WATER/WASTEWATER ENGINEER- St. Paul, MN

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Prepares the scope of services, detailed project budget and contract for the Team Leader?s review and approval.
Works with the Team and Sector Leader(s) to determine the composition of project team(s). Assigns tasks, schedules and budget to project team members (including any subcontractors). Coordinates project scheduling.
Conducts ?kick-off? and interim project status meetings with the project team to discuss tasks, schedules, budgets, etc.
Is responsible for completing each project on time and on budget. Regularly monitors project schedules and budgets throughout the project life. Responsible for leading formal Project Reviews for his/her projects.
Assures that a QA/QC review is completed at the appropriate stages of each project.
Is responsible for determining if a contract needs to be amended and immediately seeks approval of from the CSM and supervisor when changes in a project?s budget or scope are necessary.
Serves a primary client contact for selected projects.
Monitors project?s adherence to company standards, including Quality Control and Quality Assurance specifications and CADD standards.
Documents the performance of project team members through completion of Project Staff Reviews. Communicates significant performance issues to team members and Team Leaders so that appropriate action may be taken.

 



BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT


Provides input into the creation of marketing plans, and maintains regular and accurate record of marketing activities with individual clients. Identifies project opportunities and provides input to the Go/No Go decision.
Directs the preparation of proposals and interviews.
May present projects to clients on a regular basis, and may present the proposal to the client and/or take a lead role in the interview.
Cross markets other firm services as appropriate to his/her clients.

 



COMMUNICATIONS


Responsible for coordinating the timely invoicing and collection of fees.
Maintains contact with the client after the project is completed and cross markets such other services as is appropriate (in conjunction with Client Service Manager, where appropriate).
Assures project correspondence is complete and appropriate and that established lines of communication are maintained with the client, contractors, subconsultants and team members.





Job Requirements:





EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Has a B.S. degree in engineering or a scientific area. P.E. preferred. Graduate degree in appropriate discipline preferred. Has seven or more years experience in engineering or related technical profession. Must have a thorough understanding of project accounting and a desire to manage the schedule and budget for multiple projects at the same time. Has experience in marketing and supervision of the technical work of others. Has a working knowledge of technical and office support software required to perform the essential functions of the position.





LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS

Must possess a current, valid Professional Engineer, Architect or related state license. Must possess a valid drivers license and be able to operate a motor vehicle.





SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position does not have hire/fire management authority, but is responsible for supervising the assignment, direction and completion of project task work. Responsible for providing mentoring to less-experienced staff members in order to upgrade the overall talent level in the company.





EXTENT OF AUTHORITY

Has the authority to carry out the duties described, to meet clients and represent the firm. Directs and supervises work of all team members assigned to specific projects to ensure efficient conformance to the schedule and budget.





RELATIONSHIP TO OTHERS

Reports directly to his/her Team Leader. Consistently presents a professional attitude towards clients and internal staff. Effectively communicates with others in the daily completion of tasks or assignments. Strives to achieve professional working relationships with others and shows a willingness to help others meet critical deadlines.





PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be capable of carrying up to 30 pounds of equipment over all types of terrain and in all types of weather conditions. Must be capable of correctly operating technical analysis equipment and computer equipment after being provided training.





WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.



In addition to our world-class benefit package, this opportunity offers competitive compensation.

 

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