Licensed Civil Engineer – Utilities | Water/Wastewater

Keck & Wood Inc; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) contribution match

Spot bonuses

Performance-based incentive pay

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off for sick & vacation leave

Paid time off for volunteer service

Job summary

Keck & Wood Inc in North Charleston, SC is seeking an experienced Civil Project Engineer for water/wastewater utilities. The candidate designs water distribution and wastewater collection systems, develops construction documents, and conducts site visits. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, a PE license, and experience in A/E/C. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching. Join a dedicated team to protect public health and the environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of related A/E/C experience.
• Experience with water and wastewater treatment projects is a plus.
• Ability to supervise and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop construction documents for water/wastewater projects.
• Conduct site visits and address construction administrative duties.
• Initiate communication with clients and internal teams.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Civil 3D

CAD

GIS

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Professional License – PE required

Tools

Civil 3D

CAD

GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Challenging and rewarding opportunities are here……are you ready?

The civil project engineering for water/wastewater utilities position is for experienced civil engineers who design water distribution and wastewater collection systems, treatment systems and other water and sewer-related projects. These projects are integral to protecting the public health, as well as the environment. Assignments may include preliminary engineering reports, utility relocations, line extensions, line replacements, pumping, storage, hydraulic modeling, treatment design, cost estimating, construction drawings, technical specifications, bidding administration and construction administration. The right candidate will have the skills and experience to address the following tasks:

• Develop construction documents utilizing best practices, calculations and other engineering skills to support indicated scope, schedule, budget and client expectations
• Utilize your knowledge of codes, rules and regulations that apply to each project type
• Research and investigate technical data, as well as prepare reports, permit and funding applications
• Conduct site visits and address RFIs pay applications, punch lists and other construction administrative duties
• Initiate communication with clients, consultants and internal design team
• Ability to supervise and mentor junior staff and lead small projects
• Assist project manager and marketing with building proposals, schedules and budgets
• Attend conferences and actively participate in professional organizations
• Support project manager with invoicing, progress reports, close-out data, etc.
• Assist clients with unforeseen needs that can help advance projects or initiatives

The right skills…for your success!

We’re looking for candidates with the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering or other related Engineering degree from an accredited college or university
• Professional License – PE required
• Minimum of four years of related A/E/C experience
• Proficient with Civil 3D, CAD, GIS and Office tools; be open to learn specialty software
• Experience with water and wastewater treatment projects is a plus, but not a requirement
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to thrive on a team
• Ability to embody our brand by treating clients and employees with courtesy and respect

Work is primarily performed in an office environment with occasional travel to project sites for construction review and contract administration. Fieldwork involves exposure to weather, traffic and loud noise and requires extensive walking over uneven surfaces and various terrains.

Project engineers represent the core of our approach to providing design solutions to clients. They are at the center of the analysis, due diligence, troubleshooting and development of solutions that grow and maintain infrastructure for clients.

Benefits and Compensation

Supporting our competitive pay, our compensation packages can also include 401(k) contribution match, spot bonuses, performance-based incentive pay, and our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Benefits can provide peace of mind to focus on your career, so our packages typically include medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability insurance, paid holidays, paid time off for sick & vacation leave, paid time off for eligible volunteer service, and more.

Equal Opportunity

Keck & Wood, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in hiring based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information or any other classifications protected under federal, state or local law. We ensure nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources, at 678-417-4000 or [e-mail].