Drinking Water Treatment Practice Leader
Listed on 2026-08-08
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Engineering
Environmental Engineer, Water Management -
Management
Water Management
Reports to
:
Practices Director – Treatment & Facilities
Direct Reports
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None
Location Options
:
Bismark, ND;
Fargo, ND;
Grand Forks, ND;
Rapid City, SD;
Sioux Falls, SD;
Maple Grove, MN;
Woodbury, MN;
Lehi, UT;
Denver, CO;
Boise, ;
Bozeman, MT;
Great Falls, MT;
Billings, MT; or Des Moines, IA
At AE2S, this is more than a leadership role—it is an opportunity to shape the future of drinking water.
We are looking for a Drinking Water Treatment Practice Leader to lead our practice across all locations, driving strategy, technical excellence, and growth in one of the most critical sectors in infrastructure. Practice leaders at AE2S focus on the Technologies, Trends, and Training for their respective practices.
If you are a recognized leader in drinking water treatment, water infrastructure, or environmental engineering, this is your chance to make a national impact.
Why This Opportunity Is DifferentThis is not a regional role. As Practice Leader, you will:
- Shape AE2S’s national Drinking Water Treatment strategy
- Expand and strengthen technical capabilities across multiple states
- Influence project delivery across multiple states
- Build and scale a nationally recognized practice
- Collaborate with leadership across operations, client development, and strategy
You will lead the strategy, technical direction, and growth of AE2S’ Drinking Water Treatment Practice.
- Set and drive the national vision for how we provide drinking water treatment services
- Partner across regions to grow teams, capabilities, and market presence
- Lead technical direction and elevate quality across all drinking water projects
- Identify emerging water treatment trends, regulations, and innovations and turn them into strategy
- Support major pursuits and build strong, lasting client relationships
- Mentor and develop engineers and technical leaders across multiple offices
- Growth and expansion of AE2S’ drinking water practice nationwide
- A strong and visible technical leadership presence in the market
- Strong client relationships and project wins
- High-performing, engaged teams across offices
- Advancement of innovative drinking water solutions and best practices
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (or related)
- Professional Engineer (PE) license (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
- 10 or more years of experience in drinking water or water treatment engineering
- 2 years of leadership experience (team, project, or practice level)
- Strong client relationship and business development experience
- Proven ability to manage clients, win new clients, and retain clients
- Ability to travel about 25-percent
- All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
AE2S is a 100%
Employee-Owned engineering consulting firm focused on solving complex water and infrastructure challenges. In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead a national impact while helping communities create safe, sustainable, and resilient water systems.
The anticipated salary range for this position is:
- $120,000-$200,000+
- This salary range represents AE2S's good-faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, technical expertise, licensure, certifications, education, geographic location, internal equity, and business needs.
At AE2S, compensation extends beyond base pay and includes opportunities to share in both individual and company success through:
- Discretionary bonus opportunities
- Employee ownership through the ESOP
- Matching 401(k) contributions
A E2S believes financial security extends beyond salary alone. Our comprehensive benefits program includes:
- 100-percent company-paid family health Insurance
- 100-percent company-paid employee dental insurance
- 100-percent company-paid employee vision insurance
- Com…
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