Water/Wastewater Project Engineer
Are you ready to lead impactful water and wastewater projects that shape communities? Join a 100% employee-owned team dedicated to engineering excellence and client satisfaction. We are seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Project Engineer to manage diverse projects from planning through design and construction, serving as the primary point of contact for clients and ensuring the highest standards of quality and coordination. As a Water/Wastewater Project Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in delivering successful projects, building strong client relationships, and driving the growth of our firm. You'll independently manage project phases, resolve complex design challenges, and contribute to business development-all within a collaborative, employee-owned environment.
What You'll Gain
- Leadership experience managing high-impact water and wastewater projects
- A collaborative culture focused on professional growth and client success
- Opportunities to expand your technical expertise and project portfolio
Goals & Responsibilities
This position includes, but is not limited to, the following duties and responsibilities:
- Serve as the primary client contact, maintaining and building positive relationships
- Manage water and wastewater projects from planning through design and construction
- Independently prepare design calculations, technical reports, and specifications
- Coordinate project tasks and communication between offices and teams
- Resolve issues related to conflicting design requirements and specifications
- Perform constructability reviews and ensure compliance with codes and regulations
- Plan, schedule, and oversee detailed phases of engineering work
- Prepare or review technical specifications and project documentation
- Interact regularly with clients to expand work assignments and business opportunities
- Assist with proposals and funding applications for engineering projects
Qualifications & Skills
The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following education, experience, and abilities:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Biological Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering
- Minimum 7 years of experience in water/wastewater project management and engineering support
- Strong knowledge of water/wastewater treatment processes, hydraulics, and regulatory approval processes
- Familiarity with structural design concepts, codes, and regulations
- Proficiency with AutoCAD and related engineering software
- Ability to independently evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques and procedures
- High-level coordination and communication skills for multi-office collaboration
- Client interaction and management experience
- Business development experience within water/wastewater industry
- Involvement in technical and professional organizations
Benefits
This firm is proud to be 100% employee owned. Our flexible working environment, engaged culture, and in‐depth training and mentoring program are just a few of the reasons why they are consistently named a "Top Workplace" by the Journal Sentinel.
- Employee stock ownership plan
- Performance bonuses
- Extra hours bonuses
- Remote/flexible hours
- Generous personal time off and holiday programs
- Health, dental, vision, life, dependent life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with employer match
- Flexible spending accounts
- Prepaid legal services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition reimbursement
About Us
This firm is a 100% employee-owned civil engineering firm that has been empowering clients and employee owners to thrive since 1946. Together with their family of firms, Axiom Consultants and Outland Design, they tackle engineering challenges for a diverse set of clients across multiple sectors including government, agriculture, and real estate.
Their team of engineers, environmental scientists, and technology experts work as an extension of their clients, offering exceptional planning, design, and construction management services. Combining experience, vision, and innovative technology, R/M serves as a trusted infrastructure ally to help "make community possible."
FAQs
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