Lead Project Engineer - New York

Wright-Pierce, a multi-discipline environmental engineering firm specializing in water, wastewater and civil infrastructure, is seeking a Lead Water Engineer to join our Clifton Park, NY office. This position is responsible for the planning, design, and construction administration of drinking water and wastewater source, distribution, storage, and treatment projects within New York State and surrounding areas. This position offers hybrid/remote work opportunities.

Salary Range is $100,000-$120,000/yr.  NOTE: Salary offered is determined based on relevant education, experience, certifications, and regional/location factors.

Responsibilities

• ​Planning, design, construction administration for drinking water and wastewater source, distribution, storage and treatment projects.
• Handling hydraulic design for pumps and piping systems.
• Preparation of drawings and specifications for bid.
• Technical delivery of all project requirements and deliverables; ensuring timely communication with internal stakeholders and external clients.
• Production, scheduling and quality control of projects in various stages.
• Writing technical reports, cost proposals and other key communications.
• Teaching/mentoring junior level staff and working on pilot studies as/when needed.

Essential Functions

• Knowledge of local, state, federal regulatory and funding processes
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Committed to continual learning and ongoing professional development
• Effective personal organization and time management skills
• Self-motivated and results-oriented with strong attention to detail

 Experience

• Minimum 6 years drinking water and/or wastewater project engineering experience 
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams required 
• Proficiency with AutoCAD/Revit & Bluebeam preferred

Education

• B.S. in Civil or Environmental Engineering 

Certifications

• Must be licensed Professional Engineer 

 Equal Employment Opportunity

At Wright-Pierce we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We strongly encourage women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.