Remote Civil Engineer - Water Resources

Job Title: Civil Engineer - Water Resources

Job Description

We are actively seeking a talented Civil Engineer to join our water resources group in Florida. This role offers the opportunity to engage in a wide array of water resources and infrastructure-related projects, with a focus on designing and building solutions that positively impact ecosystems, watersheds, and communities across Florida. The ideal candidate will be involved in engineering, design, permitting, engineering during construction, and construction management services for a variety of clients, including municipalities and state agencies.

Responsibilities

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  Focus on large environmental restoration projects involving embankment systems, levees, reservoirs, pump stations, and watershed issues.

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  Apply various design engineering and modeling techniques in the development of water resource and heavy civil projects for state and local municipalities.

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  Perform complex engineering analyses and design calculations.

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  Prepare design drawings, construction specifications, opinion of probable construction costs, construction bid packages, technical memoranda, and reports.

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  Support and direct hydraulic and hydrology modeling, data collection, data assimilation, and presentations.

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  Act as liaison during construction management services, ensuring contractor compliance with permits and scheduling expectations.

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  Provide quality assurance during Engineering During Construction (EDC) services, including reviewing submittals and RFIs, and conducting construction observation.

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Essential Skills

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  Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering.

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  2-5 years of experience supporting water resources or infrastructure projects.

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  Proficiency in software such as Civil 3D, Bluebeam, HECRAS, ICPR, GeoSlope/Seep, MS Suite, and Adobe.

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  Must have EI, PE is a plus.

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  Ability to travel for extended periods to support CMS and EDC projects in Florida.

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Additional Skills & Qualifications

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  Experience with dams, levees, water control structures, pump stations, recreational areas, and municipal utilities.

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  Experience with sea level rise solutions and environmental restoration projects.

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Work Environment

This position offers a fully remote work environment, with a preference for candidates located near the Tampa Bay area. The role includes participation in on-site inspections and the potential to support CMS/EDC projects, which may require full-time presence on project sites. The company is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, and program management services, enhancing infrastructure and the environment throughout Florida with offices in Tampa, Tallahassee, West Palm Beach, and Orlando. Employees enjoy a flexible schedule and competitive compensation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Riverview, Florida.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $57.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

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• Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
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Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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