Wastewater Project Engineer & Planner II

AlexRenew; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

AlexRenew is seeking an Engineer / Planner II in Alexandria, VA to manage a portfolio of wastewater planning, design, and construction projects under the Engineering Manager. You will oversee budgets, cost estimates, and technical calculations while coordinating with internal teams, consultants, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliant delivery.

The role requires a civil/environmental/chemical engineering background, 5 years of experience, and the ability to obtain a VA PE license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, sanitary, environmental, mechanical or chemical engineering.
• Five (5) years of engineering experience relating to design, construction and/or operation of wastewater systems preferred.
• Ability to obtain Virginia Professional Engineer (PE) within required years of experience desired.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Strong verbal/written communication skills, organizational skills, and ability to work well independently and in a team.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) desired.

Responsibilities

• Manages an assigned portfolio of wastewater-related CIP, IRR, and planning projects with scope, budget, schedule, and quality expectations.
• Coordinates with consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders; resolves routine issues and escalates complex issues to the Engineering Manager.
• Monitors deliverables, cost estimates, schedules, and invoices; documents performance and recommends corrective actions.
• Prepares scopes of work, cost estimates, and documentation for Engineering Manager review and approval.
• Identifies and manages project risks; develops mitigation strategies and escalates significant issues as needed.
• Supports procurement by preparing solicitation documents and evaluating proposals with the Procurement Department.
• Coordinates with Finance, Procurement, and other departments to support contracts, agreements, and task orders.
• Coordinates construction activities, field observations, inspections, commissioning, and equipment testing; tracks issues through resolution.
• Maintains project documentation in SharePoint.
• Participates in development review processes and permit meetings as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil, sanitary, environmental, mechanical or chemical engineering

Job description

AlexRenew is seeking an Engineer / Planner II in Alexandria, VA to manage a portfolio of wastewater planning, design, and construction projects under the Engineering Manager. You will oversee budgets, cost estimates, and technical calculations while coordinating with internal teams, consultants, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliant delivery.

The role requires a civil/environmental/chemical engineering background, 5 years of experience, and the ability to obtain a VA PE license.