Civil Engineer - Water/Wastewater Leader - LaBella Associates
Richmond, VA
About the Job
LaBella is seeking a catalyzing addition to our Water/Wastewater Team to be located in our Richmond, Virginia office. This individual will provide leadership and work closely with the water/wastewater design team and other discipline team members. The chosen candidate will be responsible for technical contribution to and oversight of projects, as well as project and client management. They will also be involved in business development activities such as client outreach and responding to RFQs, all with the full support and mentorship of senior discipline leadership.
Duties
- Leverage existing client relationships, and seek out and pursue new ones to further expand the discipline in the target geography.
- Lead projects with technical acuity, efficient management and above all, excellence in client service.
- Prepare scopes of work, budget, and schedule, and internally manage these during performance of the work.
- Provide assistance in developing design concepts and potential alternatives.
- Provide regular oversight and guidance to water/wastewater team members.
- Assist clients with construction procurement.
- Support projects in construction, including office administration and field observation oversight.
- Assist with water and wastewater permitting, and project financing.
- Be actively involved in local, state, or national professional associations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
- Minimum of 10 to 15 years’ experience
- Professional Engineer license in Virginia
- Proven track record of developing good working relationships with municipal clients.
- Project management and leadership experience on various sized projects.
- Effective communication skills using oral, graphic, and written forms.
- Ability to travel to project sites and meet with utility staff to discuss technical matters.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and budgets simultaneously.
Benefits
Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.
o Flexible Work Schedule
o Health/Dental Insurance
o 401k Plan with Employer Match
o Short & Long Term Disability
o Profit Sharing
o Paid Time Off
o Leadership Development Program
o Fitness Reimbursement
o Tuition Reimbursement
o Referral Bonus Program
o Wellness Program
o Team Building Events
o Community Service Events
