Project Engineer - Water Resources

OHM • Livonia, MI

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About The Position

As a Project Engineer in the Environmental and Water Resources Group (EWRG), you will lead technical tasks associated with a range of water resources projects across the State of Michigan. The EWRG is a diverse 50+ person team looking for an experienced engineer with a passion for water resources. EWRG works on a variety of water, wastewater, and stormwater projects including modeling of distribution and collection systems, asset management, stream restoration, green infrastructure, and a range of facility designs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or related field required.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressively increasing responsibility experience in water resources.
• State of Michigan Professional Engineer license required.
• Familiarity with hydraulic/hydrologic modeling of water distribution, wastewater, stormwater systems.
• Experience with aging and complex water and wastewater infrastructure design considerations in Michigan.
• Experience in stormwater/water/wastewater infrastructure assessment, land planning, sustainability, design, and implementation in Michigan.
• Experience mentoring and empowering engineers newer in their career.

Nice To Haves

• Proficient understanding of asset management and pipeline design hydraulics, inspection, condition assessment, and repair/rehabilitation design.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer skills associated with Microsoft Word, Excel; AutoCAD and/or Revit, Bluebeam or other PDF software, and scheduling software, such as MS Project.
• Demonstrated ability to take the initiative to solve challenging problems.
• Self-directed and ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise and mentoring on projects, within your area of expertise.
• Lead and support studies, reports, design and construction of water distribution systems, sewage collection, storage facilities, control vaults, pumping stations, booster stations, water and wastewater treatment, stormwater systems, and green infrastructure.
• Develop work plans, schedules, and budgets for Project Managers as it relates to technical tasks of a Scope of Service.
• Perform QC as it relates to your technical expertise.
• Stay abreast of and maintain an expertise in industry specific standards, codes, permit agency requirements and community requirements.
• Effectively communicate project goals, alternatives, recommendations, and outcomes to project team, client and public.
• Anticipate project issues, including advising the client on alternatives and providing recommendations for solving issues.
• Develop, train, and mentor teams for their growth and development.

Benefits

• BCBSM Medical, Dental and Vision
• Company Profit Sharing
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contribution
• Paid professional association membership
• Tuition & Certification Expense reimbursement
• Volunteer Service Leave
• 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees