Project Engineer - Water Resources

RE/SPEC Inc.; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedules

401(k) & ESOP(with company match up to

Professional Development and Training

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

Job summary

RESPEC is seeking a Water Resource Project Engineer to join our Water market sector in Sarasota or Tampa, FL. The role involves planning, design, and specialty services for stormwater and water resources projects across public and private clients.

You will perform hydrology, hydraulics, floodplain analyses, and watershed modeling while coordinating environmental compliance and permitting. Mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with diverse teams are key aspects of the position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil or environmental engineering.
• Minimum 4 years of stormwater or water resources engineering experience.
• PE license in Florida or ability to obtain within 1 year of start date.
• Practical application of various H&H software (e.g. BMP Trains, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, HSPF, ICPR, MODRET, StormCAD, StormWise, SWMM, etc.).
• At least 3 years mentoring and leading junior engineers in technical and non-technical aspects of stormwater engineering.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be willing to travel for work.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and supervise stormwater and water resources projects.
• Conduct hydrology, hydraulics, floodplain analyses and watershed modeling.
• Coordinate environmental permitting and regulatory compliance.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Coordinate with clients and internal project teams.

Skills

Stormwater engineering

Water resources engineering

Mentoring

Project management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in civil/environmental engineering

Tools

BMP Trains

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

HSPF

ICP R

MODRET

StormCAD

StormWise

SWMM

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GIS

Job description

If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here.RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.

At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.

Job Description

RESPEC, seeks a Water Resource Project Engineer in our Water market sector, located in our Sarasota or Tampa, FL locations.

As a Project Engineer you will be involved with all types of planning, design, and specialty services relating to the stormwater and water resources engineering field. Projects often involve hydrology, hydraulics, floodplain analyses, community improvements, environmental compliance and permitting, infrastructure resiliency, stormwater engineering, and watershed modeling for our public and private sector clients.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, or a related engineering field
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in stormwater or water resources engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida, or ability to obtain Florida licensure within 1 year of start date
• Practical application of various H&H software (e.g. BMP Trains, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, HSPF, ICPR, MODRET, StormCAD, StormWise, SWMM, etc.)
• At least 3 years of experience in the following:
  • Mentoring and leading junior engineers in technical and non-technical aspects of stormwater engineering
• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record; position requires operating a company or personal vehicle during work hours for business-related travel

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 3-5 years of experience in the following:
  • Practical knowledge of developing and guiding construction plan preparation
  • Providing engineering services in Manatee, Sarasota Counties, and surrounding counties
  • Environmental resource and civil site permitting
  • Successful delivery of water resources and civil engineering planning studies, designs, and construction documents
  • AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GIS

Additional Information

Compensation: Salary depends on experience and expertise. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package.RESPEC is a 100 percent employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after a qualifying period.

Featured benefits:

• Flexible Work Schedules
• 401(k) & ESOP(with company match up to 4%)
• Professional Development and Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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