Associate Director, Water-Wastewater

Overview

Associate Director, Water-Wastewater at PRIME AE Group, Inc.

Base pay range provided by PRIME AE Group, Inc. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

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• Lead the pursuit of new water/wastewater opportunities, including public clients (municipal, state, federal), from Go/No-Go decision through proposal development and project execution.
• Manage and mentor project teams delivering water distribution systems, wastewater collection/treatment, pump stations, stormwater infrastructure, and water quality initiatives.
• Provide technical oversight and project leadership: review scope, budgets, schedules, deliverables, quality control, and client engagements.
• Coordinate with marketing, operations, and regional leadership to shape and execute business development strategies in the Ohio/Kentucky market.
• Maintain and grow client relationships, influence long-term program wins, and represent the firm in industry associations and stakeholder engagements.
• Drive staff recruitment and development for the practice area, support team growth, promote technical excellence, and ensure consistent operational standards.

• B.S. in Civil or Environmental Engineering (M.S. preferred).
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Ohio or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Minimum of 12+ years of experience in water resources, wastewater, or environmental engineering, with at least 3–5 years in project or functional leadership.
• Demonstrated business development experience with public-sector water/wastewater clients and an established network of contacts.
• Strong technical project delivery experience including planning, design, modeling (H/H, stormwater, sewer), regulatory compliance, and system improvements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills; ability to manage multiple priorities, lead teams, and engage clients effectively.

We don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. At PRIME AE, you’ll find a culture of support, flexibility, and opportunity. You’ll work on impactful projects that improve daily life, alongside colleagues who inspire and challenge you. Whether you’re advancing your technical skills or growing as a leader, we’re committed to helping you succeed.

• Full-Career Support:
  Flexible career paths across disciplines, from technical specialist to project leadership.
• People-First Culture:
  We hire top talent, champion diversity, trust, and integrity.
• Meaningful Impact:
  Work on projects—from community centers and hospitals to federal, transportation, and water systems—that tangibly improve lives.
• Growth-Oriented:
  Strategically expanding capabilities and geography with strong backing from investors.
• National Yet Local:
  Enjoy the resources of a big firm with the agility and client intimacy of local offices.

PRIME AE Group celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

• Director

• Full-time

• Project Management, Design, and Engineering

• Design Services

We are committed to helping you succeed and welcome qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds.