Water Main Project Engineer

Louisville Water Company; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisville Water Company seeks an engineer to design, specify, and prepare plans for distribution projects and to oversee construction and inspections. You will prepare KY Pipe models to confirm Division of Water requirements with engineering designs.

The role involves reviewing submittals, developing watermain layouts, and preparing contracts for extensions, while ensuring compliance with ordinances and procurement procedures.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree (Civil/Mechanical/Environmental) with ABET accreditation or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of water line design, inspection, or related civil engineering experience.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Design, manage, and oversee distribution extension projects.
• Review submittals and prepare watermain layouts per Decreed Order.
• Prepare contracts for developer main extensions and oversee project execution.
• Provide technical reviews of relocation plans and civil engineering design.
• Assist in developing project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Coordinate internally with operations/maintenance and planning and externally with utilities and agencies.
• Prepare plans, specs, and cost estimates for projects; manage changes and budget.
• Ensure contract documents meet technical standards and procurement rules.
• Resolve technical, contractual, and customer service issues efficiently.

Skills

Reading engineering plans

KY Pipe Models

Microsoft Excel

Visual Basic

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Project

Access

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree (Civil/Mechanical/Environmental)

Tools

KY Pipe Models

Microsoft Excel

Visual Basic

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Project

Access

Job description

Louisville Water Company seeks an engineer to design, specify, and prepare plans for distribution projects and to oversee construction and inspections. You will prepare KY Pipe models to confirm Division of Water requirements with engineering designs.

The role involves reviewing submittals, developing watermain layouts, and preparing contracts for extensions, while ensuring compliance with ordinances and procurement procedures.