Water/Wastewater Principal Practice Lead Denver, Colorado
Harper Harrison is currently partnered with a leading mid-sized, 100% employee owned, engineerin consultancy with a multistate presence.
This role is central to expanding market presence and delivering innovative infrastructure solutions in collaboration with teams across Colorado, Idaho, Texas, and New Mexico.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Supervise and guide the water and wastewater team based in Colorado, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and high standards of performance.
* Mentor team members at all levels to support professional development, quality outcomes, and profitability.
* Grow the service portfolio by developing specialized sub-practices and expanding client offerings.
* Lead project teams, providing oversight and ensuring quality control on water and wastewater infrastructure projects across Colorado.
* Optimize team operations by assigning appropriate personnel, maintaining efficient workflows, and ensuring availability of standardized contract documentation.
* Engage in direct project involvement and leadership as needed.
* Collaborate with senior management on matters related to growth planning, staffing needs, and financial performance.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
* Over 20 years of experience in infrastructure engineering, with a focus on water and wastewater systems.
* Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of Colorado.
* Proven success in business development and marketing of professional engineering services within the Colorado region, including at least five years in project and client management for municipal projects.
* Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams, and a strong record of delivering complex engineering projects.
* Deep technical expertise in the design of water and wastewater infrastructure.
* Strong ethical standards and a commitment to quality.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Senior Associate - Northern California Water Practice Leader California
Harper Harrison is proud to be partnering with a nationally recognized engineering consultancy to support the strategic hire of a Senior Associate - Water Practice Leader for their Northern California operations. This is an outstanding opportunity for a senior water treatment professional with proven project leadership experience, technical expertise, and a passion for client development in the drinking water space
Role Overview:The incoming Senior Associate will lead and support business development and project delivery across Northern California and Oregon, acting as a key technical resource and trusted advisor to both internal teams and external stakeholders. This role will play a pivotal part in shaping the future of the region's water treatment capabilities
Key Responsibilities: * Collaborate with regional and local office leadership on annual business plans and growth strategies.
* Lead pursuits and delivery of drinking water treatment projects from planning to implementation.
* Define technical treatment strategies and design criteria across a range of complex projects.
* Develop proposals, identify project opportunities, and cultivate long-term client relationships.
* Provide mentorship and technical oversight to junior staff, supporting long-term team growth.
* Ensure project delivery meets quality, timeline, and budget expectations.
* Contribute to research initiatives and advancement of treatment technologies across the region.
* Partner with multidisciplinary teams and internal technical specialists throughout the project lifecycle.
Required Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Civil, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering.
* Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in California (civil preferred).
* Minimum 15 years' experience in municipal water treatment and project leadership.
* Proven track record delivering drinking water quality and process treatment projects.
* Strong communication skills with an ability to simplify complex technical topics for diverse audiences
Senior Principal Wastewater Engineer Fairfax, VA, USA
Harper Harrison are currently working with a national leading engineering firm that have a senior position available out of their Fairfax office. The position will include client development, project management, technical leadership and staff mentoring in the Mid-Atlantic area.
Candidate will be involved with a wide range of projects to include planning, design, permitting, and construction. Candidate shall be capable of supervising junior staff and managing projects. Candidate shall also be able to lead business development activities including preparation of proposals and presentations.
Job Summary:
The successful candidate will be a strong communicator who enjoys teamwork and possesses the technical, organizational, and communication skills to:
* Guide the development and implementation of utility and asset management solutions
* Assist in developing Asset Management tools like databases and BI dashboards
* Perform life-cycle cost analysis of assets
* Demonstrate proficiency in modeling, technologies, or practices for project delivery and business development
* Contribute to pursuits, scope development, and project management for Asset and Utility Management services
* Serve as project manager for projects, including large contracts or programs
* Coordinate with engineering disciplines to resolve conflicts and supervise junior staff
* Lead proposal development
* Lead project teams to define requirements, develop solutions, and deliverable templates
* Assess client needs/issues and strategize solutions with project teams
Minimum Requirements:
* BS in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering
* 6+ years of experience
* Familiarity with water quality and/or water/wastewater conveyance and treatment processes
* Experience as a project manager on water/wastewater or asset/utility management projects
Sr Wastewater Treatment Associate Fairfax, VA Fairfax, VA, USA
Harper Harrison are currently working with a national leading engineering firm that have a senior position available out of their Fairfax office. The position will include client development, project management, technical leadership and staff mentoring in the Mid-Atlantic area.
Candidate will be involved with a wide range of projects to include planning, design, permitting, and construction. Candidate shall be capable of supervising junior staff and managing projects. Candidate shall also be able to lead business development activities including preparation of proposals and presentations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Project Management
* Technical Engineering
* Leadership
* Business Development
* Staff Development
Minimum Qualifications:
* Over 15 years of experience in the water/wastewater field, including project management
* Proven track record of successfully delivering multi-year projects with collaborative, multi-disciplinary teams
* Expertise in planning, designing, and constructing water and wastewater treatment facilities
* Proficiency in MS Office software Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with staff, clients, and regulatory agencies
* Self-motivated with strong attention to detail and organizational skills
* A current Professional Engineer (PE) license is required
Sr Wastewater Treatment Associate Philadelphia Philadelphia, PA, USA
Harper Harrison are currently working with a national leading engineering firm that have a senior position available out of their Philadelphia office. The position will include client development, project management, technical leadership and staff mentoring in the Greater Philadelphia area.
Candidate will be involved with a wide range of projects to include planning, design, permitting, and construction. Candidate shall be capable of supervising junior staff and managing projects. Candidate shall also be able to lead business development activities including preparation of proposals and presentations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Project Management
* Technical Engineering
* Leadership
* Business Development
* Staff Development
Minimum Qualifications:
* Over 10 years of experience in the water/wastewater field, including project management
* Proven track record of successfully delivering multi-year projects with collaborative, multi-disciplinary teams
* Expertise in planning, designing, and constructing water and wastewater treatment facilities
* Proficiency in MS Office software Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with staff, clients, and regulatory agencies
* Self-motivated with strong attention to detail and organizational skills
* A current Professional Engineer (PE) license is required
Sr Wastewater Treatment Associate Tampa, FL, USA
Harper Harrison are currently working with a national leading engineering firm that have a senior position available out of their Tampa office. The position will include client development, project management, technical leadership and staff mentoring in the Greater Tampa Bay area.
Candidate will be involved with a wide range of projects to include planning, design, permitting, and construction. Candidate shall be capable of supervising junior staff and managing projects. Candidate shall also be able to lead business development activities including preparation of proposals and presentations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Project Management
* Technical Engineering
* Leadership
* Business Development
* Staff Development
Minimum Qualifications:
* Over 15 years of experience in the water/wastewater field, including project management
* Proven track record of successfully delivering multi-year projects with collaborative, multi-disciplinary teams
* Expertise in planning, designing, and constructing water and wastewater treatment facilities
* Proficiency in MS Office software Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with staff, clients, and regulatory agencies
* Self-motivated with strong attention to detail and organizational skills
* A current Professional Engineer (PE) license is required
