Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater/Stormwater/Water Resources

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Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!

Water/Wastewater/Water Resources Project Engineer

We have a career opportunity for an experienced professional engineer who has previous experience with water/wastewater and/or water resources engineering. The ideal candidate will have both the technical background and leadership experience or potential to successfully manage a broad range of water resources projects.

The successful candidate will self-perform and direct project teams in the planning and design of water-related infrastructure projects, as well as play an important role in managing client relationships. The position includes involvement in strategic initiatives that will continue to drive the growth of the water/wastewater group, not only in Omaha but nationwide. This position has the opportunity for a flexible hybrid work schedule with some travel as necessary for client needs.

Location

This position will have a hybrid work schedule and, when in the office, will work from either our Omaha or Bellevue office. 

The Impact You Will Have

• Advanced recognition of the need for and development of design
• Perform complex analysis
• Check and sign off on basic design calculations
• Layout drawings for a component and demonstrate an understanding of relationships
• Design elements/components of a project and coordinate development with other elements and disciplines
• Demonstrate understanding between specifications, cost estimates and pay items
• Assume responsibility for assigned design calculation files, assuring adequate independent QC reviews

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related discipline required
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience with water resources, drinking water, and/or wastewater
• EI or PE required
• Increasing skills in creativity and judgment in application of engineering
• Increased knowledge of software appropriate for the discipline, showing proficiency in multiple programs
• Ability to collaborate with others in a team environment

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Professional Development 

• Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
• Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions 
• Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
• Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications
• Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement

Retirement Benefits 

• Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge
• Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up