Office Engineer - Water - Puerto Rico

Black & Veatch Corporation; Guaynabo (PR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & Veatch is seeking an Office Engineer specializing in Water/Wastewater Infrastructure to join our on-site team in Guaynabo, PR. You will support construction coordinators, manage documentation, and help deliver safe, compliant projects.

The ideal candidate holds a civil engineering degree with 5+ years in construction management for water/wastewater, demonstrates strong communication, and may hold PE/EIT, PMP, or CCM credentials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• PE/EIT or similar license is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of construction management experience on water/wastewater projects.
• Strong communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Construction Coordinator with project tasks and meetings.
• Attend site visits and summarize findings for CC.
• Prepare and review Weekly Progress Reports.
• Develop project One-Pagers and coordinate quality checks.
• Create PowerPoint changes and project updates.
• Track compliance logs (Buy American, AIS, BABA) and test results.
• Assist with schedule reviews and data validation.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Project Management

Communication

PE/EIT License

PMP/CCM

Water/Wastewater Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

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Office Engineer - Water - Puerto Rico

Date: Aug 26, 2026

Location:

Guaynabo, PR, PR

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

At Black & Veatch, our employee-owners go beyond the project. For over a century, we have been breaking down social, economic and geographic barriers by making life's critical resources accessible to all. Working with us, you will help provide critical expertise as we, along with our valued clients, deliver solutions that positively impact communities around the world. Our professionals are our greatest asset, and we believe nothing is more important than the health, happiness and professional growth of our employee-owners. With a focus on flexible work-life balance options, an expanding and diverse workforce, and limitless career growth opportunities, we will give you our best to help yougive us your best, and together we can build a world of difference.

Opportunity Type :Staff

Contract Hire Only for this Project :No

Why Black and Veatch

Join the Black & Veatch Construction team and build with pride. As a 100% employee‑owned company, every role matters — you own your work, your impact, and your future. We lead with care, and safety is non‑negotiable and embedded into every role, site and decision, ensuring our teams return home safe, every day.

From field engineering to project management to quality and startup, you’ll work with cutting‑edge technology, learn from seasoned experts, and grow through real‑world, hands‑on experience. With a strong backlog across power, water, grid, and industrial markets, you’ll have the stability to grow and the opportunity to shape what comes next.

Job Summary

By joining our BV Construction group, you will have the ability to develop and enhance your skills in an on‑site, hands‑on environment. We are committed to providing our construction professionals with expert training, career development, and career advancement to allow for continuous professional development. Our management is committed to the latest advances in technology, above class support and sustainability to bring our clients the best service in safety, quality, and final product. Functions in our group include safety, project field management, construction management, quality control, start up and decommissioning and field engineering

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Office Engineer specializing in Water/Wastewater Infrastructure to provide technical support to our staff of Construction Coordinators in the field. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, along with a proven track record of successfully managing complex construction projects within this sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to the Construction Coordinator (CC) in project tasks, such as:
  • Data gathering for project correspondence, claims, change orders, etc.
  • Participation in meetings and minutes preparation and/or revision (if needed).
  • Get deeply prepared and knowledgeable of the project scope, critical activities, potential issues, in order to represent the Construction Coordinator in meetings when necessary.
  • Be Accountable and OWN your own project.
• Conduct site visits in coordination with the CC to monitor ongoing work, support inspection oversight, and provide a short summary of site visit findings.
• Follow up and quality check on Weekly Progress Reports.
• Develop and update project One-Pagers (coordinate quality check w/ CC)
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations for Change Orders and project updates
• Review and track compliance logs (Buy American, AIS, BABA)
• Monitor project test results logs (rebar, concrete, compaction, water pressure, disinfection, infiltration/exfiltration, etc.)
• Perform quality control checks of inspection documentation and records in coordination with Document Control
• Assist with project schedule review and tracking in coordinaion with Inspection to validate data.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction management, with a focus on water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and techniques specific to water and wastewater systems.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and project management skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Professional Engineering License (PE) or Engineering In Training License (EIT) Certificate.
• Professional certifications such as PMP or CCM are a plus.
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards for water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

Minimum Qualifications

All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Physical Demands:

• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move, and Walk long distances in and around confined, cluttered places, and uneven areas.
• See and hear naturally or with correction.
• Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties.
• Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure.
• Requires repetitive movement.
• May require work above 5 feet in height.
• Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
• Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.

Work Environment:

• Typical construction site environment:
• Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions.
• Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc.
• Requires working in extremely bright or low lighting conditions
• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
• Work around hazardous equipment.
• Typical office environment.
• This position is considered a safety sensitive position.

Salary Plan

CNS: Construction Services

Job Grade

016

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