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With decades of experience, our water solution project history includes multiple examples of Distribution & Transmission Design, Booster Pump & Storage Tank Design and Remote SCADA System Design.\nPrimary Function\nCCI is seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Project Engineer/Manager to join our team. This role requires a professional with technical expertise in water and wastewater infrastructure design, a commitment to quality, and a desire to deliver exceptional project outcomes. The successful candidate will manage projects from concept to completion, providing leadership and technical guidance to ensure project milestones and client expectations are met.\nPrimary Duties\nLead, manage, and execute water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including planning, design, permitting, and construction completion.\nConduct engineering analyses and prepare detailed technical reports, drawings, and specifications for water and wastewater systems.\nCoordinate with public utilities and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.\nProvide project leadership, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.\nWork closely with clients to understand their needs, provide solutions, and ensure project goals align with their objectives.\nPrepare proposals, estimates, and contracts, supporting the business development team as needed.\nMentor junior engineers and team members, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.\nEducation and Experience Requirements\nBachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a related engineering discipline.\nProfessional Engineer (PE) license in TN (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire).\n4+ years of experience in water and wastewater project design and management.\nProven expertise in hydraulic modeling, pipeline design, pump station design, and treatment.\nProficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar design software.\nExperience with scheduling, budgeting, and team coordination.\nExcellent communication skills, both written and verbal.\nExperience working with local and regional agencies is preferred.\nKnowledge of applicable standards, regulations, and permitting processes is preferred.\nWhy Ardurra?\nWhile Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.\nArdurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. 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