AKM Consulting Engineers is a multi-disciplined professional organization that specializes in providing water resources engineering and related services to public agencies. The scope of services offered by AKM includes all facets of planning, modeling, design and construction support and management for potable water, recycled water, wastewater and drainage projects. AKM works in a team-based environment with multi-disciplinary responsibilities being shared as appropriate.
AKM is seeking a Principal Engineer with previous experience in water, recycled water, wastewater, and stormwater/storm drain systems. Work will be conducted under the direction of the President/Principal in Charge. In addition to technical abilities, an ideal candidate will have excellent communications and writing skills; be able to assist in working directly with clients via email, meetings, and phone conversations; and be able to document work efforts in report format.
Typical tasks will include the following:
A minimum of ______ years of experience in the position of Senior Civil Engineer or a higher classification is required, as is a minimum of _______ years in a supervisory position
Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California is required
A minimum of _________ years of experience working for a water utility company, water district and/or a local agency’s water engineering or utilities division
Knowledge of: State, Federal and locally applicable statues, policies, standards, ordinances and regulations related to civil engineering practices of public agencies; municipal public works administration; principles of planning, controlling, and organizing activities of a major civil engineering section; engineering design and analysis; traffic engineering; construction contract law; principles of cost accounting; supervisory techniques; public speaking techniques; and budget preparation and administration practices; public works construction methods, design and materials; and principles and practices of personnel management and supervision
Competent use of relevant software such as MS Office Suite and civil engineering specific software
Benefits include competitive salary, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, paid vacation, paid sick leave and paid holidays, 401(k) profit sharing with employer match, parental leave.
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Join our team in Southern California and contribute your expertise to the successful completion of challenging and impactful infrastructure projects. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development. We also offer a hybrid work environment, providing flexible work hours and work-life balance. Apply now and be part of our dynamic and innovative team.