Water/Wastewater Infrastructure Engineer

Whitman, Requardt and Associates, LLP; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave accrual and paid holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental and maternity leave benefits

Job summary

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP in Pittsburgh seeks an experienced Water/Wastewater Infrastructure Engineer with 5–10 years of design and construction experience to lead projects and mentor staff.

The role involves planning, design oversight, budget control, and preparation of technical proposals, with opportunities to serve as project design lead on major water and sewer infrastructure assignments.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in Civil Engineering required.
• 5–10 years of progressive water/wastewater design and construction experience.
• PA PE license or ability to obtain via comity within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee water/wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Develop and monitor budgets; ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Participate in construction phase and pre-bid activities.
• Lead project planning through closeout and client negotiations.
• Support proposals and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Water/wastewater design

Project management

Mentoring staff

Education

ABET-accredited BS Civil Engineering

PA PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

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 an experienced Water/Wastewater Infrastructure Engineer with 5 to 10 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. Construction phase experience is desired. Experience in pipeline design and rehabilitation, water storage tanks, and pumping stations is a plus.

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. Candidates 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 infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and monitor project budgets, successfully manage and deliver projects on time and on budget, while meeting quality requirements. Control 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:

• Must have a bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or other related field from an ABET accredited program
• Must have 5-10 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.
• P.E., registered in the State of Pennsylvania, or ability to become registered through comity from another state within 6 months required

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 $90,000.00 - $185,000.00. 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 basis without 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)