Project Engineer I

Responsibilities

• Manage a range of capital projects including water main replacements, water storage tanks, booster stations, valve vaults, water treatment plant improvements and more. This involves both internal teams and external consultants, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with all relevant standards and regulations.
• Prepare studies and reports to guide company management in planning for future system needs and improvements.
• Assist in the development and implementation of annual capital improvement plans for water infrastructure, including identifying and prioritizing projects and estimating associated costs.
• Prepare and manage permit applications for projects, securing necessary approvals at the local, state, and federal levels. This involves working with local officials, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Prepare bid documents, conduct the bidding process, and oversee contract requirements throughout the duration of the project.
• Work closely with department heads, design drafters, consultants, construction managers and contractors to ensure projects are designed and implemented according to company standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Track project budgets, progress, and timelines using Aqua Pennsylvania’s financial systems, ensuring that projects stay within budget and are properly authorized.
• Stay informed about industry trends, technologies, and regulatory changes by attending seminars and professional development courses.
• Provide technical due diligence for potential company acquisitions, evaluating existing infrastructure and estimating necessary improvements for both water and wastewater systems.
• Ensure that system maps, hydraulic models, specifications, and other records are properly maintained and updated.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• 1–3 years of design experience, ideally with a focus on water projects.
• Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.) certification, or the ability to obtain it within 1