Water/Wastewater Engineer

Whitman, Requardt And Associates, LLP • Pittsburgh, PA

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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 currently seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Infrastructure Engineer with 5 to 10 years of progressive experience in water and wastewater system planning, design, and construction, including water transmission systems, force mains, and the evaluation, design and rehabilitation of sanitary sewer systems. Construction phase experience is desired. Experience in pipeline design and rehabilitation, water storage tanks, and pumping stations is a plus. The successful candidate is expected to be able to independently work on technical tasks with minimum supervision, lead and coordinate technical tasks and, when appropriate, serve as the project design lead. The successful candidate is also expected to support the preparation of technical proposals, in particular the development of technical approaches. Candidates should demonstrate excellent oral and written communications skills, as well as presentation skills, and the ability to mentor and train younger engineering staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or other related field from an ABET accredited program
• 5-10 years of progressive experience in water and wastewater system planning, design, and construction, including water transmission systems, force mains, and the evaluation, design and rehabilitation of sanitary sewer systems.
• P.E., registered in the State of Pennsylvania, or ability to become registered through comity from another state within 6 months.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in pipeline design and rehabilitation, water storage tanks, and pumping stations.

Responsibilities

• Manage, plan, and provide design oversight of water/wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and monitor project budgets, successfully manage and deliver projects on time and on budget, while meeting quality requirements. Control work-in-progress and ensure accurate client billings on projects.
• Participate in construction phase, including pre-bid conferences, interpretations and post-bid evaluations and contract preparation.
• Participate in pre-project presentations and interviews.
• Lead project planning efforts from procurement and negotiation through execution and closeout, while continuing to monitor project status and control execution to achieve project goals.

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