Job Description

Job Description

About Us

AlexRenew is one of the most advanced wastewater utilities in the United States, serving over 300,000 customers in Alexandria, VA, and parts of Fairfax County. Each year, our facility processes and treats approximately 13 billion gallons of wastewater received from area homes, schools, and businesses to protect public health and the environment. If you are interested in working for a leader in the wastewater industry, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our Wastewater Engineer / Planner II position.

What we do and how we do it is driven by our five Goals:

• Operational Excellence: Taking proactive steps to meet current and future challenges.
• Thriving Workforce: Investing in our staff and fostering a culture of belonging.
• Strategic Partnerships: Promoting watershed-level thinking.
• Environmental Sustainability: Being good stewards of our resources to minimize our impact.
• Commitment to the Community: Strengthening connections with the public and providing affordable service.

Summary:

The Engineer / Planner II manages a varied portfolio of wastewater utility planning, design and construction projects. Working under the direction of the Engineering Manager, they are responsible for ensuring the assigned portfolio of work achieves and/or supports organizational goals and objectives; and meets regulatory requirements. They also work with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders for project and program delivery.

**Essential Duties & Responsibilities: **

• Manages an assigned portfolio of CIP and/or IRR projects to meet schedule, budget, quality and outcome objectives for internal customers (such as operations, maintenance, reliability, and finance staff).
• Works closely with Finance Department (and/or other appropriate staff) to draft, negotiate, and review relevant vendor agreements/contracts and recommends organizational approval of such agreements/contracts.
• Manages and/or oversees relevant vendor contracts and agreements, including engineering consultant and construction contracts, and all components thereof (such as individual task orders or invoice review/approval) to ensure project budget, schedule and quality measures are met.
• Prepares, reviews and/or coordinates engineering design plans, project specifications, cost estimates and other documentation such as technical studies, reports and submittals with appropriate consultants, team members and others. Provides direction, guidance and reviews comments in support of internal customer outcomes and goals for each project. Works collaboratively to timely resolve issues.
• Ensures that all AlexRenew projects comply with federal, state and local regulations and are completed on time and budget.
• Develops an understanding of regulatory and permitting requirements for VDEQ, the Potomac River and the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Assists with the development of permitting plans and permit applications
• Maintains accurate and well-organized project documentation, files and all associated project details and paperwork.
• Attends and facilitates project design, progress and other meetings. Attends training and various tests such as system/ equipment functional and performance tests.
• Supervises and/or conducts field inspections of municipal contract construction work as needed.
• Participates in and manages aspects of AlexRenew’s participation in the City of Alexandria’s Development review process. Attends City permit and/or special inspection meetings related to assigned project portfolio.
• Performs analysis and provides work products in support of internal meetings, status briefings, budget discussions and documents as required.
• Through direct supervisor, contributes to implementation of CEO/GM and Board’s strategic plans, initiatives and directives including budget and policy planning, as it relates to area of responsibility.
• Actively promotes safe behaviors and health awareness at all times in the execution of daily tasks
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Key Competencies:

• Accountability
• Communication
• Dependability
• Decision Making
• Initiative
• Safety Awareness
• Teamwork

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, sanitary, environmental, mechanical or chemical engineering, or related technical/construction discipline preferred.

• Five (5) years of engineering experience relating to the design, construction and/or operation of wastewater collection systems or treatment plants; or a combination of education, coursework and professional experience as described above desired.

• Ability to obtain Virginia Professional Engineer (PE) within required years of experience desired.

• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Strong verbal/written communication skills, organizational skills, and the ability to work well both independently and in team environment required.

• Ability to resolve problems using tact and diplomacy required.

• Demonstrated project management skills on a large project or suite of smaller projects involving engineering, planning, design, construction and/or facilities commissioning. Project Management Professional (PMP) desired.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. A detailed Physical Demands Analysis is available in Human Resources and a copy will be provided to all incumbents in this position. While performing the duties of this job, typical of office work, include lifting up to 10 pounds, and minimal pushing or pulling.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter on an occasional to regular basis while performing the functions of this job. Environmental conditions necessitate following strict safety guidelines and use of Personal Protective Equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee performs work indoors in a climate controlled environment, with some outdoor work required for routine project site visits.

Disclaimer:

The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.