Water/WW Project Engineer

CHA Consulting, Inc. • Wilmington, DE

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About The Position

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Water/Wastewater Project Engineer to join our Water/Wastewater Team in Wilmington, DE or Bethlehem, PA. In this role, you’ll play a vital part in delivering sustainable water and wastewater systems that enhance public health and environmental quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive engineering experience; minimum of 4 years of project management experience required
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Expert knowledge of the respective engineering discipline with a proven ability to apply best practices
• Advanced proficiency in engineering, computational, and modeling software (Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.)
• Strong understanding of QA/QC procedures, business practices, and engineering laws
• Strong skills in project accounting, budgeting, and financial management
• Proven ability to prepare proposals, project plans, authorizations, and closeout documents
• Experience interpreting client contracts and managing multiple projects simultaneously with demonstrated success in managing client relationships
• Articulate communicator who adapts messaging for diverse audiences
• Proficiency in MS Office required; knowledge of Deltek Vision, MS Project, or Primavera P6 is a plus
• Ability to travel as needed

Nice To Haves

• Consulting industry experience highly preferred
• Participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee every phase of water/wastewater projects, from planning to design and implementation, ensuring quality and efficiency at every step
• Build and nurture client partnerships, understanding their needs and delivering creative, cost-effective solutions
• Manage contracts, purchase orders, project documentation, and daily correspondence with clients and subcontractors
• Take charge of project financials, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash management, while ensuring timely payments and accurate reporting
• Lead monthly project review meetings, communicating progress and updates to clients, management, and project teams
• Develop and implement health and safety plans, ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements
• Embrace a “seller/doer” mindset, actively developing new business opportunities and expanding services provided

Benefits

• Advance your career in a collaborative environment that values innovation and sustainability
• Flexible work environment with opportunities for local and occasional travel
• Make a real impact by helping deliver clean water and safe wastewater solutions to communities

What This Job Offers

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