Engineer / Planner II

Summary: The Engineer / Planner II manages a varied portfolio of wastewater utility planning, design and construction projects under the direction of the Engineering Manager. They are responsible for ensuring that their projects support AlexRenew’s organizational goals and comply with regulatory requirements. This role involves completing assignments that require technical judgment, analyzing and monitoring project budgets and cost estimates, performing engineering calculations, demonstrating initiative in problem-solving, analyzing record documents, policy interpretation, and work planning. The Engineer / Planner II identifies and manages project risks, supports the development of project delivery strategies, and contributes technical expertise to assigned projects. They regularly coordinate with internal departments, external stakeholders, consultants, and contractors to ensure successful program and project execution. The position continues to develop technical expertise, independent judgment, and leadership skills necessary to manage increasingly complex assignments. Must also be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the Engineer/Planner I position. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Project and Program Management Manages an assigned portfolio of wastewater-related capital improvement (CIP), infrastructure renewal and replacement (IRR), and planning projects to meet defined scope, budget, schedule, and quality expectations. Coordinates day-to-day project activities with consultants, contractors, construction management team, and internal stakeholders; resolves routine project issues and escalates complex or significant issues to the Engineering Manager as appropriate. Manages consultant and contractor performance, including monitoring deliverables, cost estimates, schedules, and invoices; documents performance issues and recommends corrective actions. Prepares scopes of work, work authorization memoranda, cost estimates, and supporting documentation for Engineering Manager review and approval. Identifies and manages project risks, including technical challenges, permitting constraints, cost impacts, and schedule conflicts; develops proposed mitigation strategies and escalates significant issues as appropriate. Supports procurement by preparing solicitation documents and evaluating proposals (including ITBs, RFQs, and RFPs) in coordination with the Procurement Department. Coordinates with Finance, Procurement, and other departments to support the development, review, and administration of contracts, agreements, and task orders. Coordinates construction activities, field observations, inspections, commissioning, and equipment performance testing; tracks open issues through resolution. Maintains accurate, complete, and organized project documentation, including contracts, correspondence, schedules, cost records, and technical deliverables using SharePoint. Technical Oversight and Coordination Performs and coordinates technical reviews of engineering reports, design plans, specifications, hydraulic analyses, cost estimates, and submittals for technical accuracy, constructability, and consistency with project objectives. Locates, reviews, and analyzes existing design documents, technical studies, and as-built records to understand existing system configurations and operations, identify potential conflicts, and inform project planning, design, and construction. Provides technical comments and recommendations to consultants and contractors and works collaboratively to resolve design and construction issues. Coordinates input from Operations, Maintenance, Reliability, Finance, and other stakeholders to incorporate their respective needs into project planning, design, and execution. Supports the development of engineering solutions for wastewater treatment, conveyance, pumping, and related utility infrastructure. Assists with preparation of permit applications and supporting documentation…

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