National Wastewater Treatment Lead

Job Description

Why join us

AtkinsRéalis is growing fast in the theres never been a more exciting time to be part of our journey.

Were committed to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. That means creating solutions that matter and building a workplace where every voice is heard every perspective counts and everyone belongs.

By connecting people data and technology across our global network were tackling some of the worlds most complex challenges. And were looking for passionate driven professionals like you to help shape whats next.

Lets build the futuretogether.

We are seeking a National Wastewater Treatment Lead to join our team. This role can be located based out of one of our HUB office locations. These include Atlanta GA Orlando FL Henderson NV Austin or Houston TX or Alexandria VA offices. This is a hybrid role (combination of work remotely and in office weekly). This individual will be the national technical leader for wastewater treatment projects. The focus of this role is to provide project management and technical leadership on major municipal wastewater projects across the US.

About Us

AtkinsRéalis is one of the worlds most respected design engineering and project management consultancies. AtkinsRéalis has been providing infrastructure planning engineering construction environmental consulting urban planning architecture and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. AtkinsRéalis has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.

How will you contribute to the team

• Primary responsibilities include leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver system/facility planning process optimization and engineering for conventional and advanced wastewater treatment facilities technical services for solids handling/biosolids facilities effluent conversion to potable water and related regulatory advisory services.
• Provides technical leadership on projects and strategic pursuits and select initiatives and providing technical mentorship to wastewater treatment engineers.
• Establishes technical criteria on projects related to wastewater treatment and provides technical input/direction to project managers and team members.
• Conducts quality control checks reviews calculations designs evaluations and specifications developed by design staff for accuracy and completeness performs site inspections and reviews and conducts or oversees remedial design work.
• Designs and directs complex research efforts within the field of wastewater treatment. Defines scope and budget of projects with full responsibility for interpreting organizing and executing project assignments.
• Assists management in conducting project review audits involving wastewater treatment. Selects problems for investigation developing novel approaches and solutions to technical problems.
• Develops exhibits abstracts presentations and/or technical papers with Clients and internal staff for publication in technical journals and presentations at technical conferences both national and local. Participates in the development and implementation of in-house technical project delivery programs and coordinates with staff managers to selectively involve and educate engineering staff in these in-house programs as well as in outside technical development opportunities (conferences seminars etc.)
• Provides technical leadership on projects strategic pursuits and select initiatives. Defines and reviews scope and budget for wastewater projects. Coordinates with project leads to identify staffing needs deficiencies and opportunities for recruitment in technical specialty area.
• Assists in the identification screening recruitment and orientation of qualified candidates to fill key vacancies within the wastewater treatment field. Performs such other duties as this roles supervisor the National Water Infrastructure Technical Director may from time to time deem necessary.

What will you contribute

• M.S. in civil environmental or chemical engineering from an ABET accredited program Ph.D. with an emphasis on biological wastewater treatment process is preferred.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in at least one state with ability to obtain license in other states in a timely manner (within 6 months of need arising) as projects dictate.
• Ideal candidate will have a minimum of 15 years of progressive technical design experience within the consulting industry.
• Experience with biological process modeling and simulation software. Experience with biological process operation and troubleshooting. Experience and interest in pursuing leadership opportunities within professional associations.
• Experience with successful pursuit of projects and research grants related to biological wastewater treatment processes and technology.
• Experience in giving presentations for clients and professional organizations. Affiliation and active participation with organizations such as Water Environment Federation.
• Excellent speaking presenting and writing skills. Ability to travel locally and nationally as needed.
• Candidates must thrive in a team environment and have proven interpersonal skills public speaking and persuasive ability.
• Local regional and/or national recognition as an industry leader with a publication record engagement in national associations and conference presentation experience a plus.
• Strong technical background and experience in wastewater treatment facilities.

What we offer at AtkinsRéalis:

At AtkinsRéalis our valuesSafety Integrity Collaboration Innovation and Excellenceare more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture guide our decisions and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow succeed and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical dental vision company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting employee stock purchase plan Paid Time Off leaves of absences options flexible work options recognition and employee satisfaction programs employee assistance program and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

Are you ready to expand your career with us Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

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Expected compensation range is between $150000 - $175000 annually OR $72.00 - $84.00 hourly depending on skills experience and geographical location.

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