Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater

Wharton Smith Inc • Sanford, FL

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About The Position

Wharton-Smith, Inc. is currently seeking both experienced and entry level Project Engineers to work in the Water/Wastewater Division in the Sanford, FL area. The successful candidate will be responsible for interface with the estimating department (Project Engineers will gain/enhance experience in estimating), Project Assistants (administrative functions are required to complete many assigned tasks) and the Project Superintendent as well as the Project Manager on construction management related tasks necessary to construct water/wastewater facilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or other relevant degree.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• 1-2 years of experience through an internship in a related field, or project management/engineering is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties related to the construction management of water and wastewater treatment facilities and pump stations for local municipalities as part of their capital improvement programs.
• Develop Purchase Order and Subcontractor Scopes of Work to facilitate project buyout.
• Coordinating with Subcontractors and Vendors throughout the project.
• Identify and draft RFIs to the Owner or Engineer.
• Maintain and update project schedules using P6 scheduling software.
• Prepare, review and process shop drawings.
• Long lead equipment procurement and tracking
• Material purchasing and expediting for our self-perform work.
• Maintain and update project logs (i.e. Submittal Log, RFI log, etc.).
• Maintain as-built record drawings.
• Collect and assemble O&M materials.
• Document distribution.
• Value engineering design and proposals.
• Visits project sites to monitor progress and mange quality conformance to the plans and specifications.
• Coordinate and facilitate process equipment and full plant startup activities.
• Provide the Project Manager with support and accurate information to maximize project management effectiveness.

Benefits

• Wharton-Smith offers competitive compensation based on experience.
• Matching 401k
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance offered.
• PTO includes Vacation, Personal time, sick time, Bereavement and Holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement, LinkedIn Learning, and other training materials available.
• Employee appreciation events at major theme parks, recreation sports activities for all employees, and community outreach opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees