Principal Water/Wastewater Engineer

US$160000 - US$240000 per annum

EngineeringUSHybridPermanentCalifornia

Harper Harrison is partnered with an international engineering consultancy that is sseking a Principal level enginer with strong technical and project management experience to join our Water/Wastewater practice. Successful candidates will use their technical and management abilities to plan, design, and construct water/wastewater infrastructure in a dynamic team setting, as well as mentor junior staff.

This represents an excellent career opportunity for a proven self-starter capable of leading medium to large-scale projects with a customer-centric mentality and an emphasis on delivering quality at the highest level.

Responsibilities:

  • Participating in and leading project teams in the planning, design, and construction administration of municipal wastewater infrastructure facilities.
  • Client interaction, presentations, and project coordination.
  • Coordinating work activities by various technical staff and consultants, including developing and implementing study and design standards for consultants to follow, leading progress meetings, preparing meeting agendas and minutes, tracking project schedules, and budgets.
  • Coordinating work activities and communicating with various municipalities and governmental regulating agencies.
  • Overseeing construction contract management and observation services.
  • Preparation of reports and permit applications.
  • Supervising and mentoring junior-level engineers.

Requirements:

  • BS in Civil, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering or related field.
  • 15+ years of experience required in the water/wastewater discipline, particularly in water and/or wastewater infrastructure (i.e., treatment and collection/distribution projects).
  • Professional Engineer License is required.
  • Progressive experience in the evaluation, design, permitting, and construction administration of water and wastewater treatment facilities, pumping stations, water storage and distribution facilities, and wastewater collection systems.
  • Demonstrated project management experience, including budget and schedule monitoring and control responsibilities.
  • Experienced in client relations and business development.
  • Experience with AutoCAD and/or BIM is preferred.
  • Leader and team player possessing strong planning and organizational skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to conduct effective client presentations and written report preparation.

If you, or someone you know is interest, please feel free to apply or contact us directly for further information.

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