At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 105 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 Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer with 15 years of progressive experience. This position will play an important role in expanding our presence in Florida and supporting our water / wastewater design disciplines within Florida and companywide. The successful candidate must be energetic and have the ability to collaborate with teams within their region, other regions within Florida, and throughout WRA’s market areas. In addition, they must have the ability to complete water / wastewater work for water and wastewater system planning, design and construction, including water and wastewater facilities, water transmission systems, water storage tanks, pumping stations, force mains, and the evaluation, design and rehabilitation of sanitary sewer systems. Construction phase experience is desired. This position is an exciting opportunity for someone that wants to grow water and wastewater services in a new region for WRA.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate is expected to be able to independently work on technical tasks, lead and coordinate technical tasks and, serve as the project design lead. The successful candidate is also expected to lead in market development efforts including the preparation of proposals and performing presentations for growing the local office with new clients. Successful candidate should demonstrate excellent oral and written communications skills, as well as presentation skills, and the ability to lead, mentor and train younger engineering staff.

Responsibilities will include:

• Lead marketing efforts to develop new clients
• Manage, plan, and provide design oversight of water/wastewater projects.
• Prepare and monitor project budgets, successfully manage and deliver projects on time and on budget, while meeting quality requirements. Responsible for control of 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 meetings, 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:

Applicants must possess the following:

• B.S. in Civil, Environmental or Mechanical Engineering
• 15 years of relevant experience
• P.E., registered in the State of Florida, or ability to become registered through comity from another state within 6 months.

Desirable Skills/Achievements:

• Strong knowledge of Florida water / wastewater specifications, policies, and procedures
• Excellent reputation as an engineering professional
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with others

Benefits:

WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer:

• Flexible work schedule options
• Competitive salary
• Leave accrual and paid holidays
• Healthcare benefits
• Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental and maternity leave benefits

WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

Position # 2029