Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater

  • Kennedy/Jenks Consultants
  • San Francisco, California
  • Full Time

Kennedy Jenks is seeking a dynamic Project Engineer to join our team in Northern California. This role is ideal for an individual skilled in managing multiple tasks and deadlines while working with multi-disciplinary teams. In this role, you will be involved in a variety of water, wastewater, recycled water, utility infrastructure, and treatment process improvement projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and Analysis: Develop detailed designs, consisting of drawings, specifications, and calculations for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Manage technical tasks including planning, design, and construction support for civil infrastructure projects.
  • Project Management: Support larger projects or lead smaller projects or components, coordinating with the Project Manager, team members, and sub-consultants. Ensure the timely completion of tasks and assist in managing project budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
  • Technical Support: Provide expert support for multi-disciplinary teams in planning and executing infrastructure projects, including pipelines, tanks/reservoirs, pump stations, and treatment facilities. Understand and apply industry standards, client requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
  • Field Work: Conduct site inspections and field measurements. Engage in field activities, ensuring accurate data collection and analysis.
  • Documentation and Coordination: Prepare engineering documents and contract documents, including construction specifications and plans. Review shop drawings and submittals, respond to requests for information, and prepare site observation reports.
  • Communication and Collaboration: Assist in preparing client presentations and maintaining client communication. Ensure compatibility with design intent by coordinating with other disciplines.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related scientific discipline required. Master's degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of relevant experience in the planning, design, and analysis of water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
  • Broad understanding of municipal engineering, site development design, construction methods, and design and construction codes.
  • California Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or ability to obtain California PE within 6 months of hire.
  • Valid driver's license and good driving record required.

Kennedy Jenks supports a healthy work-life balance and utilizes ahybrid modelof home and office work to empower our people to thrive and achieve their full potential.

Salary range for this position is anticipated to be $105,000 to $170,000, and may vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications and geographic location.

Benefits summary: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k, bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and other benefits and programs.

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Job ID: 479853484
Originally Posted on: 6/5/2025

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