Civil or Environmental Engineer - Water

SEH; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Civil or Environmental Engineer IV and make a significant impact on water infrastructure projects. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a specialized team, driving innovative solutions for water treatment and distribution. You'll mentor junior staff and maintain strong client relationships while working in a supportive, employee-owned environment that values flexibility and personal growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in communities and have the required expertise, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive and contribute to a better future for all.

Benefits

Flexible Holidays

Paid Family Leave

Career Development Opportunities

Employee Ownership

Work/Life Balance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering required.
• Licensed Professional Engineer with project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage water infrastructure projects and support design and construction.
• Develop creative solutions for wastewater treatment challenges.

Skills

Project Management

Water Treatment Systems

Civil Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer

Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

Imagine being an employee-owner of a company guided by engaged and empowered team members like yourself. Where a culture of respect, flexibility, and accountability aren't just ideals - they're our foundation, and diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued as drivers of innovation and growth. Join us, as together, we are Building a Better World for All of Us.

You belong at SEH

Civil or Environmental Engineer IV to join and grow with our Water Engineering team! This position is open to individuals located in the western area (Richmond, Charlottesville, Roanoke, Blacksburg) of Virginia, or in close proximity of the Piedmont Triad area (Greensboro, Winston-Salem, High Point), of North Carolina.

When you join SEH’s Water Engineering Team, you’re making an impact from source to tap, preserving and renewing our most precious resource -- water. Your expertise coupled with a highly specialized team of engineers create solutions involving pilot testing, treatment and contaminant evaluations, and designs to sustain future water needs.

Why Our Employee-owners Love SEH

• "I was on vacation last week and had zero concerns that my colleagues would help out with anything that came into my inbox!" – GIS Analyst
• "What company has a CEO who cares enough to seek out one-on-one conversations ranging from 'How are you?' to 'What do you think would help the company?' SEH, that's who." – Civil Engineering Technician
• "Having the feeling that my voice matters and believing that SEH truly cares about the employees is so satisfying!" – Sr Financial Analyst
• "It feels good having colleagues and supervisors that provide support and resources for growth and learning!" – Civil Engineer
• "This is the first company I've worked for with a true entrepreneurial spirit." – Sr Mechanical Engineer

Why You’ll Love SEH

• Collaborate on amazing projects of varying size and complexity that positively impact communities
• Being 100% employee-owned means we all share in the company’s success
• Career development through continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical training
• Work arrangements that promote work/life balance
• Flexible holidays enable individuals to tailor their festivities
• Paid Family Leave provides time to care for loved ones, whether family by birth or family by choice

This Opportunity

• Partner with a team to manage water infrastructure projects and project teams to support the planning, design, and construction of drinking water treatment, pumping, distribution, storage or conveyance projects
• Develop creative solutions to complex wastewater treatment and conveyance challenges, working closely with our team of engineers, designers and other professionals
• Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to deliver innovative project solutions
• Maintain close relationships with clients throughout development of projects and after completion
• Mentor junior level staff
• Help build and strengthen client relationships

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering, or a related field
• Licensed Professional Engineer
• Demonstrated experience managing and / or supporting multi-discipline infrastructure projects
• Experience in the design and construction of municipal, state, federal, or industrial drinking water treatment projects
• Proven understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices
• Solid knowledge of water treatment systems, equipment, and regulations
• Residence in the western area (Richmond, Charlottesville, Roanoke, Blacksburg) of Virginia, or in close proximity of the Piedmont Triad area (Greensboro, Winston-Salem, High Point), of North Carolina.

Preferred Qualifications

• Seven (7) years of experience designing and/or managing drinking water treatment projects
• Knowledge of regional water issues and familiarity with the municipal government client base
• Demonstrated ability to support multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
• Ability to scope and budget new water treatment facility projects and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficiency in project management software and tools

Who We Are

Better Places. Clean Water. Renewing Infrastructure. Improving Mobility. SEH is an employee-owned engineering, architectural, planning, and environmental company, offering a wide variety of services. We've been helping government, industrial, and commercial clients find solutions to complex challenges since 1927. Our 900+ employee-owners across the US unite behind our core purpose of Building a Better World for All of Us.

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $95,000 and $125,000 based on skill set and experience.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

SEH is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We take affirmative action to ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.