About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Position overview

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Civil/Environmental Engineer to join its Water Practice supporting water resources, water quality, and wastewater management projects. This role is ideal for recent graduates or professionals in the first year of their career who want hands-on exposure to technical analyses, data-driven reporting, and multidisciplinary project work.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client hires like a third‑party recruiter: we look for clear deliverables, measurable outcomes, and a candidate-focused experience. Typical responsibilities include:

• Provide technical and project support across water-focused engagements.
• Assist with research, field and desk-based data collection, and quantitative analysis related to water resources, water quality, and wastewater management.
• Prepare technical reports, memos, and project deliverables that communicate methods, results, and recommendations.
• Analyze water and wastewater treatment needs, treatment performance, and cost considerations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of scientists, engineers, and project managers to meet client objectives.
• Support project coordination and administrative tasks to help keep projects on schedule and on budget.

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What We’re Looking For

We use third-party recruiting best practices to screen for demonstrated potential and fit. Candidates should have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering (water/wastewater focus), or a closely related field.
• 0–1 years of professional experience (recent graduates encouraged to apply).
• Strong analytical, research, and problem‑solving skills.
• Data analysis experience, including advanced Excel functions; experience with R is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in teams.
• Academic coursework or research experience in wastewater, water resources, or water quality.
• Internship or project experience in environmental consulting, water management, or related fields.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations and compliance frameworks relevant to water programs.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Note: The role title references security clearance. Candidates should be able to obtain and maintain any required security clearance for projects if requested by the client.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $70,000 - $85,000 per year.
• Benefits package (summary): health & dental insurance, life insurance, long‑term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, robust 401(k) plan, profit sharing, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), paid vacation (11–20 days, depending on tenure/location), paid holidays, and paid sick leave per state requirements.
• Exact salary offer depends on experience and qualifications. State-specific pay transparency requirements will be honored where applicable.

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Location & Work Environment

• Primary work location: Merrifield / Fairfax, Virginia (22031).
• This is a full‑time position. Some projects may require occasional travel to client sites.
• Confidential Client fosters a flexible and collaborative work environment.

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Recruiting & Equal Opportunity

Careertakes screens candidates using best practices from third‑party recruiting: objective criteria, timely communication, and candidate support throughout the process. Confidential Client is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.

For applicants with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation to access the application process, please contact Careertakes or the hiring representative to request assistance.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.