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WSP in the U.S. · 5 hours ago

Stormwater Engineering Consultant

Virginia Beach, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$90K/yr - $140K/yr

5+ years exp

WSP is one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms, dedicated to serving local communities. They are seeking a Stormwater Engineering Consultant to provide technical assistance for stormwater engineering projects and ensure project delivery while maintaining quality standards.

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Responsibilities

Perform professional water resources engineering work and conduct investigations, analysis, and inspections relating to stormwater master planning, water quality/quantity/management, stormwater management facilities, culverts, hydrology, open channel hydraulics, bridge hydraulics, floodplain modeling/mapping, hydrologic/hydraulic modeling, canal development, river/stream/habitat restoration and fish passage, waste disposal, and pollution control and treatment activities to avert the contamination and degradation of water resources and determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits

Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team to execute project work, permit applications, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memos

Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses

Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting

Assist with development and scoping of medium-sized projects

Perform concept level design of treatment works and analyze hydrologic and hydraulic models and computations for storm water and watershed master planning, stream restoration, and water quality studies

Prepare technical reports and presentations that explain research, findings, and design recommendations

Assist in the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of data obtained during field investigations

Design a variety of stormwater management facilities, such as bioretention, green roofs, permeable pavements, wet ponds, manufactured treatment devices, and underground detention facilities

Prepare watershed studies, floodplain studies, and evaluate regulated impoundment structures for compliance with regulations

Comply with regulatory requirements pertaining to the data integrity, documentation, procedures, training, monitoring systems, and record compliance and retention

Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner

Remain current in latest water resource engineering techniques

Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures

Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

Assist with mentorship and growth of staff

Qualification

Water Resources EngineeringHydrologic/Hydraulic ModelingStormwater ManagementEnvironmental PermittingRegulatory ComplianceData AnalysisProject ManagementTechnical WritingSelf-leadershipEffective CommunicationCritical ThinkingInterpersonal SkillsMentorship

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, with a focus in Water Resources or closely related discipline

5 to 7 years of relevant post education experience in water resources engineering

Engineer in Training Certification

Proficient knowledge of water resource engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to environmental permitting and project work-related issues

Working knowledge of Stormwater Management, Drainage, Erosion and Sediment Control, Hydrology & Hydraulics Design, Watershed Studies, Floodplain Delineation, etc

Proficient ability to coordinate with agency regulators and understand requirements

Working knowledge of relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements

Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations

Familiarity with Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments in accordance with ASTM guidelines and industry standards, and with permitting processes and requirements to address the full range of environmental issues and conditions associated with water resources projects

Project management experience with small to mid-level projects including tracking hours and expenses for project work

Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations on various aspects of the construction and design of facilities or structures, applying applicable regulations and policies

Effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience

Highly capable self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment

Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC

Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools

Adept at coordinating technical matters with public and private groups

Experience with and working knowledge of surface water analysis, hydrologic methodologies/models (TR-55, HEC-HMS, etc.), hydraulic models (PCSWMM, HEC-RAS, HEC-RAS-2D, HEC-GeoRAS, SRH-2D, etc.), and with ESRI ArcGIS software

Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution

Ability to assertively direct others in the field such as subcontractors and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently

Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek

Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements

Preferred

Essential Professional Licensure/Certification

Experience managing small to mid-size projects

VA Department of Environmental Quality (VDEQ) certified as a Plan Reviewer or Program Administrator for SWM

40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred

Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired

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