JOB SUMMARY :
This position is responsible for performing and managing engineering design services related to water and sewer infrastructure, water/wastewater treatment, stormwater management, water quality retrofits, and/or stream restoration design. Stream and wetland restoration/mitigation experience is a plus. Tasks may include feasibility studies, design plans, construction documents, specification development and review, and permitting of water, sewer, and stormwater management facilities. This position may work on several concurrent projects.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Prepare design concepts and develop project plans and specifications
Conduct design analysis for projects as required
Conduct site visits/field investigations as required
Preparation of design documents
Use computer programs and spread sheets for engineering analysis and presentations
Edit word-processing documents and understand procedures for file saving, retrieving and transferring data
Maintain project files, according to company document retention guidelines
Assist with developing, monitoring, and maintaining project budgets and schedules, coordinating staff assignments as authorized by management
Assist in the development of reports including gathering and coordination of data from multiple sources, analysis of data, etc.
Development of preliminary engineering reports for wastewater collection and storage projects, including understanding of permits, land acquisition, procurement, etc.
Respond to RFIs during planning, design, and construction on impacts of changes due to construction issues
Assist with coordination and management of sewer assessment contractors
Review work supervised with Senior Project Manager or Engineer prior to signing and stamping design drawings or reports
Mentor junior staff under the direction of the Group Manager
Proposal development
Client management, effectively communicating with clients to develop collaborative solutions
Discuss project results and recommendations with clients to facilitate informed decision-making
Writing, reviewing, and providing clear, concise input to investigate, regulatory, or solutions reports
Actively engage in business development activities for the department where marketing leads are provided to the client services group and identifying additional opportunities to expand existing scopes of work
Responsible for successful completion of assigned projects
Managing deliverables to scope, schedule and budgets
Assign task(s) to other engineers or technicians
Meet and correspond with clients to obtain direction and provide feedback
Communicate with Project Manager or Group Manager regarding job process, status, difficulties, and administrative issues
Perform other duties as assigned
Required Skills
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Knowledge of Engineering concepts, theories, and practices for the area of technical specialty
Knowledge of wastewater systems modeling a plus
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent technical skills combined with an acumen for communication, consulting and client services
Required Experience
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field is required from an accredited university
7-10 years of relevant engineering experience
Minimum 8 years of technical experience in wastewater conveyance system design, rehab and management
Experience in client services management
Preferred :
Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited university is a plus
Experience in the southeast US wastewater industry
LICENSURES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND REGISTRATIONS:
Registered PE (professional engineer) in that state of the home or branch office, a plus
EIT (Engineer in Training), a plus
NASSCO (National Association of Sewer Services Companies) Certification or able to obtain in one-two months after starting
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must regularly lift/ move up to 25 pounds and infrequently lift/ move up to 50 pounds
Must be able to walk several miles in extreme weather conditions
Stand, walk, use of hand finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls
Reach with hands and arms
Talk and hear
Sit, climb/ balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Regularly works in varying outside weather conditions where noise levels can be loud
Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and exposed to fumes and airborne particles
CORPORATE ENVIRONMENTAL RISK MANAGEMENT, L.L.C. is a Certified Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, and/or disability. C.E.R.M. will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background, credit check, and drug screen.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Knowledge of Engineering concepts, theories, and practices for the area of technical specialty
Knowledge of wastewater systems modeling a plus
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent technical skills combined with an acumen for communication, consulting and client services