Water Resources Project Engineer III/IV - job 1 of 2

As a Water Resources Project Engineer III/IV at Lochmueller Group, you'll take ownership of wastewater, drinking water, and stormwater projects. Your responsibilities will include project management, design compliance, mentorship to junior engineers, and ensuring all designs conform to the latest specifications. You'll read and interpret construction plans, perform design quantity computations, and engage with surveying data. Your ability to navigate regulatory compliance and oversight will be essential to the success of our projects.

To qualify for the Water Resources Project Engineer III/IV position at Lochmueller Group, you should hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering and possess a Professional Engineer (PE) license. With over 10 years of experience in the field, proficiency in AutoCAD, and strong communication skills, you'll be well-equipped to lead projects and contribute to our vibrant team.

The role of Water Resources Project Engineer III/IV at Lochmueller Group is pivotal in furthering our mission of enhancing community infrastructure. By managing critical water projects and ensuring compliance with regulations, you enable us to deliver high-quality services to public and private entities. Your work helps shape sustainable solutions that meet the needs of our communities while aligning with our core values, ensuring integrity and accountability in everything we do.

For the Water Resources Project Engineer III/IV position at Lochmueller Group, proficiency in AutoCAD is essential, as well as familiarity with relevant design and modeling software. Experience with project management and accounting software is beneficial. A solid understanding of Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, is also important for documenting projects and presenting insightful reports to stakeholders.

Lochmueller Group promotes a workplace culture that values employee ownership, collaboration, and respect. As a Water Resources Project Engineer III/IV, you'll be part of a supportive environment where creativity and accountability thrive. Our commitment to ongoing development and mentorship fosters both personal and professional growth, ensuring that every contributor feels valued and motivated to drive impactful results.

In responding to this question, detail specific projects you have worked on, the role you played, and the challenges you faced in wastewater and stormwater management. Highlight any success stories where your engineering solutions improved project outcomes, demonstrating your ability to apply your comprehensive knowledge in real-world applications.

Discuss your systematic approach to regulatory compliance, including how you stay updated with changing regulations. Share experiences where you've had to navigate complex compliance issues and how your thorough understanding of policies has facilitated successful project approvals and outcomes.

Mention your expertise specifically in AutoCAD and any other relevant design and modeling software you are proficient with. Provide examples of how you have effectively utilized these tools in previous projects to achieve desired outcomes, showcasing your technical capabilities.

Describe your project management techniques, stressing the importance of clear communication and teamwork in meeting deadlines. Provide an example of a project where you successfully coordinated a team, highlighting how you adjusted plans and timelines as necessary to ensure project completion.

Share your philosophy on mentorship, citing specific techniques you've used to develop junior engineers. Highlight the importance of providing constructive feedback, fostering independence, and creating growth opportunities through hands-on experience and learning.

Discuss particular challenges that are unique to water resources projects, such as regulatory changes or environmental considerations. Explain how you approach these challenges, utilizing past experiences to demonstrate your problem-solving skills and resilience.

Articulate a specific project from start to finish, outlining your role, the challenges you encountered, and how you overcame them. Emphasize the outcome and any positive impact it had on the community, reinforcing your project management capabilities.

Explain your communication strategy, stressing the importance of transparency and reliability. Share examples of how effective communication has led to successful project outcomes and strengthened client relationships in your previous roles.

Discuss specific methods and tools you employ for accurate design quantity computations, underscoring your attention to detail and mathematical proficiency. Provide an example of a project where precise computations were critical to the project's success.

Describe your approach to budget management, emphasizing proactive measures such as regular reviews and cost tracking. Discuss your problem-solving skills by providing a scenario where you successfully managed costs by adjusting project scopes or negotiating with vendors to stay within budget.