Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Apex Companies is a rapidly growing consulting and engineering firm focused on infrastructure projects. They are seeking a Principal-level leader to expand their Water/Wastewater business in the Northeast, focusing on business development and project delivery for municipal infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the growth of Apex’s water, wastewater, and stormwater services within your designated local market
• Develop and execute a strategic plan to expand relationships with municipal, utility, and public-sector clients
• Leverage existing client relationships and your market insight to establish Apex as a trusted regional partner
• Collaborate with Divisional and Regional Leadership to align local efforts with Apex’s broader infrastructure strategy
• Serve as a trusted advisor to municipal and utility clients, understanding their infrastructure priorities and funding mechanisms
• Identify and pursue new project opportunities, lead proposal development, and manage interview and negotiation processes
• Drive cross-selling of Apex’s complementary environmental, construction, and compliance services
• Represent Apex at professional associations, technical committees, and industry conferences
• Oversee delivery of municipal infrastructure projects including water and wastewater treatment, distribution/collection systems, and stormwater management
• Ensure technical excellence, quality control, and adherence to scope, schedule, and budget
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and QA/QC oversight to project teams
• Manage project performance, including backlog, utilization, and profitability metrics
• Recruit, mentor, and develop engineers, project managers, and technical staff to grow Apex’s local presence
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture focused on client satisfaction and technical excellence
• Participate in Apex’s Principal Leadership group, contributing to strategic planning, market development, and talent initiatives

Skills

• BS or MS Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or relevant engineering discipline
• 15+ years of experience in municipal water, wastewater, or stormwater infrastructure
• Registered Professional Engineer preferred in MA, CT, or NH
• Proven background in the design and management of water and wastewater treatment, distribution, collection, and conveyance systems
• Demonstrated success in developing new markets, securing key municipal clients, and achieving financial growth targets
• Strong record of mentoring, team development, and leading cross-discipline project teams
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with clients in a forward-thinking manner to drive growth and sustained performance through effective leadership
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Desire to manage and mentor all levels of staff
• Registered Professional Engineer preferred in MA, CT, or NH

Benefits

• Company-subsidized medical and dental.
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.
• 401k match, tuition assistance, and more.
• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
• Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.

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