Principal – Wastewater

Apex Companies, LLC

Principal Engineer leading the Wastewater Practice for Apex Companies in the Northeast. Driving strategic direction, mentoring staff, and influencing company culture and success.

Posted 6/29/2026full-timeQuincy • Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $180,000 - $220,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact?
We are seeking a Principal for our Wastewater Practice in the Northeast to play a pivotal role in leading our team, shaping the strategic direction of the company, recruiting and mentoring staff, and driving value, success and culture at the company.
This role is a special designation within the Company.
It requires a combination of leadership skills, technical expertise, business acumen, professional association involvement, and a strong commitment to the success and growth of the company.
These individuals have developed a reputation as successful, respected members of the Company and are recognized as such in the industry.
This is a multifaceted role as it impacts many aspects of the business.

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS or MS Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or other relevant discipline
The qualified individual will be a professional in the wastewater industry with 15+ years of relevant experience in wastewater to demonstrate proficiency in the core responsibilities defined above.
Registered Professional Engineer or other Professional Certifications or Registrations as appropriate for their primary field of expertise in State(s) where company and/or individual does work or ability to obtain the same by reciprocity is preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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.
Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Civil EngineeringEnvironmental EngineeringWastewater ManagementStrategic PlanningProject Management

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipCommunicationMentoringCultural Development

Certifications

Registered Professional EngineerProfessional Certifications