What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Resources/Hydraulics Engineer position at Volkert, Inc.?
Are we the road to your future?
Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.
We are currently searching for an experienced Water Resources/Hydraulics Engineer to support our Mid Atlantic Region located in Springfield, VA or Virginia Beach, VA.
What You’ll Be Doing
“ For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference .”
– Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer
Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.
Virginia
Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.
We are currently searching for an experienced Water Resources/Hydraulics Engineer to support our Mid Atlantic Region located in Springfield, VA or Virginia Beach, VA.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Will be responsible for leading the analysis, design, construction administration, and preparation of technical reports, plans, and specifications for stormwater projects for various owners, including municipalities, state (VDOT), and federal
- Will work independently as well as plan and supervise work of teams of professionals and technicians
- Position includes client interaction and a commitment to client service
- Includes business development, proposal preparation client maintenance
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or an equivalent related degree is required
- 10 - 15 years related experience required
- Professional Engineer license required or to be licensed in the next six or twelve months
- Strong writing, oral communication, and teamwork skills
- A mix of technical and project management experience including, but not limited to:
- Virginia Stormwater Management Program
- Modeling
- H&H analysis
- Pump/lift station design and operations
- Erosion and sediment control plans and strategies
- Virginia Beach/Hampton Road experience is a plus
- Perform technical work in various software applications, including but not limited to MicroStation, Civil 3D, PCSWMM, StormCAD, HEC-RAS, and ARC-GIS
- Ability to deliver quality projects for a wide range of clients
- Land disturbance permits and storm water pollution prevention plans (SWPPP)
- Characteristics of a successful Volkert team member:
- Be a brand ambassador for the company who engages in diversity and inclusion
- Be self-motivated to meet individual goals and maintain accountability in a team environment
- Exercise initiative and independent judgement in the solution of work problems
- Be able to communicate effectively- verbal and written
- Be able to multi-task in a team environment
- Competitive compensation
- Flexibility and a positive work/life balance
- Challenging and innovative projects
- Employee referral program
- Professional development
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 401(k) retirement savings plan employer matching
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
- Medical, Dental, & Vision
- Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
- Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
- Wellness incentives
- Additional voluntary benefits
“ For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference .”
– Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer
Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.
Virginia