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Burgess & Niple

Water / Wastewater Treatment Engineering Lead

Jacksonville, Florida, United States · Orlando, Florida, United States · Tampa, Florida, United States

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Seniority
Lead / management
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
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28 Sept 2026

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For more than a century, Burgess & Niple has helped communities strengthen the infrastructure that supports everyday life. Our teams combine technical expertise with a commitment to improving quality of life, safety and sustainability. At B&N, that legacy shapes meaningful careers. You will collaborate on projects that make a difference, grow alongside experienced teams and contribute to work that has lasting impact.

Lead transformative water and wastewater treatment projects while shaping the future of our regional practice as a Water/Wastewater Treatment Engineering Lead. In this pivotal role, you'll mentor and orchestrate engineering teams through complex water and wastewater treatment design projects, while serving as a trusted client advisor and developing the next generation of water/wastewater engineers. You'll combine deep technical expertise with strategic business development to deliver exceptional projects on time and within budget, building lasting partnerships that strengthen communities and expand our presence across the region.

What You’ll Do

Build a water / wastewater treatment business in Florida to compliment the existing conveyance team.

Function as the central point of coordination between clients, design teams, and stakeholders; maintaining strong relationships with clients

Support business development activities including direct client interaction and engagement serving as project manager and / or technical subject matter expert for municipal water / wastewater treatment projects

Actively lead and participate in project pursuit and delivery to create an exemplary client experience

Lead, train, and mentor project teams through the planning and design of water and wastewater treatment projects

Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited program required

Professional Engineer (PE) registration in the state of employment or ability to be registered with reciprocity

10+ years of experience in water/wastewater collection, distribution, pumping systems, storage, treatment, and utility infrastructure design

Proficiency in Microsoft Office required

Adaptable and self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset as well as a proactive approach to problem solving

Servant leader committed to fostering collaboration, innovation, and excellence while developing others

Learn More

To learn more about B&N, our culture and what we offer, visit: www.burgessniple.com/careers/perks-culture

Burgess & Niple is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Click here to view our Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action Policy Statement.

Notice to Recruiting Agencies

Burgess & Niple partners with external recruiting firms on a limited, as-needed basis. These relationships are coordinated through our Human Resources (HR) team. Recruiting firms may submit candidates only through an active, approved agreement with Burgess & Niple HR. Resumes submitted without such an agreement, including those sent directly to hiring managers or employees, will be considered unsolicited and ineligible for placement fees. Click here

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