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SUMMARY
Kier + Wright is offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced senior civil engineer to join our growing water department. This is an excellent chance to gain experience working on a broad range of water resources engineering projects with a primary focus in water, recycled water, wastewater systems, and permitting through design.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Proposals
Lead marketing and business development efforts including writing water resources sections of proposals, participating in client interviews and supporting negotiations for project contracts.
Project Management
Oversee project management for stormwater and watershed master planning, NPDES MS4 programmatic support, and capital improvement projects.
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 civil, hydrologic, and hydraulic engineering analyses for hydraulic structures and facilities, including stormwater management ponds, drainage infrastructure, low impact development features, and green infrastructure.
Prepare technical studies, design reports, and stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPP).
EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field
7-15 years of experience
Extensive experience using stormwater modeling software, including HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, and StormCAD. Knowledge of WaterCAD .
Proficiency in CAD and Bluebeam.
experience with various FEMA LOMC submittals and coordination
Professional Engineering (PE) license
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 Kier + Wright?
Great culture Team Collaboration, Innovative problem solving, Responsive to clients, Passionate about work
Competitive Pay ($125,000- $150,000)
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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SUMMARY
Kier + Wright is offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced senior civil engineer to join our growing water department. This is an excellent chance to gain experience working on a broad range of water resources engineering projects with a primary focus in water, recycled water, wastewater systems, and permitting through design.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Proposals
Lead marketing and business development efforts including writing water resources sections of proposals, participating in client interviews and supporting negotiations for project contracts.
Project Management
Oversee project management for stormwater and watershed master planning, NPDES MS4 programmatic support, and capital improvement projects.
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 civil, hydrologic, and hydraulic engineering analyses for hydraulic structures and facilities, including stormwater management ponds, drainage infrastructure, low impact development features, and green infrastructure.
Prepare technical studies, design reports, and stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPP).
EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field
7-15 years of experience
Extensive experience using stormwater modeling software, including HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, and StormCAD. Knowledge of WaterCAD .
Proficiency in CAD and Bluebeam.
experience with various FEMA LOMC submittals and coordination
Professional Engineering (PE) license
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 Kier + Wright?
Great culture Team Collaboration, Innovative problem solving, Responsive to clients, Passionate about work
Competitive Pay ($125,000- $150,000)
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!
Privacy Notice_2025.pdf