Project Engineer - Wastewater Treatment (Construction)

Metric Geo; North Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Construction Project Engineer to join their team. This role involves supporting project management efforts, coordinating with various stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with design specifications. Ideal candidates will bring 3-5 years of experience in the water/wastewater sector, showcasing strong communication skills and a detail-oriented approach. The company offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on quality and innovation in infrastructure projects, making it a rewarding opportunity for professionals looking to advance their careers in construction.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Life/AD&D Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage

Accident and Critical Illness Coverage

Company-Paid Holidays and Vacation

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in water/wastewater treatment plant construction.
• Detail-oriented with strong planning and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to Project Manager and stakeholders.
• Prepare submittals and coordinate with subcontractors.
• Ensure contractor compliance with design documents.

Skills

Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Design

Project Management

Communication Skills

Field Operations

Utility Design

Planning and Design

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

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Metric Geo are currently seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Construction Project Engineer for a prominent general contractor based in Tennessee. With a specialization in water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, commercial, and industrial construction, the contractor takes pride in delivering high-quality projects to their clients. This role is based in the Greensboro, North Carolina region.

Job Summary:

The ideal candidate should have previous experience with a General Contractor involved in both self-performing and subcontracting construction and/or rehabilitation of existing water/wastewater treatment plants.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide field office support to Project Manager, Superintendent, Foreman, Owner, Engineer, and other project stakeholders.
• Prepare and review submittals, RFIs (Requests for Information), and coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Have a strong understanding of field operations and preferably a background in heavy civil construction.
• Manage contractor information, including maintaining tracking logs, documenting deliverables, establishing project files (hard and electronic), and tracking action items.
• Coordinate and attend progress meetings and construction meetings.
• Create and distribute meeting agendas, meeting notes, and spreadsheets for O&M (Operations and Maintenance) manuals, spare parts, training, testing, and supporting documentation.
• Draft pre-construction meeting notices and agendas.
• Log and distribute project information and pre-construction submittals from project participants.
• Oversee and ensure contractor compliance with design documents, contract drawings, and specifications.

Qualifications and Skills:

• 3-5 years of experience, preferably in a consulting engineering environment in the water and wastewater discipline, with a focus on utility design work including pipe, treatment plant, tank, and pump station design.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to conduct effective client presentations and prepare written reports.
• Experience working with Municipal clients.
• Progressive experience in planning, design, permitting, and construction administration of infrastructure improvements.
• Physical ability to perform work in the field.
• Detail-oriented team player with strong planning and organizational skills.
• High school graduation or recipient of a GED is required; graduation from a two/four-year college or technical school with an emphasis on civil engineering, construction, and water/wastewater management is preferred.
• Experience in water/wastewater facilities administration is required.

Benefits and Perks:

The contractor offers the following benefits and perks:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage.
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
• Life/AD&D insurance.
• Short and Long-Term Disability coverage.
• Accident and Critical Illness coverage.
• Company-paid holidays and vacation.

If you are an experienced Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Construction Project Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, we invite you to apply.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management

• Industries

  Construction

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