Senior Water Resources Engineer

Our Business

We are a global leader in environmental consulting – made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood’s Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder – with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.

As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

This Opportunity

WSP is looking for a Senior Water Resources Engineer to join our dynamic team in Gainesville, Florida.

Are you a water resources engineer who enjoys technical aspects of engineering design? Are you looking for an opportunity to work with an international company, with an established team of professionals? We have an excellent opportunity for a design engineer focused on technical problems. In this position, you will design and analyze engineering projects, manage tasks, and develop new business opportunities. Much of the work will be within Florida and focused on natural systems restoration, stormwater treatment, dredging and other associated projects.

Your Impact

Lead and mentor a team of early and mid-career engineers and scientists

Collaborate

Deliver quality products to clients on schedule

Conduct both field and office tasks associated with water-resources projects

Use CAD Modeling, GIS and other relevant software technology

Prepare calculations, design and make recommendations for water-resources projects

Author construction bid documents, technical documents, permit applications, and proposals

Must be able to manage and lead projects in a team environment

Must be able to market clients and prepare proposals

Commit to our safety program

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree in environmental, agricultural, or civil engineering

7-10 years of post-baccalaureate experience in engineering

Experience in a consulting practice

Registered Professional Engineer in Florida; or registered Professional Engineer in a different state, with the ability to obtain Florida registration within three months of employment

Trained project manager

Skilled communicator (oral and written) of technical information

Travel, as necessary; primarily within Florida

The position will be in the Gainesville, FL office.

Proficiency in using the Suite of MS Office products

Strong oral and written communication skills; proven ability to communicate with clients, prepare reports and proposals.

Safe driving record in accordance with the Companys driving (MVR) policy

Drug Screen required for this position

Preferred Qualifications:

Graduate degree or degrees in engineering

Knowledge of Florida hydrology and Florida water-resources issues

Client relationships and project experience in Florida

Relationships with Florida’s water management districts

Experience with the following water models a plus: ICPR, HEC, MODFLOW #LI-SV1

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the worlds leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

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