Water​/Wastewater Engineer III

Short Description

Bowman has an opportunity for a Water/Wastewater Engineer III to join our team in Williamsburg, VA.

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved.

We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Carry out complex or novel water/wastewater analysis, design, and permitting projects for public and private clients while meeting project schedules and budgets.

• Leadership and Direction: Receive broad guidance relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters. Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.
• At the Operational and Company Level: Assist with marketing of the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships with existing clients.
• Do the Work:
  • Use advanced techniques, theory precepts and practices in the water/wastewater civil engineering field and related sciences and disciplines.
  • Serve as a lead in the technical direction over other less experienced engineers, providing guidance and delegation of assignments.
  • Serve as a technical specialist and liaison between clients and agencies, subcontractors, and design teams on complex project issues.
  • Make design recommendations, adaptations, and modifications.
  • Plan, schedule, conduct, and/or coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work.
  • Carry out complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved civil engineering techniques or procedures to create new or refined equipment, materials, processes, or methods.
  • Create own design work using computer‑aided or manual drafting techniques.
  • Prepare reports and correspondence concerning the direction of projects.
  • Perform field investigations or inspections.
  • Conduct constructability reviews or assist in the design/plan/review of other civil engineering projects.
  • Work closely with other disciplines on multi‑discipline projects.
  • Review plans and prepare or review technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates.
  • Assist in recruiting and training younger staff and CAD drafters.

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Self‑reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
• Strong marketing/business development skills and mindset.
• Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, or mechanical engineering or related field required at time of employment.
• Five or more (5+) years of experience in water/wastewater or related projects.
• State professional licensure in relevant engineering discipline preferred.
• Experience with computer applications and design software.
• Familiarity with reading construction plans.
• Experience with water/wastewater systems, water treatment, water distribution, pump stations and operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with software such as AutoCAD, Civil3D, and hydraulic modeling software.

Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.

A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward‑thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are…