Environmental Engineer - Project Technical Leader

The Project Technical Leader (PTL) role is an important role for the firm that will focus on key areas of technical delivery. As part of the Global Delivery Excellence Framework (GDEF), the PTL develops and drives the technical vision of the project working closely with the Project Manager (PM), and reports directly to the PM.

The PTL is responsible for coordination of the technical content of both design and non-design projects, with a focus on preemptive, preventive and proactive approaches to delivery that mitigate circle backs. Additional responsibilities include the following:

With high-level goals provided, leads teams to create water and wastewater treatment facilities, water and sewer systems, pipelines, pump stations, remediation sites, solid waste facilities, etc. engineering designs of moderate to high complexity to meet client project requirements.

Reviews draft designs and reports for compliance with federal, state and local regulations and signs off on completed designs. Ensures that firm policies and practices are followed on all designs.

Performs site reviews and studies, as needed, to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications. Updates design requirements as necessary.

Performs water quality analyses and modeling. Contributes to firm's Technical Knowledge Management (TKM) by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc. Submits technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals.

Collaborates with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal (RFPs). Reviews draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local and federal regulations and best practices.

Meets with current and potential future clients to review their current and future design needs. Attends conferences, symposia, etc. to improve the visibility of the firm's products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff.

May act as a point of contact for external client and related industry contact. Collaborates with clients and government officials to clarify technical questions provides updates to project management as necessary.

Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff. Mentors more junior staff and develops them for future growth within the discipline and firm. May supervise the work of junior engineers on project work.

Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifictations:

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related discipline.

Professional engineering (PE) license.

12 years of related experience.

Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.

Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.