Senior Water & Wastewater Construction Engineer

Stantec; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 107,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a highly motivated Resident Engineer in the Boston area to lead large water and wastewater pump stations, treatment plants, and force mains within long‑term conveyance programs. The role demands field and office work, supervision of staff, and coordination with design teams.

You will oversee construction phase activities, ensure safety and compliance, and manage contractor performance on diverse water projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Minimum of ten years’ experience on projects showing increasing responsibility.
• Minimum of five years in a construction management role of water and wastewater related projects.
• CCM certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical supervision for the construction phase of projects across sewer, stormwater, and water/wastewater facilities.
• Supervise staff, develop management plans, track career progress, mentor, and approve timesheets.
• Manage inspection staff and deliver daily inspector reports per client requirements.
• Coordinate with design teams and respond to RFIs; review shop drawings.
• Primarily responsible for construction contract administration and quality management.
• Ensure site safety, permit compliance, and coordination with other agencies.
• Understand dewatering, backfilling, compaction of trenches, restoration, and related construction activities.
• Provide constructability/practicality review of plans and changes.
• Oversee records, reports, and deliverables; monitor contractor performance and responsiveness.
• Maintain strong relationships with contractors to meet project goals.
• Manage contractor payment processes and advise on adjustments as needed.

Skills

Multi-discipline team management

Prioritization & multi-tasking

Water & wastewater project experience

Verbal & written communication

OSHA training

Confined Space Entry certification

Valid driver’s license

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Project

Adobe

AutoCAD (beneficial)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

CCM certification preferred

Tools

Adobe

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Project

AutoCAD (beneficial)

Job description

Stantec is seeking a highly motivated Resident Engineer in the Boston area to lead large water and wastewater pump stations, treatment plants, and force mains within long‑term conveyance programs. The role demands field and office work, supervision of staff, and coordination with design teams.

You will oversee construction phase activities, ensure safety and compliance, and manage contractor performance on diverse water projects.