Our Civil Engineering team in our downtown San Diego, CA office has an opportunity for a talented Project Designer or Senior Project Designer to support our water/wastewater service line. Typical projects include planning and design of water or wastewater pipelines, pump stations, wells, reservoirs, and other facilities for clients such as the GSA, State of California, City of San Diego, and multiple San Diego-based Public Agencies and Water Districts. Explore this opportunity with Psomas and apply today!

About being our Project Designer or Sr. Project Designer - Water

As a Project Designer or Senior Project Designer, you will utilize your knowledge and expertise in water and wastewater to organize and execute the technical quality and coordination of a broad range of project assignments requiring an extensive knowledge in all aspects of the planning and design of water, wastewater, and recycled water infrastructure projects, while understanding client goals, establishing effective client relationships, and supporting the team to achieve set goals.

Responsibility Highlights for our Project Designer or Sr. Project Designer - Water

• Work on water/wastewater projects, which may include research & analysis, road/storm/sewer drainage, pipelines, and hydrology
• Design using Civil3D and practical application of standard water industry software packages is desirable
• Coach and mentor staff and coordinate with them for design efforts
• Work with fellow team members and supervisors to provide all necessary design, coordination, and follow-up work to ensure agency requirements and quality standards are met
• Prepare plans and profiles, compiling research and development of technical reports, calculations, cost/quantity estimates, and specifications in order to provide clear, traceable, and coordinated interpretation of the design / drawings for construction
• Participate in site visits, client meetings, and QA/QC
• Assist and lead efforts for agency approvals and be familiar with local regulatory requirements and procedures
• Develop sewer/water models
• Represent Psomas and client to agencies and contractors

Minimum Qualifications to be our Project Designer or Sr. Project Designer - Water

• Minimum 10 years of civil/water engineering industry experience
• Design experience of pipelines, pump stations, water production wells, reservoir facilities, and lift stations
• Possess thorough understanding of concepts of schedule, budget, and scope of services
• Experience in providing technical training of engineers and designers
• Experience in writing technical specifications, preparation of engineer's estimates, and project scheduling
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil3D and experience in standard water/wastewater industry software

Highlighted Benefits for our Project Designer or Sr. Project Designer - Water

Enjoy hybrid and flexible work schedules, an inclusive benefit package providing medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee and qualifying family members, a 401(k) with immediate vested company match and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan that is 100% paid by Psomas!

• A competitive salary! The expected range for this position is $95,000 - $130,000/salary depending on experienceCompensation may be adjusted for well qualified candidates
• 8 Paid Holidays & 3-4 Weeks of PTO (depending on experience)
• Career pathing, training professional development
• Employee Parking paid by Company

Strong History Bright Future

As a 100% employee-owned company serving clients throughout the western U.S for over 78 years, Psomas is proud to be an award-winning consulting firm with over 750 employees. Our talented team have an array of skills ranging from construction management, civil engineering, transportation planning, environmental, landscape architecture and urban design, and surveying and geospatial services. We strive for excellence, and welcome candidates of all identities, backgrounds, and perspectives to help us continue evolving as an inclusive, employee first culture. Together, we foster a collaborative work environment, promote teamwork, and provide many opportunities for professional growth and advancement. We are looking for team members that are excited to contribute to our projects and make a positive difference in our local community.

We're a fun, rewarding place to work! We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.