Project Engineer III - Water/Wastewater

CPH; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401K

Paid Personal Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paternal leave

Job summary

A civil engineering firm is seeking a Project Engineer III in Water/Wastewater to join their Gainesville team. The ideal candidate should be a Florida licensed engineer with over 8 years of experience. Responsibilities include leading engineering projects, managing project deliverables, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. A strong background in hydraulic modeling and a variety of design software is vital. This position offers competitive compensation and benefits such as medical insurance and paid leave.

Qualifications

• At least 8+ years of relevant experience in a consulting engineering firm.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with environmental permitting processes.
• Proficiency with MS Office; familiarity with Deltek Vision and Smartsheet.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering projects for water, wastewater, and stormwater systems.
• Develop detailed project plans for complex water and wastewater projects.
• Act as a liaison with regulatory agencies.
• Provide advanced design expertise in hydraulic modeling and pumping systems.
• Mentor junior engineers and guide professional development.
• Collaborate with offices and manage project risks with mitigation plans.
• Support client relationships, proposals, and business growth.

Skills

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Independent work

Travel readiness

Education

B.S. in Civil/Environmental Engineering with a P.E. license in Florida

P.E. license in Florida

Tools

WaterCAD

AutoCAD

REVIT

BlueBeam

Deltek Vision

Smartsheet

BlueBeam

ICPR

SketchUp

Adobe Suite

Job description

Description

CPH is seeking a talented Project Engineer III in Water/Wastewater to join our Gainesville, FL market. This is a position for a Florida licensed engineer who possesses strong technical expertise in utility space.

Location: Gainesville, FL

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering projects by overseeing all technical and management aspects throughout the project lifecycle for water, wastewater, and stormwater systems, including design, permitting, compliance, and construction operations.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope of work, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation for complex water and wastewater projects.
• Ensure adherence to timelines and budget constraints while meeting client objectives.
• Provide advanced engineering design expertise, particularly in hydraulic modeling, treatment and storage systems, and water/sewer pumping systems.
• Lead the development of innovative solutions for transmission, distribution, collection, and storage challenges.
• Manage all phases of the project lifecycle from feasibility studies through design, permitting, construction, and close-out.
• Ensure project deliverables meet regulatory standards and best practices for water and wastewater infrastructure and comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including environmental permitting processes.
• Act as a liaison with regulatory agencies to secure necessary permits and approvals.
• Serve as a mentor to junior engineers and provide guidance to enhance technical and professional development.
• Lead and manage project teams to ensure successful project execution; travel periodically for business development, site investigations, and construction administration.
• Collaborate with project engineers in other offices and identify project risks, developing mitigation strategies to ensure continuity and successful outcomes.
• Contribute to business growth by building client relationships, supporting proposals, and demonstrating CPH expertise to potential clients.

Required Skills, Education, & Experience

• B.S. in Civil/Environmental Engineering with a P.E. license in the state of Florida; ability to obtain additional licensure via reciprocity is a plus.
• At least 8+ years of relevant experience in a consulting engineering firm.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); familiarity with Deltek Vision and Smartsheet or similar platforms.
• Experience with WaterCAD, AutoCAD, REVIT, BioWin, BlueBeam, ICPR is a plus; proficiency in REVIT, AutoCAD, SketchUp and Adobe Suite or BlueBeam is a plus.
• Ability to exercise critical thinking, independent judgment, and effective communication with clients regarding proposed solutions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task across multiple projects while adhering to schedules and budgets; flexible travel to meetings and project deadlines.
• Detail-oriented, quality-conscious, reliable, and self-motivated.

Compensation & Benefits

• Dependent upon experience.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Long-Term Disability, Company-Paid Life Insurance, and Short-Term Disability.
• 401K, Paid Personal Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Paternal Leave.

CPH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Drug Free Work Environment Employer.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Civil Engineering

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at CPH by 2x

Get notified about new Project Engineer jobs in Gainesville, FL.