Water Resources Engineer – Entry Level – Permit Review Focus; Hybrid

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Hybrid locations:
Minneapolis, MN:
Duluth, MNtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
R-101966
** The role – what you’ll do
** Barr is seeking a water resources engineer with a permit review focus to join our Minneapolis or Duluth, Minnesota, team. In this hybrid role, you will support the Water Resources group with reviewing permit applications submitted to watershed districts and/or municipal clients for development and redevelopment projects.

A successful person in this role is motivated and emphasizes client service by providing quality deliverables. They enjoy working independently and as part of a team, using their expertise and technical skills to add to each project. They are flexible in working with their project teams and are willing to occasionally modify schedules to meet project deadlines and/or client needs. Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, as well as excellent organizational skills, including scheduling, prioritization, and follow-up, are key to success.

Additionally, this role requires the ability to effectively present technical information to diverse audiences.
** Your impact – key responsibilities**
* **** Permitting and compliance:
**** review development and construction plans for compliance with stormwater, erosion and sediment control, floodplain, and wetland management rules. Coordinate with permitting agencies, watershed district staff, public officials, and legal counsel. Evaluate stormwater plans and designs submitted by applicants.
* ** Reporting and presentation:
** provide written and oral technical guidance, prepare permit review summaries, and present findings to decision-making bodies.
* ** Technical analysis:
** perform calculations, conduct data analysis, and compile technical reports.
* ** Regulatory knowledge:
** regulatory programs related to project work may include watershed districts, state and federal agencies, and municipalities, among others.
* ** Client*
* ** support:
** provide occasional support for client meetings, audits, assessments, etc.
** About the opportunity**
* ** Compensation**: anticipated range of $70,000–$90,000 annually. Compensation will vary based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. Employees in this position may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance. This position is classified exempt (salaried) under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
* ** Status:
** this position is being hired as a full-time role, but flexible or part-time schedules may be considered based on qualifications and availability.
* ** Hybrid:
** a hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position can be based out of Barr's Minneapolis or Duluth, Minnesota, offices.
* ** Work environment:
** ability to work in an office environment. Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
** About you – required core competencies**
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* Education:

** bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering.
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* Experience:

** minimum two years of relevant water resources experience.  + Familiarity with stormwater management, earthwork and grading plans, and stormwater best management practices (BMPs).  + Basic understanding of water-related concepts, standards, and environmental regulations.
* ** Software:
** strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office and PDF editing software.
* Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future.
** Helpful additional experience (not required)
*** 3+ years of water resources experience.
* Experience with environmental regulations and permitting in Minnesota or the Midwest.
* Experience with erosion and sediment control practices.
* Knowledge of floodplain and wetland management.
* Working knowledge of hydrologic and hydraulic…