Senior Water/Utilities Civil Engineer

SENIOR WATER/UTILITIES CIVIL ENGINEER - Sacramento, CA
What we're looking for?
Kier + Wright is offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced senior water/utilities civil engineer to join our growing water department. This is an excellent chance to work on a broad range of potable water, recycled water, and wastewater engineering projects, with a focus on hydraulic modeling, pipeline design, pump station and lift station design, and permitting through construction.
What you will do
Proposals
Lead marketing and business development efforts including writing potable water, recycled water, and wastewater sections of proposals, participating in client interviews and supporting negotiations for project contracts.
Project Management
Oversee project management for potable water, recycled water, and wastewater capital improvement projects, including pipeline, pump station, and lift station design.
Manage client relationships and subconsultant contracts.
Analyze proposed designs for reliability, constructability, and cost-effectiveness.
Staff Management
Mentor junior staff through technical issues and professional development
Technical
Permitting new water, recycled water and wastewater systems and facilities.
Develop design standards and prepare technical reports.
Lead hydraulic modeling and engineering analyses for pressurized water distribution and recycled water systems, including pipeline sizing, pressure zone analysis, and pump station design using WaterCAD and Civil 3D.
Prepare technical studies, hydraulic model reports, and design reports for water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
What you have
Education + Experience
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field
12+ years of experience
Extensive experience with hydraulic modeling software for pressurized water distribution systems
Proficiency in WaterCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and Bluebeam.
Professional Engineering (PE) license (CA preferred)
Physical Requirements and/or Working Conditions
Prolonged periods of sitting (up to 8 hours a day for office staff)
Interacting with technology (computer, cellphone, etc.)
Ability to lift and/or carry items ( up to 20 lbs.)
Prolonged periods of standing/walking (field checks)
Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions (field checks)
Occasional travel e.g. driving to offices, jobsites, client meetings, etc.
Why Join Us?
Great culture – Team Collaboration, Innovative problem solving, Responsive to clients, Passionate about work
Competitive Pay ($175,000/year +)
Medical, Dental and Vision 100% paid for by Kier & Wright for you + family
401(k) and Profit Sharing
Paid Holidays
Generous PTO
Free office snacks
Much more!
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Employment type
Regular Full Time

Work arrangement
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