Water Infrastructure Leader

1 week ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeWater Full time $115,000 - $155,000
Lead Water and Wastewater Systems Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Water and Wastewater Systems Engineer to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to lead and contribute to a wide range of municipal water and wastewater engineering projects, from conceptual planning and permitting to final design, bidding, and construction.

Our ideal candidate will have a strong background in water supply systems, including surface water intakes and well development, water treatment plant design and upgrades, water storage tanks and reservoirs, pump stations and distribution systems. They will also have experience with wastewater treatment plant planning and design, sanitary sewer system evaluations and rehabilitation, lift station and pump station design, process piping and mechanical system layouts.

  • Independently performs engineering tasks related to water supply, wastewater treatment, pump/lift stations, sanitary sewer design, and water distribution systems using professional judgment and technical expertise.
  • Supports or serves as Project Manager on various municipal water and wastewater projects, including assigning tasks, managing schedules, and mentoring junior staff.
  • Leads and conducts technical reviews (formal and informal QA/QC) of engineering deliverables such as construction drawings, technical specifications, and hydraulic modeling reports.
  • Makes design decisions that align with project goals and regulatory requirements for drinking water systems and wastewater infrastructure.
  • Proactively identifies and resolves technical, scheduling, or budget-related issues in coordination with clients and the project team.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in one or more states where we operate or ability to obtain within 6 months.
  • A minimum of 10 years of experience in water and wastewater system design, including pipelines, treatment plants, pump stations, and related utility infrastructure.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop construction documents, manage technical tasks, and support or lead projects through all phases—from planning and permitting to construction administration.
  • Proficiency in engineering software, modeling tools, and technical equipment used in municipal water/wastewater engineering.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience writing technical reports, regulatory submittals, and proposals.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel for project-related site visits and client meetings.
Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive and multi-faceted benefits package that includes competitive salary, bonuses, health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and opportunities for career growth and professional development.

As an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.



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