Civil Engineer - Water/Wastewater Leader

LaBella Associates•Richmond, VA

About The Position

LaBella is seeking a catalyzing addition to our Water/Wastewater Team to be located in our Richmond, Virginia office. This individual will provide leadership and work closely with the water/wastewater design team and other discipline team members. The chosen candidate will be responsible for technical contribution to and oversight of projects, as well as project and client management. They will also be involved in business development activities such as client outreach and responding to RFQs, all with the full support and mentorship of senior discipline leadership. Duties Leverage existing client relationships, and seek out and pursue new ones to further expand the discipline in the target geography. Lead projects with technical acuity, efficient management and above all, excellence in client service. Prepare scopes of work, budget, and schedule, and internally manage these during performance of the work. Provide assistance in developing design concepts and potential alternatives. Provide regular oversight and guidance to water/wastewater team members. Assist clients with construction procurement. Support projects in construction, including office administration and field observation oversight. Assist with water and wastewater permitting, and project financing. Be actively involved in local, state, or national professional associations. Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below. LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
Minimum of 10 to 15 years’ experience
Professional Engineer license in Virginia
Proven track record of developing good working relationships with municipal clients.
Project management and leadership experience on various sized projects.
Effective communication skills using oral, graphic, and written forms.
Ability to travel to project sites and meet with utility staff to discuss technical matters.
Ability to manage multiple projects and budgets simultaneously.

Responsibilities

Leverage existing client relationships, and seek out and pursue new ones to further expand the discipline in the target geography.
Lead projects with technical acuity, efficient management and above all, excellence in client service.
Prepare scopes of work, budget, and schedule, and internally manage these during performance of the work.
Provide assistance in developing design concepts and potential alternatives.
Provide regular oversight and guidance to water/wastewater team members.
Assist clients with construction procurement.
Support projects in construction, including office administration and field observation oversight.
Assist with water and wastewater permitting, and project financing.
Be actively involved in local, state, or national professional associations.