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The Wastewater Project Engineer selected for this opportunity will gain key public sector experience in wastewater construction projects that can effectively position you to pursue and obtain key, sought-after public sector jobs. We are looking for a Project Engineer that has 5+ years of experience in construction management to work on-site and full-time (approximately 40 hours per week) in the Los Angeles County area - some night work and overtime as required by the project. 

Projects may include:

• Sewer Construction and Rehabilitation Projects
• Wastewater Treatment Plant Projects
• Liftstation Treatment Plant Projects

As a Wastewater Project Engineer, your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee construction activities to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and project objectives.
• Investigate and resolve construction and engineering issues in a timely manner.
• Review and negotiate contractor change orders, extra work claims, and cost proposals.
• Evaluate and monitor construction schedules to support on-time project delivery.
• Track project progress and prepare pay estimates based on completed work.
• Assess impacts of construction activities on District operations and recommend adjustments as needed.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external agencies to maintain project alignment and progress.
• Prepare monthly project progress reports summarizing schedule, budget, and key milestones.

As a Wastewater Project Engineer, you will have:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline
• 5 or more years of experience in construction management
• Preferred:California Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• Experience with cost estimating, scheduling, construction administration for wastewater facilities, such as pumping plant facility replacements and sewer construction/rehabilitation.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship in the U.S.)
• Valid CA Driver’s License and proof of insurance