HR Green, Inc. · 4 hours ago
Lead Engineer - Municipal Wastewater
Melbourne, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
10+ years expHR Green, Inc. is a trusted leader in civil and environmental engineering with over 110 years of experience. They are seeking a motivated Lead Engineer to join their Water and Wastewater Practice in Melbourne, FL, where the individual will lead municipal water and wastewater engineering projects and mentor junior engineers.
Civil Engineering
Responsibilities
Independently performs engineering tasks related to water supply, wastewater treatment, pump/lift stations, sanitary sewer design, and water distribution systems using professional judgment and technical expertise
Supports or serves as Project Manager on various municipal water and wastewater projects, including assigning tasks, managing schedules, and mentoring junior staff
Leads and conducts technical reviews (formal and informal QA/QC) of engineering deliverables such as construction drawings, technical specifications, and hydraulic modeling reports
Makes design decisions that align with project goals and regulatory requirements for drinking water systems and wastewater infrastructure
Proactively identifies and resolves technical, scheduling, or budget-related issues in coordination with clients and the project team
Assists with contractor selection, bidding support, and preparation of contract documents for water and wastewater utility projects
Oversees construction administration tasks, including responding to contractor inquiries, issuing addenda, conducting field observations, and recommending change orders
Develops detailed cost estimates, engineering service proposals, and project schedules for new opportunities in the water/wastewater utility market
Signs and seals engineering documents as an authorized representative of HR Green
Serves as the technical lead for assigned civil/environmental infrastructure projects, or leads smaller, specialized water/wastewater projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in one or more states where HR Green operates or ability to obtain within 6 months
A minimum of 10 years of experience in water and wastewater system design, including pipelines, treatment plants, pump stations, and related utility infrastructure
Demonstrated ability to develop construction documents, manage technical tasks, and support or lead projects through all phases—from planning and permitting to construction administration
Proficiency in engineering software, modeling tools, and technical equipment used in municipal water/wastewater engineering
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience writing technical reports, regulatory submittals, and proposals
Valid driver's license and ability to travel for project-related site visits and client meetings
Benefits
Comprehensive and multi-faceted benefits package
Company
HR Green, Inc.
Founded in 1913, HR Green provides solutions that build communities and improve lives for our clients and the people they serve.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jason Poppen
Chief Executive Officer & President
Adam Lemel, PHR
HR Business Partner II
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