Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater utility

Location Tampa
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Jason Strickland

Contact email: jasons@venda-search.com
Job ref: 37141
Published: about 12 hours ago

Project Engineer
Location – Tampa, FL
Salaries range from $100k–$125k plus 401k, Health Insurance, Vacation, PTO and Bonus scheme.

Our Client:
• A well-established and growing engineering consultancy specializing in Water and Wastewater Utility projects across Florida.
• Known for their collaborative environment, commitment to mentorship, and focus on delivering high-impact public infrastructure solutions.

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead or support design and delivery of water/wastewater utility projects (pipelines, pump stations, lift stations, treatment systems).
• Collaborate directly with municipal and utility clients to ensure project alignment with goals.
• Coordinate schedules, budgets, and deliverables with internal teams.
• Prepare technical reports, construction documents, and regulatory submittals.
• Support proposal development, cost estimating, and business development efforts.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team growth.

The successful candidate must have/show:
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (or related field).
• 3–8 years of experience in water/wastewater utility design and project execution.
• Prior experience with municipal or utility clients (Florida experience preferred).
• Knowledge of Florida design standards, permitting, and utility practices.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative mindset.

Please contact Jason Strickland for more information.