Project Engineer - Water Resources

What You'll Contribute to OHM Advisors

As a Project Engineer in the Environmental and Water Resources Group (EWRG), you will lead technical tasks associated with a range of water resources projects across the State of Michigan. The EWRG is a diverse 50+ person team looking for an experienced engineer with a passion for water resources. EWRG works on a variety of water, wastewater, and stormwater projects including modeling of distribution and collection systems, asset management, stream restoration, green infrastructure, and a range of facility designs.

A successful candidate for the Project Engineer position is team oriented, organized, and has strong technical skills. The candidate takes initiative and current on software, regulations, and technology. This is a fulltime position out of our Auburn Hills, or Livonia, Michigan offices.

Your Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise and mentoring on projects, within your area of expertise.

• Lead and support studies, reports, design and construction of water distribution systems, sewage collection, storage facilities, control vaults, pumping stations, booster stations, water and wastewater treatment, stormwater systems, and green infrastructure.

• Effectively communicate project goals, alternatives, recommendations, and outcomes to project team, client and public.

• Develop work plans, schedules, and budgets for Project Managers as it relates to technical tasks of a Scope of Service.

• Understand OHM services and how they relate to client's organization and needs.

• Develop, train, and mentor teams for their growth and development.

• Anticipate project issues, including advising the client on alternatives and providing recommendations for solving issues.

• Perform QC as it relates to your technical expertise.

• Stay abreast of and maintain an expertise in industry specific standards, codes, permit agency requirements and community requirements.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or related field required

• Minimum of 8 years of progressively increasing responsibility experience in water resources

• State of Michigan Professional Engineer license required. State of Ohio, Kentucky, and/or Tennessee Professional Engineer license desirable but not required.

• Familiarity with hydraulic/hydrologic modeling of water distribution, wastewater, stormwater systems.

• Experience with aging and complex water and wastewater infrastructure design considerations in Michigan.

• Experience in stormwater/water/wastewater infrastructure assessment, land planning, sustainability, design, and implementation in Michigan.

• Proficient understanding of asset management and pipeline design hydraulics, inspection, condition assessment, and repair/rehabilitation design.

• Analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Computer skills associated with the following programs: Microsoft Word, Excel; AutoCAD and/or Revit, Bluebeam or other PDF software, and scheduling software, such as MS Project.

• Demonstrated ability to take the initiative to solve challenging problems.

• Self-directed and ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines.

• Experience mentoring and empowering engineers newer in their career.

Growth at OHM Advisors

Advancement isn't just for our clients. We're committed to moving our team forward, too. At OHM Advisors, you'll enjoy challenging, meaningful work at a growing company creating innovative solutions for forward-thinking clients. But there's not just cool work on big projects. You'll be empowered to create your own career path in a culture that supports your individual professional development goals and encourages your pursuits through continued opportunities for growth. Read about some of our opportunities for career growth and enrichment on our website.

OHM Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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