Lead Sediment Design Engineer

Our Business

We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisitions of Golder and Wood's Environment & Infrastructure business - with world-class expertise in environmental, social, and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.

As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a full-time Lead Sediment Design Engineer to support our growing sediment practice, based in our Portland, ME office. Locating in our Boston, MA, Chelmsford, MA, and/or Merrimack, NH offices will also be considered. Be involved in projects with our Project Teams and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges.

Why join our Portland WSP Team? The Portland, Maine New England - North office is a multi-disciplinary science/engineering/architecture team of 130+ staff that offers the opportunity to work on technically challenging projects for a wide range of clients throughout the US. We are a close-knit team of dedicated professionals working to find solutions for our diverse customer base! Our knowledgeable and skilled Engineers (Civil, Environmental, Geotechnical, Fire Protection, Mechanical, Structural), Scientists, Remediation Specialists, Chemists, Geologists/Hydrogeologists, and Data Visualization Specialists and Architects are what make us known in the Industry and drive our recognition for delivering high quality and technical excellence. We realize this success is the result of the efforts and abilities of our people. With such large scope and brand recognition, and the size of the Office, our employees have the opportunity to work on complex and diverse projects. Our team takes pride in maintaining a small family-like environment, while also having the structure, resources, and opportunities of a large international organization. Our Portland office is right in the heart of Downtown Portland; a diverse and lively city with an outstanding restaurant scene and lots to do if you're an outdoor enthusiast or love the arts - something for everyone! What is considered the hub of WSP's Earth & Environment Northeast District, we are looking to grow our team in supporting our current projects and workload as well as advance our strategic planning and vision - please consider joining us!

Your Impact

• Serve as the Lead Design Engineer for current key projects/programs focused on sediment remediation.
• Participate in the development of strategic approaches that both meet regulatory requirements and bring the best value to clients.
• Provide engineering design expertise for the remediation of contaminated sediments, soil, and groundwater involving remedies such as dredging, capping, containment, in-situ and ex-situ treatment, and subsurface vapor mitigation.
• Coordinate the development and finalization of technical documents, such as remedial design drawings and specifications, Design Plans, construction completion reports, and permit applications in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Successfully perform project delivery functions including tracking project activities related to scope, schedule, and budget.
• Serve as a technical leader and interact with clients to solve their toughest issues.
• Serve as a mentor.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Licensed PE
• B.S. or M.S. degree in civil, environmental, geologic, or other similar engineering degrees.
• Minimum 7 to 10 years experience.
• 40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification and up-to-date 8-hour refresher.
• Experienced technical, and client relationship-building capabilities.
• Strong working knowledge of regulatory frameworks including CERCLA, RCRA, 401 and 404 permitting, and technical guidance. Familiarity with other local, State and federal (USEPA) agencies/regulations is a plus.
• Experience with both conventional and innovative sediment remediation technologies.
• Experience developing and implementing Pre-Design Investigations, Remedial Designs, and Remedial Action Implementation projects (regulatory and technical/contractual).
• The candidate must have strong computer and writing skills.
• The successful candidate must be able to work independently and show a high level of initiative and attention to detail.
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.

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