Lynn Stephens

Northwest Drinking Water Area Practice Leader

Professional Overview
Lynn Stephens is the Northwest Drinking Water Area Practice Leader at Brown and Caldwell, a leading environmental engineering and consulting firm. In this role, she is responsible for managing complex drinking water projects, providing technical expertise, and driving strategic initiatives to support the growth and success of the firm's drinking water practice in the Pacific Northwest region.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Northwest Drinking Water Area Practice Leader, Lynn oversees a team of skilled engineers and scientists, ensuring the delivery of innovative and sustainable solutions to clients. She collaborates closely with municipal and private water utilities, guiding them through the planning, design, and implementation of water infrastructure projects that address pressing challenges, such as water quality, supply reliability, and resource conservation.

Since joining Brown and Caldwell in 2021, Lynn has successfully led several high-profile drinking water initiatives, including the development of a comprehensive water master plan for the City of Seattle and the deployment of advanced treatment technologies to meet stringent water quality standards for a regional water district.

Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Lynn held various engineering and leadership positions within the water and wastewater industry. She spent over a decade at a prominent global engineering firm, where she progressed from a water resources engineer to a project manager, leading multidisciplinary teams in the delivery of complex water infrastructure projects across the Pacific Northwest.

Throughout her career, Lynn has consistently demonstrated her ability to drive innovation, foster collaboration, and deliver exceptional results for her clients. Her technical expertise, coupled with her strategic vision and strong communication skills, have made her a respected industry leader.

Academic Background
Lynn holds a Master of Science in Engineering (MSE) from the University of Michigan, where she specialized in water resources engineering. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Civil Engineering from Michigan Technological University, graduating with honors.

Areas of Expertise

• Drinking water treatment and distribution system design

• Water supply planning and sustainability

• Regulatory compliance and water quality management

• Project management and team leadership

• Stakeholder engagement and client relationship management

Professional Impact
Under Lynn's leadership, the Northwest Drinking Water Area Practice at Brown and Caldwell has experienced significant growth, with a strong pipeline of projects and a highly satisfied client base. Her contributions have been recognized through industry awards, including the prestigious "Young Engineer of the Year" award from the American Water Works Association (AWWA) in 2019.

Conclusion
With her exceptional technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and proven track record of delivering innovative water solutions, Lynn Stephens is poised to continue driving the success and growth of Brown and Caldwell's drinking water practice in the Pacific Northwest. Her dedication to sustainable water management and her commitment to collaborating with clients to address their most pressing challenges make her a valuable asset to the firm and the industry as a whole.