Water/Wastewater Engineer - Mid Level

Whitman, Requardt and Associates, LLP; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave accrual and paid holidays

Group Life Insurance and optional life

Flexible spending accounts for medical

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental and maternity leave

Job summary

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP is seeking a Water/wastewater engineer with 11-15 years of progressive experience in planning, design of water and wastewater systems, and upgrading pumping stations and treatment facilities in Virginia. The candidate may independently lead technical tasks, mentor younger staff, and contribute to technical proposals.

The role requires PE licensure in Virginia (or within 6 months by comity) and a BS in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering from an

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil/Environmental or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 11–15 years of progressive water/wastewater system planning, design and construction experience.
• PE licensure in Virginia or ability to transfer via comity within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Manage, plan, and provide design oversight of water/wastewater projects.
• Prepare and monitor project budgets; ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with quality.
• Participate in construction phase, including pre-bid conferences, interpretations and post-bid evaluations.
• Participate in pre-project presentations and interviews.
• Lead project planning from procurement through closeout, monitor status and control execution.

Skills

Water/wastewater design

Project leadership

Proposal development

Mentoring

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Civil/Environmental/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world.

We are currently seeking a Water/wastewater engineer with 11-15 years of progressive experience in water and wastewater system planning, design of water and wastewater pumping stations, upgrades to pumping stations and treatment facilities. Construction phase support services experience is desired.

The successful candidate is expected to be able to independently work on technical tasks with minimum supervision, lead and coordinate technical tasks and, when appropriate, serve as the project design lead. The successful candidate is also expected to support the preparation of technical proposals in particular the development of technical approaches. Successful candidate should demonstrate excellent oral and written communications skills, as well as presentation skills, and the ability to mentor and train younger engineering staff.

Responsibilities:

• Manage, plan, and provide design oversight of water/wastewater projects.
• Prepare and monitor project budgets, successfully manage and deliver projects on time and on budget, while meeting quality requirements. Responsible for control of work-in-progress and ensure accurate client billings on projects.
• Participate in construction phase, including pre-bid conferences, interpretations and post-bid evaluations and contract preparation.
• Participate in pre-project presentations and interviews.
• Lead project planning efforts from procurement and negotiation through execution and closeout, while continuing to monitor project status and control execution to achieve project goals.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Environmental or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited program
• 11-15 years of progressive experience in water and wastewater system planning, design, and construction, including water transmission systems, force mains, and the evaluation, design and rehabilitation of sanitary sewer systems.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registered in the Commonwealth of Virginia, or ability to become registered through comity from another state within 6 months.

WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer:

• Leave accrual and paid holidays
• Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental and maternity leave benefits

WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.

The expected compensation range for this position is $140,000.00 - $215,000.00. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basiswithout the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)