South Essex Sewerage District, 50 Fort Avenue, Salem, MA is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Senior Wastewater Engineer to manage and coordinate the engineering and capital improvement activities of the District. Supervises engineering staff and/or works with plant operations and maintenance divisions on projects. Candidate will have an opportunity to help lead a Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan for the District’s infrastructure and develop and implement a multi-year capital improvement plan.
Qualifications:
a. BS in Civil , Sanitary or Mechanical Engineering.
b. Registration as Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Massachusetts, or P.E. registration in another state and ability to receive Massachusetts licensure within six months.
c. At least twelve years of experience as an engineer after receipt of Bachelors Degree. Substantial knowledge of design and construction of primary and secondary treatment wastewater facilities including collection systems.
d. At least ten years of experience in design and construction of wastewater and water engineering projects in the United States.
e. Highly proficient in written and oral communications.
f. Knowledge of construction practices and contractors in the New England area.
g. Experience in preparation of engineering studies, design, and construction management of projects associated with wastewater conveyance, treatment, pumping, and metering facilities.
Highly Desirable Experience, Certifications and Licenses:
a. Advanced Degree in Engineering, Business or Finance
b. Massachusetts Wastewater Treatment Operators License
c. Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
d. Wastewater Collection System and Utility Management Certifications
Responsibilities:
§ Performs comprehensive project management duties related to the District’s construction activities such as planning, conceptual development, review of alternatives, cost effective analysis, budget preparation, cash flow projections, permitting/regulations, scoping of work, selection of consultants, scheduling, performance testing, review of contract submittals, record keeping, preparation and resolution of written comments, preparation of in-depth technical report summaries, oral presentations and project memorandums.
§ Performs analysis of funding mechanisms including SRF and WIFIA Loans, Grants, and other funding sources and helps develop strategic long-term capital finance plans.
§ Supervises and directs activities of consulting engineers and contractors working for the District with respect to studies, planning, capital improvements, collection system, pumping, metering, wastewater treatment and facilities related projects.
§ Responsible for developing contract documents for advertising, bidding and construction.
§ Responsible for supervision of construction activities to ensure conformance with contract documents including but not limited to regulatory requirements, shop drawings, correspondence, payment requests, project changes, change order requests and credits, testing, startup, commissioning, training, project closeout, warrantees and guarantees and project record keeping.
§ Develops and institutes project schedule and cost control mitigation measures to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
§ Communicates, coordinates and meets with District staff and any other personnel involved in project and/or construction work to address and/or resolve issues. Attends and makes sound recommendations during project design and construction meetings.
§ Provides resolution of construction claims and disputes. Prepares change orders and extra work documentation as required.
§ Works with the Operations and Maintenance Divisions to assist in the resolution of operational and mechanical issues associated with District facilities, equipment and buried infrastructure.
§ Reviews process operations and identifies cost saving methods and procedures.
§ Identifies modifications to existing equipment and performs life cycle cost analyses involving pay back and other analysis to support recommended modifications.
§ Works with the Maintenance Division to develop protocol and procedures to minimize down time and maximize equipment operating efficiencies and life cycles.
§ Works with the Operations and Maintenance Divisions to monitor energy consumption and initiate energy saving opportunities.
Other:
§ Full benefit package including Massachusetts Group Insurance Commission (GIC) municipal health insurance and Massachusetts pension.
Salary commensurate with experience.
To obtain the application information and submittal requirements package for this position, contact Anita Runne’ at 978-744-4550 ext. 158, by email at arunne@sesd.com or visit our website at http://www.sesd.com. The District has a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. EOE