A bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering is required.
At least 15 years of related engineering experience is required.
Registration as a Professional Engineer in Connecticut is required, or the ability to obtain it within six months of hire.
Strong knowledge of the public water infrastructure market in Connecticut, western Massachusetts, and eastern New York, including the ability to identify emerging trends and growth opportunities.
Strong working relationships with local clients are particularly important.
A proven track record in business development, including successful pursuit of new work, proposal leadership, and revenue generation.
Exemplary verbal, written, and public presentation skills.
Working proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Interpersonal relationship skills, conflict resolution, team leadership, and presentation skills.
High ethical standards and commitment to high-quality deliverables, teamwork, respect, and integrity.
A valid driver's license is required.
Responsibilities
Develop and manage municipal, commercial, and industrial water infrastructure and treatment planning and design projects in Connecticut, western Massachusetts, and eastern New York.
Lead business development by identifying, pursuing, and securing project opportunities through existing and new client relationships and market-sector awareness.
Participate in competitive pursuits, including proposal development, interviews, and presentations.
Collaborate with regional leadership to develop strategies for market expansion and revenue growth.
Mentor and guide project teams in business development practices, including client engagement, proposal preparation, and strategic positioning for new work, and foster a culture of growth and innovation.
Handle multiple assignments flexibly and maintain strong client relationships to support client satisfaction, repeat business, and long-term partnerships.
Participate in company-sponsored training programs, seminars, and conferences as necessary.
Collaborate with design and study teams to improve responses to client needs.
Supervise, train, and mentor staff.
Participate in professional organizations and technical committees.
Travel as required.
Desired Qualifications
A master's degree is preferred.
An emphasis on Water Infrastructure and/or Treatment is preferred.
Experience in setting priorities, shaping processes, and building strategic partnerships is highly desirable.
As the Principal Engineer for Water Infrastructure, you will oversee and guide a multidisciplinary team of project managers, engineers, and support staff to deliver high-quality water infrastructure and treatment projects throughout Connecticut, western Massachusetts, and eastern New York. Your role will involve collaborating closely with professionals across the eastern seaboard, actively engaging with clients to understand their needs, developing new project opportunities, and ensuring client satisfaction. You will lead business development initiatives, including proposal development, interviews and presentations along with helping to ensure project delivery.
What you’ll do:
Will be responsible for developing and managing municipal, commercial, and industrial Water Infrastructure and Treatment, planning and design projects in Connecticut, western Massachusetts and eastern New York.
Lead business development initiatives by proactively identifying, pursuing and securing new project opportunities through established and new client relationships, market sector awareness.
Participate in competitive pursuits such as proposal development, interviews and presentations.
Collaborate with regional leadership to develop strategies for market expansion and revenue growth.
Mentor and guide project teams in business development best practices, including client engagement, proposal preparation and strategic positioning for new work. Foster a culture of growth and innovation within the team.
Expected to be flexible in terms of handling multiple assignments. Develop and maintain strong client relationships to ensure client satisfaction, repeat business and long-term partnership.
Participate in company sponsored training programs, seminars, and conferences as may be necessary.
Collaborate with other design and study teams to improve our ability to respond to client needs.
Supervise, train, and mentor staff.
Participate in professional organizations and technical committees.
Travel will be required.
What you will bring:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental engineering, with preference for Masters’ degree. An emphasis on Water Infrastructure and/or Treatment preferred.
15 or more years of related engineering experience, and registration as a Professional Engineer in Connecticut, or with the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
Strong knowledge of the public water infrastructure market in Connecticut, western Massachusetts and eastern New York, with the ability to identify emerging trends and opportunities for growth.
Particularly important are strong working relationships with local clients.
Proven track record in business development, including successful pursuit of new work, proposal leadership and revenue generation. Experience in setting priorities, shaping processes and building strategic partnerships is highly desirable.
Exemplary communication skills, including verbal, written, and public presentation domains.
Working proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Adept at interpersonal relationship skills, conflict resolution, team leadership, and presentations.
Possessing high ethical standards, committed to producing high quality deliverables, and a commitment to teamwork, respect, and integrity.
Valid driver’s license required
Salary Range: $158,000 - $204,000 depending on experience
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Overview
Weston & Sampson is an 100% employee-owned, full-service environmental and infrastructure consulting firm made up of more than 1,000 professionals, who work together to develop innovative, cost-effective solutions for our clients. Since our founding in 1899, Weston & Sampson’s mission has been to protect, improve, and sustain the natural and built environment to enhance the quality of life. As we grow, we are seeking dedicated technical and professional individuals who want to collaborate on meaningful projects with a team that respects and values their ideas. Weston & Sampson offers a flexible work environment, competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits, and exciting career growth opportunities—all in a supportive and dynamic corporate culture that embraces diverse perspectives and recognizes people for their contributions.
Weston & Sampson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace the rich perspectives and experiences that arise from people of different races, ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientation, gender identities, ages, socio-economic statuses, abilities, and religions, as well as other untapped groups, within our Weston & Sampson family and the communities we serve. Weston & Sampson is committed to the principles of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA). Our goal is to foster a sense of belonging and equitable representation across our organization and to empower our employees to incorporate IDEA values into the work they perform.
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