Engineer V - Baxter and Woodman Inc

Your future position: Engineer V

Location: West Palm Beach, FL

Why you should join our team! Why Baxter & Woodman?

At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary, and being honored as one of the 2024 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

About the role, Your Impact

You will need to be available to represent our municipal clients in the management and observation of activities related to Wastewater, Water, and Infrastructure construction, start-up, and operation of municipal water distribution and wastewater collections system projects located in West Palm Beach, FL.

Types of projects include: wastewater treatment plants and lift stations water main, water pumping and booster stations, storm water collection and distribution systems, and associated pipelines and structures. Projects will require services several years in duration, with variable schedules and/or hours, and will be located at one of our construction project sites.

What your day-to-day will look like

• Conduct on-site observation of work, repairs, and testing, as needed.
• Recommend alterations to development and design to improve the quality of projects.
• Manage multiple small and large projects successfully.
• Monitor progress schedule and shop drawings.
• Provide general civil engineering and municipal client service.
• Requires effective communication, both oral and written, with residents, businesses, and public agency representatives.
• Resolve construction conflicts and prepare cost-effective solutions.
• Endeavor to provide protection for owner against defects and deficiencies in the work.
• Serve as liaison with contractor, working principally through contractor’s superintendent.
• Maintain job site records of Daily Reports, job meeting minutes, approved shop drawing submittals, and pay requests.
• Maintain records of time, equipment, and material needs for any changes in the work that may result in a change order. Review and request adjustments of compensation and/or contract time.
• Prepare payment estimates.
• Address resident complaints and concerns.
• Coordinate with the contractor and other duties as needed or assigned.
• Mentor less experienced engineers.

Education/License Requirement

• B.S. degree in Civil/Construction Engineering from an accredited program with an emphasis in construction engineering
• PE License

Must-haves, what you will bring

• 20+ years’ experience in construction or municipal work.
• Sufficient computer and smartphone skills for file access, use, and effective operation and communication.
• Ability to travel throughout Baxter & Woodman’s service area (own transportation).
• Ability to independently handle a variety of ongoing tasks and responsibilities.
• Strong written, verbal, computer and organizational skills.
• Work within a team-first culture that encourages individual development and accomplishment of goals

Compensation: The pay range for this role is $115,000 - $140,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.

Join Our Team! - At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well-being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, cancer, and critical illnesses. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home and/or work a flexible schedule on eligible positions. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportive community dedicated to their well-being, financial security, and happiness.

Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity - affirmative action – M/F/Vet/Disability employer.