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Kennedy Jenks · 2 weeks ago

District Engineer - Water/Wastewater

Lakewood, CO

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$125K/yr - $145K/yr

12+ years exp

Kennedy Jenks is a company focused on delivering exceptional engineering and environmental consulting services with a commitment to innovation and sustainability. They are seeking an experienced engineer to serve as the District Engineer for water and sanitation districts in the Denver Metro area, responsible for managing projects and providing technical leadership to meet the districts' water and wastewater needs.

Service IndustryTransportationWaste ManagementWater

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee water and wastewater engineering projects from planning through design and construction, ensuring adherence to project scope, schedule, and budget

In coordination with the District Board and staff, develop and implement long-range plans

Lead the development of annual Capital Improvement Plans and oversee the execution of annual capital improvement projects

Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, and contractors to achieve project goals and ensure compliance

Prepare and review technical documents, including proposals, reports, and contract specifications

Represent district clients as the District Engineer, attending monthly board meetings to provide updates and professional guidance

Develop solutions to engineering challenges and oversee operational improvements for water and wastewater infrastructure

Support business development efforts, including proposals, client interactions, and marketing coordination

Qualification

Civil EngineeringEnvironmental EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) licenseWater/Wastewater EngineeringBusiness DevelopmentProject ManagementCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Required

BS or MS in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a related engineering field

Professional Engineer (PE) license in Colorado

12+ years of experience in water and wastewater engineering, with a focus on project management

Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and resources for multiple projects

Experience with business development and sales

Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with experience representing clients

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life and disability insurance

401k

Bonus opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Professional registration support

A competitive PTO and holiday plan

Other benefits and programs to support your growth and well-being

Company

Kennedy Jenks

For over 100 years, Kennedy Jenks has provided engineering and scientific solutions for innovative water and environmental projects.

Founded in 1919

San Francisco, California, USA

201-500 employees

https://www.kennedyjenks.com

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