Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater

Olsson • North Kansas City, MO

77d

About The Position

Olsson offers its clients a full spectrum of water and wastewater services, including a complete line of planning, design, permitting, and construction phase services. Maintaining water quality is Olsson’s number one concern, and we can respond to a broad set of client demands in a timely and cost-effective manner. Types of wastewater projects typically include piping extensions and rehabilitation, new pump stations and rehabilitation, treatment plant rehabilitation for various types of treatment processes, and new treatment plant projects. As a Project Water/Wastewater Engineer, you will apply diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices to a broad variety of assignments and independently make decisions regarding engineering complexities on small projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• 6 or more years of industry experience, preferably in wastewater engineering.
• Must be a registered Professional Engineer (PE).
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed engineering tasks such as project design, cost estimates, and design calculations.
• Prepare project documents and adhere to project scope, schedule, and budget to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Independently perform complex assignments that require development of new and improved techniques and procedures.
• Work closely with project managers on execution of design work, report overall progress, and inform project managers of any potential challenges to ensure project goals and objectives are met.
• Attend client meetings.
• May supervise, coordinate, and review work for less experienced staff members.
• Coordinate with other Olsson technical teams, professional staff, and clients.
• Travel may be needed to job sites for observation in all types of terrain and weather conditions, as well as project sites in various stages of construction.

Benefits

• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Receive an excellent 401(k) match
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees