Lead Civil Engineer
Our BusinessWe are a global leader in environmental consulting 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 OpportunityWSP is currently seeking a full-time Lead Civil Engineer to support our stream restoration projects. Are you a water resources engineer who enjoys project design, especially in support of ecosystem restoration and, more specifically, in stream channel restoration in natural settings? Are you looking for an opportunity to work with an international company in the Southeast Region, to help grow a team of stream restoration professionals? We have an excellent opportunity for a design engineer focused on technical problems, particularly stream restoration. In this position, you will design and analyze engineering projects, manage tasks, develop new business opportunities, and lead the design team. This position can be located in FL or NC and will support stream projects in both states and throughout the region. WSP has established stream restoration clients and projects and the steady demand for our services is rising rapidly.Your Impact
Serves as a design engineer on stream restoration projects
Work collaboratively with civil designers/stream restoration engineers to serve client needs in the Southeast Region (FL, GA, SC, NC)
Deliver quality products to clients on schedule
Lead and mentor a team of early and mid-career engineers and scientists
Conduct both field and office tasks associated with water-resources projects, particularly stream restoration projects
Use relevant technology
Prepare calculations, design and make recommendations for water-resources facilities
Prepare / assist in the preparation of permit applications and supporting materials
Author construction bid documents, technical documents, permit applications, and proposals
Must be able to market clients and prepare proposals
Follow company safety policies and procedures, site safety standards and permit requirements
Performs Hydrologic and Hydraulic modeling using a variety of software including ICPR, HEC-HMS/RAS, and SWMM
Performs stream restoration analysis and design to restore channels to a more historic condition
Performs wetland restoration analysis and design to restore large decommissioned agricultural sites to a more historic condition.
Remain current in latest water resource engineering techniques.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You AreRequired Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, with a focus in Water Resources or closely related discipline
7-10 years of relevant experience
Knowledge in water resources, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, stream restoration and other related engineering disciplines
Minimum Professional Engineer License and ability to obtain Florida PE within 6 months
Knowledge of engineering and other environmental issues in Southeast region
Proficiency in using Microsoft Office products
Knowledge of H&H modeling (ICRP4, HECRAS, etc.)
Strong engineering design skills and the ability to translate project designs into construction plans
Strong oral and written communication skills, ability to prepare reports and setup spreadsheets
Attention to detail
Works well in Team environment
Proficiency in using ArcGIS and/or AutoCAD
Must pass background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with WSP’s driving (MVR) policy
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek
Must be able to travel locally and out of area when necessary
The position is located in Southeast Region, supporting projects in Central FL
#LI-SV1About WSPWSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's 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.www.wsp.comWSP 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:WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.