Job Title: Water Resources Engineer

Job Description

We are actively seeking to expand our Water Resources Group with a talented civil engineer. You will play a key role in various civil engineering and water resources projects, with the flexibility to design and build solutions that impact ecosystems, watersheds, and communities. Initial assignment will be on site in Cutler Bay, supporting Engineering During Construction (EDC) services for a large civil water resources project related to the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan. After this project, you may support other EDC or CMS projects or get involved in engineering and design of similar projects.

Responsibilities

• Focus on large environmental restoration projects including embankment systems, levees, reservoirs, pump stations, stream channel restoration, wetland and lake restoration, watershed issues, and stormwater collection systems.
• Apply various design engineering and modeling techniques in developing water resource and heavy civil projects for state and local municipalities.
• Perform complex engineering analyses and design calculations.
• Prepare design drawings, construction specifications, cost estimates, construction bid packages, technical memoranda, and reports.
• Support and direct hydraulic and hydrology modeling, data collection, data assimilation, and presentations.
• Communicate with clients, generate new business opportunities, manage subconsultants, and manage staff as needed.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Water Resources. A Master's degree is preferred.
• PE license in Florida is preferred; licenses in other states are desirable.
• 4 years of related consulting engineering experience.
• Experience with standard hydraulic modeling software (e.g., HEC-RAS, SWMM, ICPR).
• Experience developing design and bid packages including design drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Professional-level verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and with a project team.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with SFWMD is a plus.
• Experience with InfraWorks, Civil 3D, GIS, standard hydrologic data analysis software, and sediment transport modeling preferred.
• Knowledge of environmental planning, permitting, and regulations.
• Leadership and business development talents are a plus.
• High level of personal integrity with a strong work ethic.
• An attitude and commitment to exceptional work, energizing staff, and delivering responsive service to clients.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position in a project mobile office environment. Upon completion of the initial project, you can move to another project site or work from home supporting engineering and design. The role offers the opportunity to work on large, complex projects that restore the Florida Everglades ecosystem, with competitive compensation and the potential for remote work after the first year.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $54.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cutler Bay,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Salary : $38 - $54