What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Resources Engineer - Entry Level - Permit Review Focus - Part-Time (Hybrid/Remote) position at Barr Engineering Co.?
Job Description : Summary :
The person in this position will be responsible for reviewing permit applications submitted to watershed district and municipal clients for development and redevelopment projects. Work may involve reviewing site development design; reviewing construction plans for conformance with stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, and floodplain management rules; coordinating review for conformance with wetland management rules; working with permitting agencies and public officials; coordinating with watershed district staff; coordinating with permit applicants (including municipalities, developers, homeowners, and engineers); reviewing stormwater modeling (hydrologic, hydraulic, and water quality), reviewing stormwater management designs submitted by permit applicants; and preparing written documentation on conformance with relevant rules. This is a part-time position.
Minimum Qualifications :
- Bachelor's degree in civil / environmental engineering or a related environmental degree
- One year of experience directly related to water resources
- Familiarity with stormwater management, earthwork and grading plans, and stormwater best management practices (BMPs)
- Basic understanding of water-related environmental regulations
- Strong computer skills, including word processing and spreadsheets
- Ability to work independently and with teams of specialists to meet client and project needs
- Attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness
- Conscientiousness concerning the accuracy, appropriateness, and timeliness of results
- Flexible working style and willingness to occasionally modify personal schedule as required to meet deadlines and / or client needs
- Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with project team members, clients, and permit applicants
- Superior task management skills, including scheduling, prioritizing, following up, and keeping project information organized
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship from Barr, now or in the future
- Possession of a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
Preferred Qualifications :
A hybrid or remote work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office; a remote arrangement refers working primarily from a home office. This position can be based out of Barr's Minneapolis, Minnesota, office. Remote arrangements will be considered based on candidate qualifications, location requirements, and Barr's needs.
Compensation :
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $70,000-$80,000 / year. This position is classified as exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Compensation will vary based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. Employees in this position may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance. Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all its profit to our employees through our bonus plan and ESOP.
Benefits :
People report that they stay at Barr because of the camaraderie and career opportunities. Another draw is our competitive package of employee benefits, which includes professional development funding, 401(k) retirement savings plan, employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) participation, medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability and accidental death insurance, flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses, paid holidays, paid time off (accrues on all hours worked), and compensatory time for exempt / salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked). Barr's benefits package offerings include :
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Open positions at Barr Engineering Co. do not have application deadlines. Barr Engineering Co. is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Salary : $70,000 - $80,000
