GHD Columbia , SC 29209
Posted 1 week ago
The importance of water to the health of our world can't be overstated.
As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front.
Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next. Be part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community.
You'll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities.
Who are we looking for?
GHD's Southeast Water Business has an opportunity for a Project Engineer to join our team in Charlotte, NC or Columbia, SC. This role will provide you the opportunity to participate in the planning, design and construction engineering of water and wastewater treatment projects for our wide range of municipal and private clients and contribute to the growth in an emerging geographic market. As a Project Engineer for Water & Wastewater, you will assist in the execution of the engineering component of multiple traditional, design-build, design-bid-build, and collaborative delivery projects including advanced treatment facilities, underground conveyance, and carbon neutral solutions.
In the problem solving business, it helps to be restlessly curious to deliver community change.
Our vision is to ensure energy, water and urbanization are made sustainable for generations to come. You can lead the way into a new future for our industry, inspiring the next generation of driven and committed people in the process.
Working with an energetic and successful team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
Work with a multi-discipline team of engineers and technicians on high profile municipal projects
Manage budgets, scheduling, and correspondence with clients and project management in support of a project
Assisting with the preparation of water and wastewater plans, technical reports, design drawings, contract documents, cost estimates and project permits
Establish project delivery strategy and develop job management plan, QA plan, securing resources, establishing work briefs and budgets.
Develop pricing estimating, scoping and marketing strategies for proposed projects.
Direct preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, and designs for project.
Direct CAD team in developing design and construction documents.
Collaborate with Service Line Leaders and Principals within and outside the Southeast Region on work sharing and business development.
Conduct field investigations and condition assessments to identify process needs and solutions.
Promote effective teamwork through mentoring and training
What you will bring to the Team:
Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering
Current professional engineer (PE) License required
Minimum of 8 years of multi-disciplinary project experience in water treatment and/or wastewater treatment design, construction & planning
Focus on client service; prior water and wastewater design experience with local municipalities a plus
Willingness to travel to project sites and client meetings as needed
Experience managing Water/ Wastewater traditional and/or alternative delivery projects, including the development of scope, schedule, and budget, and the subsequent monitoring of cost and schedule, a plus
As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.
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