Senior Wastewater Engineer

Pennoni Associates Inc.; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennoni Associates Inc. in Winter Haven, FL is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead water and wastewater projects on a full-time basis. The role focuses on wastewater treatment and conveyance, with office-based responsibilities in Winter Haven.

The candidate will mentor staff, coordinate with multiple clients across the Mid-Atlantic region, and manage design, permitting, and construction support activities. A PE license is preferred and eligibility within 6 months is acceptable.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional engineering experience, preferably in water/wastewater projects.
• Eligible to obtain PE license within 6 months of start date.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of staff on multiple water/wastewater projects from design through construction support.
• Develop design criteria, parameters, and regulatory permitting for facilities.
• Prepare technical reports, cost estimates, and specifications.
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budgets to meet client requirements.
• Mentor junior staff and coordinate with team members across offices.
• Interact with clients (Pennsylvania & New Jersey focus) as needed.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Multi-tasking

Project management

Water/wastewater engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license eligibility

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Engineer to help lead our water & wastewater projects on a full-time, direct basis; this person will be expected to focus on our wastewater treatment & conveyance projects. This position will be based at our office in Winter Haven, Florida.

Our team coordinates with a variety of private Land Developers, Corporations, Municipalities, Municipal Authorities, and Transportation DOT’s/Agencies in the Mid-Atlantic Region; our staff have the opportunity to work with many different clients on a variety of projects in cooperation with team members from our other offices – this approach provides an opportunity for every employee to be involved with projects where their capabilities & expertise are needed!

This person will be expected to support various projects by performing a wide range of tasks related to water/wastewater facilities: hydraulic modeling, pump stations & booster stations, wastewater treatment, water treatment, sludge processing, water intake facilities, low-pressure sewers, regulatory permitting, and plan / report preparation.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of support staff & senior-level staff members on multiple projects to complete the design, bidding, contract administration, and construction support necessary to meet client requirements.
• Interact with multiple clients in the Mid-Atlantic region (with a focus on Pennsylvania & New Jersey) to assist with the development of design criteria / parameters for water / wastewater facilities (including treatment, conveyance, and regulatory permitting).
• Design / develop project plans as well as the associated technical reports, cost estimates, and specifications for water/wastewater treatment & conveyance projects; this will include coordination with regulatory agencies for associated permitting.
• Manage projects: this includes overseeing scope, tasks, scheduling, and budgets.
• Communicate with the team as well as with clients regarding the development / design and construction of projects.
• Perform occasional field data collection and site visits; Construction Administration services will also be required (as needed and as appropriate).
• Provide mentorship to other staff members in order to help improve the team.
• Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering-oriented discipline (preferably Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering).
• 8+ years of professional experience working in Engineering, preferably with wastewater / wet utility projects.
• PE license (we will consider candidates who are able to successfully obtain their PE within 6 months of their start date).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Management and/or Project Management experience is strongly preferred; a proven track record in effective staff management / leadership with water/wastewater projects is a plus!
• Proficiency on all standard Microsoft Office software applications (especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Excellent analytical and attention-to-detail skills.
• Proven ability to demonstrate problem-solving skills, especially when working on a variety of projects while providing solutions to difficult issues.
• Proven ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision while displaying a positive attitude.
• Excellent organizational skills, especially with a proven ability to work in a self-motivated manner while effectively multi-tasking and prioritizing multiple assignments.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written); effective consulting & technical writing skills are strongly preferred!

Why Pennoni?

At Pennoni, we're not just another multi-disciplinary engineering firm; we're a vibrant team of innovators shaping the future! Founded more than five decades ago, Pennoni is an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm where individuality sparks innovation and growth. We’re all about helping you build your career while fostering a great workplace culture – here, you'll work with supportive, talented teammates and find pride in your contributions. Join us to be part of a team that values your unique skills and drives excellence in every project!

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