Environmental Engineer, Senior

Title: Environmental Engineer, Senior
State Role Title: Architect / Engineer I
Hiring Range: $85,000 - $95,471
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Virginia Department of Health
Location: ABINGDON FIELD OFFICE
Agency Website:
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Office of Drinking Water (ODW) is looking for an individual who wants to help the Drinking Water Financial and Construction Assistance Program (FCAP).
This position will serve as a Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Project Engineer/Manager within ODW's FCAP program located in the Abingdon Field Office. This position serves as the technical, administrative, financial, and regulatory expert for the construction loan/grant program in the field, with program supervision and guidance from the FCAP Project Team Leader or Division Director. They will also ensure completeness of contract documentation, compliance with approved plans and specifications, and conformity with program/state/federal requirements.
Duties include:
(1) Promoting sustainable water infrastructure.
(2) Applying and maintaining compliance with state or federal grants.
(3) Review and approve all technical documents pertaining to loan/grant project and provide the necessary technical assistance and guidance in their preparations.
(4) Performing on-site engineering inspections and evaluations of federally funded projects assessing adequacy of construction, and quality assurance and ensure that are complying with all requirements.
(5) Review and authorize construction pay estimates, change orders, compliance with approved plans and specifications, and conformity with program/state/federal requirements.
(6) Evaluating funding applications and be an expert resource to staff on the DWSRF program.
(7) Assisting other teams with construction and compliance needs.
In addition to experience with the above duties, the ideal candidate will have:
• Working knowledge of program requirements related to the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) or Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF).
• Ability to read and interpret federal and state laws, regulations and policies, and apply that understanding in the review of grant applications, including construction drawings.
• Independently respond to grant questions that include financial changes associated with the bid and construction process.
• Experience in database management Microsoft Office product suite including Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Federal and state laws governing the area of compliance.
• Ability to compile and analyze information and prepare reports and financial data accurately, on time, and under pressure at times.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with elected officials, consulting engineers, and various stakeholders involved in the water industry.
• A combination of education, training or experience that indicates the above knowledge and skills may be substituted for a degree.
Join a team of professionals committed to protecting public health associated with treatment and delivery of drinking water to the citizens of the Commonwealth.
The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick, family/personal, and annual leave!
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service's Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHS IG Exclusion List check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, or other background checks prior to employment may be required for certain positions.
Minimum Qualifications
• Experience in project management.
• Experience in interpreting plans and specifications.
• Federal and state laws governing the area of compliance.
• The ability to compile and analyze information and prepare reports and data accurately.
• The ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• A working understanding of Excel, Microsoft Office, and database software.
Additional Considerations
• Experience in the drinking water field.
• Working knowledge of program requirements related to the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) or Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF).
• Experience in managing construction projects.
• Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related fields.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Applicants requiring sponsorship need not apply.
VDH accepts only on-line applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position.
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service's Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions.
It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of our website:
If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.
As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer VDH Welcomes Veterans to apply!
Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.
Contact Information
Name: Phyllis Lawson
Phone: N/A
Email:
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.