Forge ahead with WSB. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results and we've dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration and forward-thinking ideas. We've inspired each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us.

What You Will Do:

•    Lead project management and process design for new water/wastewater treatment facilities, lift stations, review existing water/wastewater treatment facilities, prepare reports for proposed equipment/systems upgrades and replacements, and present your findings to clients and regulatory agencies

•    Conduct business development and develop client relationships in the water/wastewater industry

•    Independently evaluate, select, and apply various treatment technologies, equipment, and processes to optimize performance or ensure compliance with environmental regulations, and apply the results to water/wastewater treatment plant configurations

•    Develop specifications and drawings such as process flow diagrams (PFDs) and process & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) for senior drafting technicians

•    Assess the impact of changing DOH, EPA and MPCA regulations for specific client needs

•    Travel to client and vendor locations for design reviews, field verification of designs, proposal presentations, and business development activities

•    All aspects of multi-discipline projects and clients from the proposal process to project closeout.

•    You will plan, direct, and coordinate activities including client meetings, public meetings, and public involvement events so that projects move forward within the prescribed time frames and budgets.

•    You will anticipate client needs, biases, and preferences and tailor communication and work output accordingly.

•    You will lead, coordinate and delegate work to multiple work teams working in multiple locations.

•    You will work directly with water/wastewater client staff and/or other consulting firms to deliver CIP programs and or projects, potentially on-site in a staff augmentation setting.

•    Formulate, track and meet program and project budgets and schedules.

•    Maintain open and effective communication with clients as well as internal and external stakeholders.

•    Prepare or coordinate preparation of project / client correspondence and documentation.

•    You will participate in and lead business development activities to new and existing clients through the following activities: plans, leads and participates in client meetings and networking events.

•    Develops new client contacts and relationships in all areas of expertise.

•    Understanding of alternative funding sources for municipal projects, and ability to secure funding.

What You Will Bring:

•    A minimum of 8 + years of experience in water and/or wastewater engineering in areas such as evaluating, planning, designing, and constructing municipal and industrial water/wastewater treatment facilities, lift stations, wastewater conveyance and water distribution systems.

•    A minimum of 3 years of water or wastewater engineering project management experience

•    A Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

•    A current PE license or the ability to obtain one within 6 months

•    A valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and the ability to work at a variety of locations

•    The ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and terrains associated with construction projects

•    Excellent organizational and communications skills

Experience in some or most of the following technical areas:

•    Wastewater treatment process design

•    Water treatment process design

•    Well and pump house design

•    Water Storage

•    Biological nutrient removal

•    Biosolids stabilization and processing

•    Pilot testing

•    Process modeling

•    Advanced oxidation

•    Reuse

Our preferred candidate will have:

•    A Master's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

•    Proven business development experience

•    Experience mentoring, developing, and mentoring staff

Who We Are: WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.

Full time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short- and long-term disability, 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave. 

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.

WSB strives to ensure that its careers web site is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application, please email wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com.            

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e-mail us at wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com. In your e-mail, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: WSB does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by WSB, we reserve the right to pursue and hire any unsolicited candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies