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Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP
Water/Wastewater Engineer
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What they do
A Water or Wastewater Engineer specializes in the treatment and management of contaminated water. Designs sewage systems and water treatment plants.
$97,809 / year median in Delaware
+8% projected growth
Job Description
at Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP in Wilmington, Delaware, United States Job Description At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 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 a 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 water and wastewater facilities, 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. Successful candidate should demonstrate excellent oral and written communications skills, as well as presentation skills, and the ability to mentor and train younger engineering staff.
Must be a Professional Engineer (PE), registered in the State of Delaware, or ability to become registered through comity from another state within 6 months.
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.Requirements:
Must have a bachelor of science degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering Must have 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.Must be a Professional Engineer (PE), registered in the State of Delaware, or ability to become registered through comity from another state within 6 months.