Lead Water/Wastewater Project Engineer - Onsite

Kokosing; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Kokosing is seeking a Lead Engineer (Water/Wastewater construction) in the Mid-Atlantic, open to candidates in the DC, Maryland, Virginia markets. The role is onsite to oversee engineering activities for complex water and wastewater projects.

We value a Civil Engineering or Construction Management background with 5+ years of experience, strong leadership, and the ability to coordinate multi-discipline teams. Bridge experience is a plus and PE registration is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred or equivalent training/experience.
• 5+ years of similar construction engineering experience.
• Bridge experience is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, coordinate, and manage onsite construction engineering activities for Water/Wastewater projects.
• Manage project engineering staff, assignments, and performance.
• Ensure activities comply with contract requirements and support the construction schedule (Primavera P6).
• Provide technical support in design, construction methods, and conflict resolution.
• Develop and administer project engineering procedures and documents (submittals, RFIs, expediting, pay requests).
• Represent company in client/project management meetings and coordinate with on-site departments.

Skills

Construction engineering

Team leadership

PE registration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Construction Management coursework/experience

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Kokosing is seeking a Lead Engineer (Water/Wastewater construction) in the Mid-Atlantic, open to candidates in the DC, Maryland, Virginia markets. The role is onsite to oversee engineering activities for complex water and wastewater projects.

We value a Civil Engineering or Construction Management background with 5+ years of experience, strong leadership, and the ability to coordinate multi-discipline teams. Bridge experience is a plus and PE registration is preferred.