Sr. Water/Wastewater Utility Engineer

Ayres Associates Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Short and long-term disability and life insurance

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

401K with company match

PTO upon hire

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Ayres Associates Inc. is seeking a Senior Utility Engineer in Tampa, Florida, with expertise in managing water/wastewater utility projects. The role involves leading marketing opportunities, project management, and mentoring staff while ensuring high-quality standards.

Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, be a registered PE in Florida, and have over 8 years of relevant experience. The company offers robust benefits including health insurance, PTO, and a flexible work schedule.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in the field of water/wastewater utility design and construction.
• Ability to independently manage small to medium size projects.
• Proven business development expertise focused on identifying, pursuing, and winning projects.

Responsibilities

• Take the lead in identifying marketing opportunities and win projects.
• Manage projects and ensure work is produced on schedule and profitably.
• Support in the development and mentorship of staff.

Skills

Water/wastewater utility design

Project management

Business development

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Registered professional engineer (PE) in Florida

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

Our Southeast division is seeking a senior utility engineer with a proven track record of managing and successfully executing water/wastewater utility projects for city/county/local governments. This position desires an entrepreneurial mindset to grow our municipal engineering practice in the state of Florida and contribute towards our national practice in the area.

The successful candidate will have expertise in utility design, water/wastewater collection systems, and utility relocation projects, with experience in conflict resolution, utility agreements, permitting and utility construction management.

Join Ayres – a USA TODAY Top Workplace recognized in both 2025 and 2026 – where people-first leadership, collaboration, and professional growth create an environment where great teams do their best work.

Responsibilities

• Take the lead in identifying marketing opportunities and work collaboratively to win projects from city, county, and municipal governments.
• Manage projects, oversee design and production of plans and specifications, and ensure that the work is produced on schedule, profitably, and in conformance with the quality standards of Ayres. Associates and requirements of the contract.
• Build and maintain respectful working relationships with PMs and other leaders within the company.
• Support and participate in the development and mentorship of staff.
• Actively engage in professional organizations.

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited university.
• Registered professional engineer (PE) in Florida.
• 8+ years of experience in the field of water/wastewater utility design and construction.
• Ability to independently manage small to medium size projects.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D. MicroStation experience a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Proven business development expertise focused on identifying, pursuing, and winning projects.
• A valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Desired Skills and Experiences

• Familiarity with clients in the Tampa Bay Area.
• Comfort with projects related to utility relocation in roadway construction.
• Familiarity with FDOT standards.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision Insurance.
• Short and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and 401K with company match.
• PTO upon hire, paid holidays including two floating holidays, and a flexible work schedule.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

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