Water/Wastewater - Senior Project Engineer - Grand Rapids Position

About the Role:

We are seeking a talented and motivated Water/Wastewater - Project Engineer to join our client's dynamic team in Grand Rapids. In this vital position, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of water and wastewater projects, ensuring innovative and sustainable solutions to serve the community. Our client values expertise, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence.

Benefits:

• A competitive benefits package - (health, dental, and vision insurance, medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, 401K options, company vehicle and cell)
• Internal training and mentorship programs
• Paid parental leave
• 10-15% end of year bonus
• Option for fully remote work - hybrid schedule + flexible working hours
• A mixed scope of water/wastewater projects
• Company parking
• ESOP
• 4+ weeks of PTO

Qualifications:

• 5+ years' experience with Municipal, Water and/or Wastewater projects (Plants, Pump Stations, Water, Sewer, Stormwater and/or Lift Stations)
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Professional Engineering (PE) Registration in the state of Michigan (ability to obtain within 6 months)
• Experience in the evaluation, planning, design and construction of one or more of the following projects: Water & Wastewater Treatment)
• Ability to visit and safely traverse construction and project sites, complying with all applicable safety codes and requirements

Job responsibilities:

* Perform water, wastewater and storm-water engineering and construction assignments of a complex nature for municipal and water/wastewater clients based in the beautiful Grand Rapids.
* As a Senior Project Engineer, you would lead and direct engineers, provide them with technical support when it comes to reviewing and preparation of plans and specifications for water, wastewater, and storm-water projects.
* Direct the planning and development of Water, Wastewater and Stormwater projects from planning and procurement through start-up and construction.
* Prepare construction cost estimates, perform construction monitoring, and coordinate field activities.
* Review proposed contracts to determine significant parameters, time schedules and mileposts and define the major task areas.
* Delegate the planning and development of project scope, procedures, and budget.
* Ensure contractual commitments are met and the work is being performed per the client's instructions.
* Attend client meetings; these being project meetings, council meetings, board meetings.
* Up keep effective relationships with members of all divisions within the firm and departments responsible for performing services related to the project.
* Be responsible for project quality control - control and/or review project forecasts, schedules, cost estimates and reports.
* Monitor fees and budgets, report problems to the appropriate Program Managers and task leaders.
* Be actively involved in civic and professional activities, societies and organizations.

Why Join?

This is an outstanding opportunity to contribute to impactful projects in the Grand Rapids area while advancing your career as part of a respected and forward-thinking organization. If you're passionate about water and wastewater engineering and eager to make a difference, we encourage you to apply today!