This position as a Wastewater Engineer is one of full-time employment. The Wastewater Engineer will oversee projects from inception through completion while managing project particulars including budget, technical design, drawing production, safety standards, and deadlines. Employee will also contribute to the compilation and submission of permit applications to various entities and ensure all regulatory requirements are met. Assignments will be conducted in the office at Providence's Baton Rouge location.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities) :
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or other related fields required. Minimum of five years of experience with execution of various engineering projects. Louisiana Professional Engineering License preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills with strong emphasis on team relations. Strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks. Ability to follow instructions and work independently. Ability to exercise initiative and innovative thinking. ATTRIBUTES: Self-Directed – Shows initiative and the ability to organize oneself. Problem-Solver – Capable of analyzing complex issues, identifying root causes, and proposing effective solutions. Planning / Organizing – Able to prioritize and plan work activities efficiently; able to organize and manage various projects in their entirety. Detailed – Able to pay close attention to the small particulars when working on a particular task in order to produce a high-quality product. Dependable – Follows through on commitments; reliable resource for clients and junior staff. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage larger projects from proposal phase through closeout, including preparing cost estimates, scheduling, design and drawing preparation, surveying and permitting, client interaction, reviewing and approving invoices, and closing out projects. Provide guidance and project management oversight to ensure projects are completed and delivered, safely, on time and on budget. Oversee and analyze, survey operations to guide construction including analyzing survey reports, maps, and other data to plan and execute projects. Compile and submit permit applications to local, state, and federal agencies verifying that projects comply with various regulations. Use design software to plan and design hydraulic systems, waste/water containment facilities, transportation systems, and site development in line with industry and government standards. Manage the design, construction, repair, maintenance, and replacement of public and private infrastructure. Present findings to the public and clients on topics such as bid proposals, environmental impact statements, and various project designs. Develop and manage various engineering and environmental projects. Responsible for maintaining existing client relationships. Ensure opportunities to work with personnel in other Providence offices is supported and encouraged where appropriate. Manage safety compliance with all client and internal requirements/training. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Ability to travel occasionally and on short notice. Ability to walk long distances. Ability to lift 30 lbs. Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions and on varied terrain, sometimes for extended periods of time. The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in the described position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all position duties and skills required of the individual classified in this position.
ADDITIONAL COMPANY INFORMATION The above Job Description is a written statement of facts describing the scope, responsibilities, and organizational relationships of this position as it is. It is intended to provide a clear picture of the position's role within the organization.
This job description is subject to change as Providence Engineering and Environmental Consulting LLC evolves, and in no way implies that this description includes all the duties associated with this position. Job duties related to this position may be added/removed from the job description as needed. Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC depends on its employees to assess current positions and update position description as duties change, responsibilities increase/decrease, technology improvements occur, or because of any other factors which may impact the success of such position.
Providence Engineering and Environmental Consulting LLC is committed to diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants and all employees will be evaluated based on their ability, competence, and performance of the essential functions of their positions. It is the policy of Providence Engineering and Environmental Consulting LLC to be nondiscriminatory in all matters regarding the selection, recruiting, hiring, termination, promotion, transfer, work assignment, scheduling, compensation of employees, and any or all other terms and conditions of employment. The company does not unlawfully discriminate based on any applicable, legally protected classification or characteristics, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability. Providence Engineering and Environmental Consulting LLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities to the full extent required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at .
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