Senior Water Treatment Designer

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world! We are seeking a Senior Water Treatment Designer with 10-20 years of progressive experience in the project management and planning of water treatment facility upgrade and rehabilitation projects, and in the operation of water treatment facilities and treatment systems. This role involves working on municipal and industrial water treatment projects. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, project management skills, and the ability to mentor junior staff.

Requirements

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited program
• 10–20 years of progressive experience in water and wastewater system planning, operation, maintenance and construction.
• Familiarity with both surface water and groundwater public water systems
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities.
• Valid Class 1 Waterworks Operator license in Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee water treatment projects from concept through construction.
• Prepare and monitor project budgets, schedules, and deliverables to ensure timely and cost-effective completion.
• Provide construction-phase services, including attending pre-bid meetings, reviewing submittments, and resolving technical issues.
• Serve as project lead and coordinate technical tasks across multidisciplinary teams.
• Mentor and train junior engineers and support staff.
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, and interviews.
• Assist in preparing technical proposals and developing innovative design approaches.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule options
• Competitive salary
• Leave accrual and paid holidays
• Healthcare benefits
• Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental and maternity leave benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior