Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP

$160K — $240K *
Energy & Utilities
15+ years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
  • 16+ years of experience in water/wastewater system planning, design, and construction
  • Experience with water transmission systems and sanitary sewer system design and rehabilitation
  • Possess a P.E. license in Virginia or ability to obtain it
  • Construction phase experience is favorable

Responsibilities

  • Manage and oversee water/wastewater project designs and delivery.
  • Lead design office operations in Tidewater Virginia region.
  • Develop proposals and presentations to secure new projects.
  • Monitor project budgets and ensure timely delivery while meeting quality standards.
  • Engage in the construction phase, including evaluations and contract prep.
  • Participate in key pre-project presentations and interviews.
  • Drive project planning from initiation through to completion and closeout.

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule options
  • Leave accrual and paid holidays
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits
  • Life insurance and short/long-term disability insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Parental and maternity leave benefits
Full Job Description
We are currently seeking an experienced Water/wastewater engineer to join our team in our Newport News, VA location. 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.
  • Manage and oversee design office in Tidewater Virginia.
  • Identify, pursue and prepare proposals and presentations to obtain new 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 or Environmental Engineering from an ABET accredited program
  • 16+ Years of progressive experience in water and wastewater system planning, design and construction, including water and wastewater facilities, water transmission systems, water storage tanks, pumping stations, force mains, and the evaluation, design and rehabilitation of sanitary sewer systems
  • Construction phase experience is desired
  • Must have a P.E. license, registered in the the Commonwealth of Virginia, or ability to become registered through comity from another state within 6 months

Benefits:

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:
  • Flexible work schedule options
  • Competitive salary
  • Leave accrual and paid holidays
  • Healthcare benefits
  • 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

The expected compensation range for this position is $160,000.00 - $240,000.00. 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.

Position #: 3298

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