Principal Water Treatment Design Engineer/Manager

ArcadisLos Angeles, CA
$170,000 - $220,000Onsite

About The Position

Arcadis is currently searching for a Principal Water Treatment Design Engineer/Manager to join our Resilience Water Business in Southern California. The Design Manager will utilize their expertise and technical knowledge of Water / Wastewater evaluations, design & construction to serve as a Project Manager and Client Manager on local projects. This is a ‘hands-on’ role with an expectation of leading projects, managing staff, and participating in business development activities.

Requirements

  • 12 years’ of relevant experience.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or a related field of study.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer in California.

Nice To Haves

  • 15 or more years of progressively responsible experience in the water and wastewater industry.
  • Master’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or an MBA.
  • Experience with the design and construction administration of water and wastewater treatment facilities.
  • Proven ability to prepare, review, and approve engineering drawings, specifications, schedules, and cost estimates.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
  • Additional certifications such as a Water/Wastewater Operator License, Project Management Professional (PMP), or LEED/ENV SP credential.
  • Active involvement in local, state, or national professional organizations and industry associations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the planning, design, and construction of municipal water/wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, stormwater systems, and water distribution/collection systems.
  • Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, cost estimates, and overall project delivery to ensure successful execution on time and within budget.
  • Support business development efforts, cultivate client relationships, and represent Arcadis through participation in industry associations, conferences, presentations, and leadership activities.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams, supervise technical staff, mentor junior engineers and designers, and contribute to the growth of team capabilities.
  • Prepare and oversee complete engineering and construction deliverables, perform complex engineering analyses, and maintain Arcadis standards and specifications for municipal water/wastewater projects.

Benefits

  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • EAP
  • 401K
  • STD
  • LTD
  • AD&D
  • life insurance
  • paid parental leave
  • reward & recognition program
  • wellbeing benefits
  • adoption assistance
  • tuition reimbursement
  • nine paid holidays
  • 20 days PTO that accrue per year
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