Job Type

Full-time

Description

MNS Engineers, Inc. (MNS) is a fast-growing profitable multi-service infrastructure consulting firm offering planning, construction management, civil engineering, and surveying services throughout California. With nine offices throughout California, the Company has provided services to the transportation, water resources, government services, and federal markets for over 60 years. We are well positioned in the marketplace, and on a trajectory to continue our geographic services expansion.

MNS is hiring a Resident Engineer to serve as the Owner's professional representative on water/wastewater/wet infrastructure construction projects, assuring projects are being built according to the contract documents

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

General

Works with technical field inspectors and project team members to assure project goals are being met
Performs a wide variety of construction engineering, including but not limited to water and wastewater facilities
Handles MNS Quality Control and project Quality Assurance
Manages professional and technical staff and contract administration
Reviews change orders, shop drawings, materials testing, surveying
Conducts meetings and utility coordination
Arranges for materials testing, surveying, grade verification and requests for payment
Complies with EEO/labor compliance requirements
Prepares progress and final documents to meet each project's regulatory agency administration requirements
Works on a major project or several projects of moderate scope with complex features
Prepares and reviews complete project documents for conformity and quality assurance
Assists other market leaders and staff as a technical specialist or advisor as needed
Supervises all staff necessary to complete assignments and is responsible for project profitability
Maintains scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments
Prepares proposals to provide professional services under the direction of Regional Market Leader
Resolves issues arising from the inspection process or from contract administration
Assists with recruitment and proactively mentors junior staff
Acts as primary point of contact with clients and approving agencies
Other related duties as assigned

Water and wastewater system construction oversight

Supervise the installation of water pipelines, sewer lines, pump stations, and treatment plants, ensuring correct design and installation.
Oversee the construction of treatment processes in facilities, such as clarifiers, filtration systems, disinfection units (e.g., chlorination), and chemical dosing equipment.
Ensure the proper sealing, pressure testing, and leak detection of water distribution pipelines and sewer systems.
Manage the construction of stormwater management systems (e.g., retention basins, culverts, drainage ditches) to prevent flooding and manage water flow in urban areas.
Oversee the correct installation and testing of mechanical equipment like pumps, valves, blowers, and aerators in wastewater treatment facilities.
Ensure proper grading and erosion control around water facilities to prevent contamination or failure of critical infrastructure.

Environmental compliance and health standards

Ensure compliance with environmental regulations such as the Clean Water Act, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits, and local water quality standards.
Oversee implementation of erosion and sediment control measures to protect water bodies from construction runoff.
Work with environmental engineers to ensure that effluent from wastewater treatment facilities meets discharge permit requirements.
Ensure the proper handling and treatment of hazardous materials, including chemicals used in water/wastewater treatment.

Coordination with utility agencies

Coordinate with local water and sewer agencies to ensure the infrastructure meets public health standards and is integrated into existing networks.
Liaise with state and federal regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with water and wastewater regulations.

Requirements

MINIMUM EDUCATION, LICENSURE, OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED

BS in Civil Engineering or related field
California registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) required
Valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driver's record are required

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

8 + years construction contract management experience related to water or wastewater construction projects
Working knowledge of federal/state/local water regulations and document coordination on federally or state funded projects

Desired Construction management Experience

We are seeking candidates with experience in some of the following areas. While not every item is required, experience in a combination of these areas will be highly valued:

Large diameter sewer and water pipeline, including trenchless installations
Water and wastewater treatment plants, including membrane filtration technology
Sewer lift stations
Booster pump stations
Groundwater wells
Stormwater diversion, capture, and treatment
Flood control infrastructure
SCADA installation, integration, and startup commissioning

OTHER REQUIRED SKILLS

Possesses good oral and written communication skills
Interacts with other staff
Represents the organization in communications and conferences pertaining to broad aspects of engineering assignments
Able to negotiate change orders effectively
Able to effectively manage people

MNS Engineers is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our team members. Depending on your employment status, MNS Engineers' benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence and retirement benefits. MNS Engineers is an EEO/AA M/F/V/D employer.

Salary Description

$177,000 to $225,000 per year

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