What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Supply Team Leader position at Ruekert & Mielke, Inc?
Are you an experienced project manager ready to lead a high-performing team and shape the future of municipal water infrastructure? At Ruekert & Mielke, Inc. (R/M), we’re seeking a forward-thinking Water Supply Team Leader to guide our talented professionals, support innovative water solutions, and drive lasting impact in the communities we serve. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we reward leadership, collaboration, and results—and empower you to grow alongside the success you help create.
In this leadership role, you'll manage and mentor a group of engineers while using your technical expertise to deliver complex water supply projects for municipal clients. You'll be a key contact for regional projects, a technical authority on treatment practices, and a strategic partner to clients and internal stakeholders alike. If you're passionate about water infrastructure, team development, and making a meaningful difference—you belong here.
What You’ll Gain:
- Leadership Opportunity: Guide, develop, and inspire a team of engineers working on essential public infrastructure.
- Employee Ownership: Your contributions directly support your success and the firm’s—through bonuses, growth, and long-term wealth building.
- Innovation & Influence: Help shape project strategy and introduce emerging technologies in water treatment and delivery systems.
Goals & Responsibilities
This position includes, but is not limited to, the following duties and responsibilities:
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of technical professionals within the water supply group.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for regional municipal water supply projects.
- Provide technical guidance and oversight for planning, design, permitting, and construction of water infrastructure, including:
- Wells, pipelines, treatment facilities, storage tanks, and booster stations
- Contaminant removal systems including iron, radium, and PFAS
- Promote and adopt innovative technologies and best practices in water system design and treatment.
- Foster and grow partnerships with water supply consulting firms and collaborators.
- Collaborate directly with client managers, firm executives, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success and client satisfaction.
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 (PE) license in Wisconsin.
- 8 years of experience on water supply projects, including at least 4 years in project management or business development.
- Deep experience in:
- Water supply planning and system modeling
- Treatment and distribution system design (including permitting and construction)
- Infrastructure such as pipelines, booster stations, storage tanks, and advanced treatment technologies.
- Proven ability to lead and inspire teams while managing complex technical projects.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- A team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently—and a willingness to have some fun along the way.
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.
- Employee stock ownership plan
- Performance bonuses
- Extra hours bonuses
- Remote/flexible hours
- Generous personal time off and holiday programs
- Health, dental, vision, life, dependent life, and disability insurance
- 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 that has been empowering clients and employee owners to thrive since 1946. Together with our family of firms, Axiom Consultants and Outland Design, we tackle engineering challenges for a diverse set of clients across multiple sectors including government, agriculture, and real estate.
Our team of engineers, environmental scientists, and technology experts work as an extension of our clients, offering exceptional planning, design, and construction management services. Combining experience, vision, and innovative technology, R/M serves as a trusted infrastructure ally to help “make community possible.”
Visit www.ruekertmielke.com to learn more.
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