Water Resources Lead

Horrocks; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401(k) match

Professional development

Licensure support

Job summary

Horrocks is seeking a Lead Professional Engineer for Water Resources in Las Vegas, NV. You will lead multi-discipline teams on sizable water system projects, ensuring design excellence and client satisfaction.

The role requires a PE license, BS in Civil Engineering, and 8+ years in water facilities engineering. Proficiency with Civil3D and AutoCAD Civil 3D is preferred, along with strong communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineering License.
• 8+ years in water facilities engineering, design or construction.
• Ability to manage engineering, design or construction projects.
• Proficiency in Civil3D preferred; MS Office essential.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, 2D Modeling, and related software.

Responsibilities

• Lead a project team of engineers, designers, and field personnel on water systems.
• Coordinate meetings with project stakeholders.
• Coordinate with office management and other project managers to share resources.
• Assist in proposal preparation including scope, schedule, and budget for new projects.
• Interface with state and local agencies.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and solve engineering and construction issues.
• Prepare, review, and/or approve proposals, contracts, or cost estimates.
• Lead efforts to complete projects on time and within budget.
• Coordinate design activities to meet specifications, codes, and client requirements.
• Prepare reports and studies presenting technical information clearly.
• Perform independent reviews of work including calculations and drawings.
• Take ownership of projects from start to finish.

Skills

Project management

Water resources engineering

Leadership

Client interaction

Communication

Budget management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineering License

Tools

Civil3D

AutoCAD Civil 3D

2D Modeling

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

Department: Community Infrastructure

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Unmatched Comp Time Policy: Hours worked over 40 in a week can be reimbursed as additional pay at an equivalent hourly rate or banked as additional PTO.

At Horrocks, we believe the best work comes from companies with values, that our people are our greatest resource, and that we have a responsibility to the communities where we live and work. As a Lead Professional Engineer for Water Resources, you will have the opportunity to be involved in large, multi-discipline projects while developing diverse skill sets.

What are the core responsibilities for the role?

• Lead a project team consisting of engineers, designers, and field personnel involved in the design, modification, analysis, and constructability of water systems
• Coordinate and conduct meetings with project stakeholders
• Coordinate with office management and other project managers to share resources
• Assist in proposal preparation including oral presentations. Also prepare the scope, schedule, and budget for new projects
• Interface with clients including state and local agencies
• Work on challenging assignments that include investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of engineering and construction-related issues
• Prepare, review, and/or approve proposals, contracts, or cost estimates
• Negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with sub-consultants, and clients
• Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
• Coordinate design activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements
• Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements
• Perform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations and drawing preparation
• Take ownership of projects from start to finish

Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Degree
• Professional Engineering License
• 8+ years of experience in the water facilities engineering, design or construction fields
• Ability to manage engineering, design or construction projects
• Proficiency in Civil3D preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required
• Knowledge and experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, 2D Modeling, and other applicable software
• Solid organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact with clients and multi-discipline team members.
• Willingness to work on projects locally or in workshare with other offices
• Possess a proven history of meeting project deadlines and budgets
• Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Why would a candidate want this job?

At Horrocks, you can expect a competitive base salary and award-winning benefits. Including, but not limited to:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%
• Professional development opportunities including in-house training
• Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure

For more information, visit our website at www.horrocks.com

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status