Project Engineer, Water Conveyance & Stormwater

Gresham Smith; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Generous PTO

Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401(k) with company match

Disability & Life Insurance

Parental leave

Transit program

Telemedicine & EAP

Job summary

Gresham Smith is seeking a mid-level Project Engineer for our Alabama and Georgia offices. You will plan, design, and evaluate water and wastewater conveyance and utility projects, working with a team to deliver high-quality results that support thriving communities.

Join a people-first culture with opportunities for growth, client interaction, and leadership in projects that shape infrastructure. This role emphasizes collaboration, technical excellence, and clear communication with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• P.E. licensure is required.
• Minimum of 6 years of water/wastewater conveyance engineering experience in a consultant capacity for local government/municipal or industrial clients.
• Working knowledge of local and state design codes and standards.
• Detailed civil design experience for water and wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, and conveyance systems.
• Proficient with MS Office, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Civil 3D, REVIT, and hydraulic/stormwater/process modeling software.
• Excellent written and oral communication with ability to lead and deliver persuasive presentations to build client confidence.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and evaluate water and wastewater conveyance and utility projects, including relocations.
• Support study and design projects, including collection, conveyance, pumping, treatment, and distribution systems, and environmental compliance.
• Perform hydraulic modeling, including stormwater H&H, gravity pipe/open channel flow, and pressure systems for water distribution and wastewater mains.
• Prepare design calculations, technical reports, specifications, and opinions of probable construction cost.
• Support construction through field visits, submittal reviews, and coordination with contractors.
• Maintain client relationships and contribute to on-time, high-quality project delivery.
• Prepare and review engineering drawings and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

P.E. licensure

Civil design experience

Written and verbal communication

Client presentations

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil/Environmental/Chemical Eng

Tools

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Civil 3D

REVIT

Hydraulic modeling

MS Office

Job description

Gresham Smith is seeking a mid-level Project Engineer for our Alabama and Georgia offices. You will plan, design, and evaluate water and wastewater conveyance and utility projects, working with a team to deliver high-quality results that support thriving communities.

Join a people-first culture with opportunities for growth, client interaction, and leadership in projects that shape infrastructure. This role emphasizes collaboration, technical excellence, and clear communication with stakeholders.