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Water/Wastewater Engineer

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Job Description

Water/Wastewater Senior Project Engineer


A full-time Senior Project Engineer is needed to join an established Water/Wastewater team . This role involves planning, design, and oversight of municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects, with opportunities to lead and mentor junior engineers.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Work within multidisciplinary teams in the planning, design, and construction of wastewater treatment project
  • Develop preliminary designs, cost estimates, and construction documents
  • Project scoping and budgeting
  • Regulatory and technical permit preparation
  • Lead project coordination with clients and stakeholders
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
  • PE license required
  • 5 years of experience within water/wastewater
  • Strong knowledge of water/wastewater systems and regulatory standards
  • Prior Project Management experience preferred
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, BIM, and AutoCAD, Civil3D; strong problem-solving and planning skills
What’s Offered:
  • Competitive compensation and benefits
  • Career growth and leadership opportunities
  • Supportive team environment

Eligibility: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.


My name is Jennifer Lefforge and I place professionals at all levels across the country. To confidentially discuss the next step in your career, I encourage you to contact me at View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email at View email address on click.appcast.io .


All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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