+ years of project management experience, and demonstrate strong communication and leadership across multidisciplinary engineers and staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in agricultural or civil engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) designation in the State of Texas.
• Minimum of 15 years' experience managing substantial projects from conception to completion including estimating costs of technical tasks in W/WW projects; at least 10 of those years managing projects.
• Industry recognized professional in water supply, water treatment, water booster stations, wastewater treatment, and/or large diameter pipe installation.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, clients, public agency officials, and community leaders.
• Proven ability to lead a team of engineers and support personnel.
• Must be able to work 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall guidance on the design and technical aspects of the team(s) projects with emphasis on water and wastewater treatment processes.
• Prepare proposals and client agreements.
• Monitor project tasks, budgets, and schedules with Senior Project Managers and Project Managers.
• Oversee technical and professional development of project team(s).
• Participate in developing company design and production standards.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with clients and public officials.
• Actively participate in professional associations and civic organizations.

Education

BS in Agricultural or Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Job description

Pape-Dawson Engineers is seeking a Practice Leader to guide Water/Wastewater projects and provide technical leadership across teams. The role focuses on design excellence, client relations, and standard-setting for project delivery.

Ideal candidates will hold a P.E. in Texas, bring 15+ years of project management experience, and demonstrate strong communication and leadership across multidisciplinary engineers and staff.