Senior, Project Delivery Engineer
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Primary Role The Senior, Project Delivery Engineer is responsible for various project delivery focused engineering tasks for water and wastewater utility system capital projects, such as scope and budget confirmation, design, project management, and construction phase activities. Responsibilities may also include technical partnering and supervision over consulting engineers, contractors, technicians, and/or CAD operators.
Key Accountabilities
Lead and manage water and wastewater engineering projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. Establish project budget and scope. Develop detailed project plans, designs, and specifications for water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including pipelines, treatment plants, and pumping stations. Ability to serve as a competent technical resource on Water and Wastewater System matters as needed to support operational and business needs.
Assist with multiple small to medium size projects and perform varied engineering assignments associated with planning, design or construction. Develop technical information and concepts into feasible and effective engineering approaches. Support the selection of consulting and construction organizations for projects using negotiation or competitive selection processes. Knowledge/Skills Knowledge Demonstrated knowledge of engineering design theory and practice.
Familiarity with project management, construction and contract management, water and wastewater facilities, and utility operations. Knowledge of current trends in water quality and treatment and other aspects of the water industry. Familiarity with environmental regulatory requirements, and trends impacting the water industry.
Skills
Sound business acumen and judgment. Effective quantitative and analytical skills; attention to detail. Effective verbal and written communications skills (e.g., report writing, listening, and presentation). Strong interpersonal skills (e.g., tact/diplomacy, persuasion, team building, cooperation, leadership, ability to motivate others. Financial analysis skills, including budget management, business modeling, and basic accounting knowledge.
Experience/Education Bachelor’s degree in engineering; advanced degree preferred. 4+ years’ experience in Engineering design, planning, construction, project delivery and/or project management. Water system and wastewater collection system hydraulic modeling experience is a plus. Certifications & License Valid Driver’s License Professional Engineer (PE) required Travel Requirements Up to 20%, as required. Work Environment Primarily in the office with occasional work in the field at water/wastewater facilities to conduct site investigations and participate in on-site project kick-off/review meetings.
Competencies
Champions safetyCustomer obsessedCultivates innovationNimble learningDrives ResultsCollaborates
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