Project Engineer

The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated.

As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front. 

Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community. 

You’ll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities.

Who are we looking for?

Our Southeast Water business is seeking a motivated Project Engineer to support a variety of infrastructure projects across the DC Metro and Southeast Region. In this role, you’ll contribute to the engineering evaluation, design, permitting, and construction administration of water, wastewater, stormwater, and other environmental and civil systems. You’ll be involved in preparing technical reports and proposals, assisting with project studies, and supporting construction oversight to ensure quality and compliance.

This position offers the chance to work closely with experienced engineers and clients, helping to plan and execute impactful projects. You’ll also collaborate with junior staff by sharing insights and offering informal guidance, while building strong working relationships with clients through regular updates and coordination. 

If you're looking to grow your technical skills in a supportive, team-oriented environment, join our Water team in Chantilly, VA!

Our Hybrid Work Model: 

Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in

• Contract Management: Deliver required outcomes by coordinating activities of subcontractors and suppliers and acting as a primary point of contact for them while working within an established contract management plan.
• Engineering Inspections: Carry out inspections under the supervision of senior colleagues to evaluate the quality of engineering works and/or the integrity of existing installations or structures and make recommendations to senior colleagues on the remedial works needed to ensure conformance with specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Client & Customer Management (External): Help senior colleagues manage client and customer relationships by using relevant sales or client systems.
• Monitor Construction Works: Monitor and oversee the delivery of works to ensure that construction, maintenance, or improvement works are delivered in accordance with quality, cost, and time requirements.
• Engineering Drawings: Create engineering drawings to support the communication, evaluation, and implementation of engineering solutions.
• Engineering Solutions Design: Contribute to the design of engineering solutions; design the feasibility testing approach and supervise its implementation to support the development and validation of engineering solutions.
• Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
• Project Management: Work within an established project management plan to achieve specific goals.
• Research: Carry out a range of research activities either to support others or to fulfill the requirements of the role.

What you will bring to the team: 

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related field of study
• Professional Engineering (PE) License or ability to obtain it in the near future
• 5-12 years of experience with municipal water, wastewater, stormwater projects including engineering evaluations, design, permitting, and construction administration 
• Previous consulting experience strongly desired
• Able and willing to travel for site visits and client meetings as needed

If you’re interested in pursuing this opportunity, please submit your application below!

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

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