Location: Dayton, Lyon County

‍Responsibilities/Duties:

·        Reviews residential and commercial building permit applications for completeness and compliance with current federal, state, and local codes, ordinances, and regulations relating to but not limited to plumbing, electrical, HVAC, framing, etc.; reviews specifications and building plans; consults with originator to clarify or make corrections as needed.

·        Coordinates plan review process with staff from other units, divisions, or departments; monitors assembly of items required to fulfill conditions of approval placed on projects by the Planning Commission; ensures all required documents are collected and reviewed and approved by the required divisions or departments.

·        Assists the public at the front counter, by telephone, by email, or video conference, answering questions and providing information regarding building permit applications.

·        Performs periodic routine site inspections of construction projects and private sewer lateral installations as assigned; enforces codes by issuing instructions, recommendations, citations, and stop work orders; enters field inspection reports into an automated record system.

·        Prepares and maintains various forms, reports, records, and public information handouts. Coordinates the dissemination of information via the County’s website, social media platforms and building department counter with other members of the department and city staff. • Assists in the review of procedures, processes and software used for the receipt and review of plans and application materials for the purpose of improvement.

·        Attends and participates in professional group meetings to stay abreast of new trends, innovations, and procedures in plan checking and plan review; research emerging products and enhancements and their applicability to meet City needs. • Monitors changes in regulations and technology that may affect City operations; implements policy and procedural changes after approval. • Receives, investigates, and responds to difficult and sensitive problems and complaints in a professional manner; identifies and reports findings and takes necessary corrective action. •Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

·        Two (2) years of building plan review experience consistent with the requirements of this job description with another jurisdiction or consulting firm/agency, one (1) year of which was as a certified Plans Examiner are required; or,

·        Two years (2) years of experience performing plan review duties.

Education:

Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade is required. Related college coursework is highly desirable.

LICENSEAND/OR CERTIFICATE:

·        Possession of a valid Class C Nevada Driver's License is required.

·        Possession of a valid International Code Council (ICC)Residential Plans Examiner Certificate is required.

·        Possession of a valid International Code Council (ICC)Commercial Plans Examiner Certificate is required.

·        Possession of a valid International Code Council (ICC)Building Plans Examiner Certificate is required within 6 months of hire and must be maintained throughout employment.

Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

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If you're interested in this position, please email your resume to resumes@farrwestengineering.com.

Job Summary: Construction Inspector is responsible for overseeing the construction process for underground utilities, roadways, and facilities of Farr West designed projects.  Their duties include upholding the use of quality materials and procedures, construction compliance with design plans, and clear documentation of activities to ensure the construction adheres to the client’s expectations.

Responsibilities/Duties:

·        Communicate with engineer, client, contractor, and public in professional manner.

·        Review and interpret engineering/architectural plans and specifications.

·        Observe the daily progress, workmanship, material testing, and sampling procedures of construction projects as required by the contract.

·        Provide daily field reports and surveillance of construction work.

·        Observe and ensure compliance with construction materials, including workmanship, construction, and installation of various systems in accordance with design plans and contract documents.

·        Coordinate schedule for independent testing firms (3rd party testing), if required.

·        Identify and communicate with engineer to resolve issues on the project and implement solutions.

·        Verify contractor’s maintenance of accurate as-built drawings on a weekly basis and provide comments on completed as-built drawings.

·        Inform contractor and construction representatives of safety violations, subject to the limitations.

Qualifications/Skills:

·        Minimum of 5-years of experience in construction of municipal utilities, preferably water and wastewater utilities, treatment plants, roadways, and facilities.

·        Degree/certification in construction management/engineering is preferred.

·        Hold current OSHA 30‐hour certificate or similar safety training courses in excavations/trenching, scaffolding and fall protection, confined spaces, lifting/loading.

·        Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, processes, and methods) mechanical, electrical, and/or plumbing engineering customs and practices in expressing ideas, designs, and data in drawings.

·        Understanding of design principles, mathematics, and construction industry practice for the solution of civil, mechanical,electrical, and/or plumbing engineering problems.

·        Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with client and contractor in performance of duties.

·        Ability to plan, organize, review, and evaluate the work of engineers, contractors, and others.

·        Ability to manage numerous concurrently phased construction activities.

·        Ability to lift 20 pounds, work long days in the field, drive to various jobsites, and travel to remote areas and stay overnight.

·        Excellent communication, organizational, supervisory and planning skills.

·        Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook (email) applications.

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If you're interested in this position, please email your resume to resumes@farrwestengineering.com.

We are looking for a licensed Electrical Engineer with 7 years of experience in professional design of Electrical Systems for water, wastewater, and irrigation controls systems. Experience in several PCIS and SCADA technologies is a plus. Must have an Electrical Professional Engineer (P.E.) License in Nevada and California.

Key Responsibilities:

·        Manage multiple concurrent Electrical Design projects.

·        Provide technical guidance on assigned projects for the project team.

·        Work with other Sr. Engineers and Project Engineers to provide a quality experience for our customers and successful integration to meet each customer’s needs.

·        Review Proposals to ensure technical accuracy for own projects.

·        Work with Engineering Teams on the coordinated Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Controls Design for projects including stamped engineering plans and specifications.

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Preferred Qualifications:

·        Design of all industrial electrical and building electrical systems.

·        Coordinate electrical plans for PCIS and SCADA related projects with Controls Engineers.

·        Electrical schematics and panel design.

·        Project Documentation and O&M Manuals.

·        Provide pre-bid review, site surveys, and review of proposals for own projects.

·        Advanced use of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project).

·        Site design including but not limited to power supply for pumping stations and wells, backup power, site/building lighting, metering, VFD’s,solar, security.

·        Coordination with structural, mechanical, civil, and controls team members as well as the power company, owner, and agency coordination.

·        NEC, Arc Flash, IEEE compliance where required.

·        Provide accurate system diagrams, loop diagrams, block diagrams, and network diagrams.

·        Work with team of project engineers to assist in career development and training.

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Additional Qualifications:

·        Detail-oriented, organized, and professional.

·        Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

·        Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

·        Must have a valid driver’s license and willing to travel.

·        Leads by example.

·        Excellent at Team Building.

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If you're interested in this position, please email your resume to resumes@farrwestengineering.com .

We are in search of a full-time Business Development Manager to join our team in Reno, Nevada. This position will be a mix of business development and marketing, overseeing a marketing coordinator and assisting with outreach for both Farr West Engineering and Sierra Controls, LLC. Farr West is a growing company that specializes in utility engineering and water resources. We are looking for someone to assist the company with strategic planning, growth, outreach, marketing, proposal management, and leadership. This is an exciting and challenging position ideally suited for a creative, self-motivated individual.
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Primary Responsibilities
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Working in a cross-functional, team environment, the Business Development Manager will support growth initiatives and marketing activities in a growing market, including proposal and statement of qualifications development/management, Requests for Proposals (RFP) / Requests for Qualifications (RFQs) compliance reviews, coordination of the proposal development process, working with company leadership, technical writing/editing, and a range of other internal and external tasks.
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The successful candidate will have experience working in a challenging environment, collaborating on high-level documents with a team of individuals with a wide range of personality types, and juggling multiple deadlines and assignments.
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The Business Development Manager position requires a significant amount of work in research, collaboration, technical writing, and creative thinking. A successful Business Development Manager has strong organizational skills, writing/composition experience, excellent attention to detail, communication skills, along with the ability to develop projects, schedules and work under multiple deadlines with diplomacy.  Details, engagement, and organization are the keys to being successful in this position.
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Previous work in engineering, construction, or consultant services is a must. In this position, the business development manager will be required to balance multiple priorities, such as:

• Identify and investigate new business opportunities, capture and gather information, realize client needs.
• Contribute to the strategic development of a sector or a client segment.
• Continue to build a portfolio of projects that demonstrate company success and portray company capabilities.
• Prepare competitive proposals, responding to the requirements of an RFP/RFQ.
• Establish partnerships/consortium arrangements.
• Take ownership in the management of the whole tendering cycle and coordinate the proposal team in a collegial way to deliver attractive proposals responding to the client’s needs and in line with Farr West’s Business Development process requirements.
• Manage a marketing coordinator assigned to assist with proposals, social media, resumes, marketing tasks both internally and externally.

Ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills with ability to schedule and manage multiple pursuits, proposals, outreach efforts, and internal strategic practices.

Ideal Candidate:

• Ideal candidate will have strong applicable experience in the A/E/C industry.
• Strong communication (both written and verbal), diplomacy, and collaboration skills. Positive attitude, flexibility, and energy are critical for success.
• Experience in Adobe In-Design, Illustrator, or expert MS Word skills.
• Understanding of marketing management, database management, including updating and rewriting resumes and project descriptions to support client and program development activities.
• Strong design skills and graphic aptitude is preferred.
• Managerial experience.
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Position Requirements:

• Superior writing skills.
• Position requires proficiency with Adobe InDesign and MS Office products (including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project, and OneNote). Applicable experience creating large, multi-page documents using styles in both InDesign and Word is preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree required--preference for degree in Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism, or a technical background in civil engineering or construction.
• 7+ years of marketing experience. Management, business development and strategic planning is a plus.

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Farr West Engineering is currently seeking a self-motivated Senior Civil Engineer to be located in our Reno, Nevada office. This is a growth position for a career-oriented person who is seeking an opportunity to work with one of the most reputable engineering firms in Nevada.  Farr West is a not only one of the largest and strongest utility engineering firms in Nevada, but we also offer one of the best work environments around. As you would expect, our employees are offered competitive salaries, a retirement plan, company sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance, optional benefits, paid time off, professional development, flexible work hours, and more. However, where our company stands apart is in our attention to employee growth, opportunity, and challenging project tasks in a group atmosphere that is like no other. Our team is truly made up of some of the brightest, hard-working and just plain fun professionals around.

Our clients are some of the best in the business and we focus on maintaining superior relationships with every client so the work that we do is enjoyable for all parties involved. Farr West is dedicated to being the leading engineering firm in Nevada and northern California, while staying true to our core values of character, stewardship, and excellence. Our company embraces a culture of hard work, family, and play that keeps our employees happy, healthy, and loyal.

Key Responsibilities:

Duties will include team leadership on multiple projects, design, bidding, and construction management of public works projects involving water and wastewater facilities.  Duties may also include supervision and mentoring of other engineers.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or environmental engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• 10+ years of relevant experience in utility engineering, water, sewer and wastewater projects preferred.
• Applicants should have previous experience with designing community water and sewer systems, pump stations, and water and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Experience with utility master planning and utility hydraulic modeling is also preferred.

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Farr West Engineering (Farr West) has an exciting opportunity to join its team in Reno, Nevada. For 20 years, Farr West has been building a reputation as a leader in municipal engineering and utility planning for local governments throughout Nevada and California.

The open position is for a professional with governmental accounting and budgeting, cost accounting and/or auditing experience. This person will participate in our growing utility planning department focused on performing public sector policy and analysis related to cost allocation; user fees; program effectiveness; efficiency reviews; benchmarking studies; strategic analysis and organizational reviews.

Farr West is looking for candidates with strong analytical skills, the ability to work independently, an aptitude for evaluating analytical findings and related policy issues, and a commitment to quality work and client service. The successful candidate will execute projects of all sizes and juggle multiple projects and project schedules simultaneously.

Typically, the work is completed for public utilities owned and operated by counties, cities, general improvement districts, community services districts, and utility districts.

Farr West is a not only one of the largest and strongest utility engineering firms in Nevada, but we also offer one of the best work environments around. As you would expect from a top organization, our employees are offered competitive salaries, a retirement plan, company sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance, optional benefits, paid time off, professional development, flexible workhours, and more. However, where our company stands apart is in our attention to employee growth, opportunity, and challenging project tasks in a group atmosphere that is like no other. Our team is truly made up of some of the brightest, hard-working and just plain fun professionals around.

Our clients are some of the best in the business and we focus on maintaining superior relationships with every client so the work that we do is enjoyable for all parties involved. Farr West is dedicated to being the leading engineering firm in Nevada and northern California, while staying true to our core values of character, stewardship, and excellence. Our company embraces a culture of hard work, family, and play that keeps our employees happy, healthy, and loyal.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Collecting and validating data, performing research, and documenting analytical and policy issues.
• Gathers and organizes data, including interviewing/calling/meeting with clients.
• Prepares written documents and reports.
• Helps create materials for presentations to staff, public officials, and public advisory groups, and participate in presentations.

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE:

• Superior verbal and written communications skills. (presenting to the public will be a large part of this position)
• 4-year degree preferably in Economics, Business, Finance, or related B.S. (Public or Government Accounting is a plus).
• Professional experience including accounting and reporting, cost accounting, government accounting, budgeting and auditing for a public agency or consulting firm.
• Specific industry knowledge not required, however, a commitment to learning about the civil engineering and utility management is required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word at a minimum. Database management is a plus.
• Ability to perform research and analyze data.
• Attention to detail is a critical qualification.
• Experience with presenting detailed material to large audiences is preferred.

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If you're interested in this position, please email your resume to resumes@farrwestengineering.com.

Qualifications

• Experience: civil engineering, hydrogeology or water rights - 7 years (Preferred)

• License: professional licensure in geology, hydrogeology, civil engineering or other

• Work authorization: United States (Required)

Full Job Description

Farr West Engineering has an exciting opportunity to join its team in Reno, Nevada. For 20 years, Farr West Engineering (Farr West) has been building a reputation as a leader in municipal engineering and utility planning for local governments throughout Nevada and California.

Applicants should have at least 7 years of experience, a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, hydrogeology or field related to water resources. Prior employment with a hydrogeologic or civil engineering firm that specializes in utility engineering, water, sewer, and water resource planning projects is preferred. The ideal candidate will have substantial technical experience in a field related to water resources and will have significant experience with the internal management of a department or division for an engineering firm. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential. Applicants will be expected to supervise multiple employees, track and report on department performance, monitor current and future workload, manage and maintain client relationships, participate in business development tasks, and partner with company leadership on organizational growth. Candidates should maintain a passion for leadership, problem solving, and water resource management issues common to the arid West. Direct experience with Nevada or California water resource legislation, regulatory law(s), water rights and utility management is preferred, but not necessary.

Farr West is a not only one of the largest and strongest utility engineering firms in the Reno-Tahoe area, but we also offer one of the best work environments around. As you would expect, our employees are offered competitive salaries, a retirement plan, company sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance, optional benefits, paid time off, professional development, flexible work hours, and more. However, where our company stands apart is in our attention to employee growth, opportunity, and challenging project tasks in a group atmosphere that is like no other. Our team is truly made up of some of the brightest, hard-working and just plain fun professionals around.

Our clients are some of the best in the business and we focus on maintaining superior relationships with every client so the work that we do is enjoyable for all parties involved. Farr West is dedicated to being the leading engineering firm in Nevada and northern California, while staying true to our core values of character, stewardship, and excellence. Our company embraces a culture of hard work, family, and play that keeps our employees happy, healthy, and loyal.

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