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Practice Leader - Water/Wastewater

Pape-Dawson
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 9/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/10/2026
Overview

Job Description:

The Practice Leader will be responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of our Water/Wastewater projects, providing technical expertise, and driving strategic growth.

Responsibilities

  • Provide overall guidance on the design and technical aspects of the team(s) projects
  • Prepare proposals and client agreements
  • Monitor project tasks, budgets, and schedules with Senior Project Managers and Project Managers
  • Responsible for the oversight of technical and professional development of project team(s)
  • Participate in developing company design and production standards
  • Develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, public agency officials and community leaders
  • Actively participate in professional associations and civic organizations

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; Houston area experience and contacts are a strong plus
  • Industry recognized professional in one or more of the following areas: water supply, water treatment, water booster stations, wastewater treatment, and/or large diameter pipe installation.
  • Proven ability to effectively communicate, both oral and written skills, with all levels of employees in an organization
  • Proven ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, public agency officials, and community leaders
  • Proven ability to lead a team of engineers and support personnel
  • Actively involved in professional associations and civic organizations
  • Must be able to work 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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