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Water/Wastewater Team Lead

Axiom Consultants
Waukesha, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 5/18/2026 CLOSED ON 6/13/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water/Wastewater Team Lead position at Axiom Consultants?

Are you ready to lead, grow, and make your mark? Join Ruekert & Mielke, Inc., where you’ll have the opportunity to lead and develop a high-performing civil engineering team focused on water/wastewater design and review.

We’re seeking an experienced, client-focused Water/Wastewater Team Leader with a background in water/wastewater engineering. This is a senior level leadership 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) registration in Wisconsin
  • 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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