Arup Group Limited

DMV Water Leader

Arup Group Limited • $180K — $240K *
Washington, DC 20011In-Person
Energy & Utilities
11 - 15 years of experience
1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • At least 15 years of experience in water engineering or related fields.
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or a related discipline; Master’s preferred.
  • Hold a U.S. Professional Engineer (PE) license.
  • Strong technical grounding in stormwater management and water infrastructure.
  • Demonstrated experience with public agencies in the DMV region.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a high-performing water team in the Washington D.C. office.
  • Mentor emerging water engineering professionals and foster succession planning.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to public-sector water clients in the DMV region.
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the water sector.
  • Provide project management and technical oversight on multidisciplinary water projects.
  • Integrate sustainability and resilience principles into water projects.
  • Stay updated on water sector research, technologies, and regulations.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and welfare benefits.
  • Global profit share scheme based on company performance.
  • 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match.
  • Flexible working arrangements to support diversity and well-being.
  • Opportunities for learning and professional growth.
Full Job Description
We are looking for a DMV Water Leader to join us in the Washington DC office to lead growth of our water business, with strong connectivity to the broader Arup offices in New York and New Jersey This role is intentionally positioned for a market-facing leader - someone who combines deep engineering credibility, client trust, and commercial judgment and emphasizes technical leadership, integrated problem solving, and development of long-term client partnerships.

The position will be based in Washington, D.C. and will serve as a key leadership presence for priority clients across D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.

The Opportunity
  • People Leadership & Team Development:
    • Create and action a plan to build and develop a high-performing water team based in the Arup D.C. office, aligned with priority clients and growth areas.
    • Mentor emerging technical and water engineering professionals, contributing to succession planning and long-term capability development.
    • Create a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages innovation, creativity, and knowledge sharing and promotes diversity and inclusivity in the team.
  • Client Relationships & Business Development:
    • Serve as a trusted advisor to major public-sector and institutional water clients in the DMV region, including utilities, municipalities, federal agencies, regulators and private developers - such as DC Water, WSSC, etc.
    • Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the water sector, contributing to the growth of Arup's water practice.
    • Apply strong commercial and risk judgment to pursuits and delivery, including originating and refining professional fee strategy, contract positioning, and project pursuit go/no-go decision-making.
    • Represent Arup at industry events, conferences, and workshops, enhancing the firm's profile and thought leadership with the ultimate objective of securing work from DMV clients.
  • Technical & Project Leadership:
    • Provide project management, senior technical oversight and expertise on projects involving stormwater management, green infrastructure, water infrastructure, water resources planning, flood risk management, and engineering design.
    • Lead and manage multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists, and other specialists on a variety of water projects, from feasibility studies and design to construction supervision and commissioning.
    • Champion innovative and sustainable water solutions, incorporating Arup's global expertise and cutting-edge technologies (e.g., digital twinning, AI, IoT).
    • Lead or support complex projects from early planning and feasibility through design and delivery, ensuring technical excellence and alignment with Arup's Total Design philosophy and meeting client expectations.
  • Research & Development:
    • Be and stay abreast of the latest research and developments in the water sector, including new technologies, regulations, and best practices.
    • Contribute to the development of Arup's technical knowledge base through research, publications, and presentations.
  • Sustainability & Resilience:
    • Integrate sustainability and resilience principles into all water projects, considering the environmental, social, and economic impacts.
    • Advocate for green infrastructure, climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies.


Is this role right for you?
  • At least 15 years of experience in water engineering, advisory, infrastructure, or climate/resilience-related work.
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or a related discipline (having a Master's degree in a water related specialism is preferred)
  • Hold a U.S. Professional Engineer (PE) license
  • Strong technical grounding in stormwater management, water resources planning, flood risk management, water infrastructure, advisory and sustainability.
  • Demonstrated experience working with utilities, municipalities, and public agencies in the DMV and secondarily have experience in winning and delivering professional service commissions in and for broader East Coast water markets.
  • Proven ability to secure and lead client relationships and pursuits, in addition to successful project delivery.
  • Understanding of market trends and the competitive landscape, with the ability to identify and pursue growth opportunities
  • Experience leading and coordinating multidisciplinary teams and delivering projects on time and within budget.
  • Demonstrated commitment to mentoring and developing teams, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
  • Passion for innovative and sustainable water solutions, with knowledge of best practices in sustainability and resilience
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to address complex technical and delivery challenges
  • Experience contributing to and winning competitive proposals is also advantageous

Please note that all applicants must apply directly via the job portal. If this role is not quite what you are looking for, but you are interested in other opportunities for a future with purpose, please sign up to our Talent Community where you will be kept up to date with roles suitable for you to shape a better world.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive - through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits at Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Members of Arup share commercial success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm's global financial performance and are paid bi-annually). As a valued employee of Arup in the U.S., you are eligible to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future.

Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available

Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Washington D.C. is $180,000 to $240,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of D.C. may differ.

Our application process

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.

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About Arup Group Limited

Arup Group Limited is a British multinational professional services firm that provides engineering, architecture, design, planning, project management and consulting services for all aspects of the built environment. The company was founded in London in 1946 by Sir Ove Arup. It has a global presence with offices in over 40 countries and employs over 16,000 people. Arup has worked on many high-profile projects including the Sydney Opera House, the Centre Pompidou in Paris, and the Beijing National Stadium. The company is known for its innovative and sustainable approach to design and has won numerous awards for its work.
Learn more about Arup Group Limited
Size
16,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
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