East Water Distribution Master Planning Lead

East Water Distribution Master Planning Lead

The East Water Distribution Master Planning Lead will be responsible for leading the practice of water distribution master planning and modeling in the East Business Unit (EBU). This role provides technical leadership throughout all phases of projects, leading technical sales approaches, developing and using industry best practices for delivery, and reviewing quality control of water distribution system modeling and master planning projects.

The Lead will also mentor and develop water distribution system modelers and master planners across the EBU.

This position addresses environmental and public health protection, mitigation, and prevention of degradation of water, soils, air quality, and habitats. The Lead may also provide technical leadership across water and wastewater treatment and conveyance, stormwater management, solid and hazardous waste management and related practice areas. The Lead delivers high‑quality engineering analyses, designs, and recommendations with significant project impact.

• Lead and execute complex technical analyses and engineering design efforts.
• Prepare, review, and approve advanced technical reports and engineering deliverables.
• Develop and design environmental protection systems and infrastructure for complex projects.
• Lead development of facility, watershed, or strategic resource management plans.
• Ensure technical quality, regulatory compliance, and integration of multidisciplinary inputs.
• Provide technical leadership during permitting, regulatory coordination, and vendor engagement.
• Adapt and execute additional assignments based on evolving needs.

• Provide mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge‑sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills and grow within their roles.

• Advanced expertise in environmental engineering principles, practices, and regulations.
• Ability to solve complex, ambiguous technical problems.
• Strong judgment in applying engineering standards and best practices.
• Effective leadership and communication skills within technical teams.

• Minimum of 10 years of related work experience in Environmental Engineering or related field.
• Certification in the SMS Framework and progression through SMS competencies.

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering or related field is required.

• Location A: $117,000 - $159,000
• Location B: $128,000 - $175,000
• Location C: $140,000 - $191,000

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success including medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance‑based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance, and long‑term care insurance.

Pre‑employment background check and pre‑employment drug test are required.

Brown and Caldwell is a proud EEO/AAP Employer. We encourage protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We ensure nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.

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