CAREERS

Coldwater is an Ohio-based engineering and consulting company that offers the benefits of a small company with the stability of a reputable firm: fewer layers of management, more autonomy in roles and decision-making, greater opportunities for growth, a more personalized career growth approach, tight-knit team, flexibility, transparency, and a strong sense of ownership.  We focus on designing with nature, offering services that include stream and wetland restoration, green infrastructure design, stormwater management, environmental permitting, grant-writing, and watershed planning. Our team is filled with outdoor enthusiasts with strong passions for implementing projects that are ecologically sound while accommodating the built environment.

Current Job Postings:

Job Title:  Engineer in Training – Civil, Water Resources

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Company Details:
Coldwater Consulting is a water resources consulting company headquartered in Galena, Ohio with additional offices in Columbus, Cincinnati, and Lorain, Ohio. Our services include green infrastructure design, stormwater management, stream and wetland restoration, environmental permitting, watershed planning, grant-writing, and construction support services.  Coldwater is currently seeking an engineer in training for our Columbus, Ohio office to join our growing team.

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to:

• Learn from and collaborate with some of the best engineers and scientists in the field
• Advance your career at a faster pace than in larger firms – promotions are based on technical growth, not tenure
• Enjoy a flexible work schedule that suits your lifestyle and preferences
• Benefit from a competitive compensation package and a supportive work culture

Benefits:

• Performance-Based Promotions
• Consistent Raises and Bonuses
• Flexible Hours
• Coldwater Pays 80% of Insurance Premium
• Coldwater Pays 100% of Short and Long-Term Disability
• Coldwater Pays 100% of Vision and Dental Insurance
• Coldwater Contributes 3% into 401K regardless of whether you contribute (upon eligibility)
• Generous training and conference allowances

Job Responsibilities:

• Planning and design of civil improvement projects, flood mitigation projects, stormwater management systems, stream and wetland restoration, and green infrastructure.
• Provide support for the development of engineering products under the direct supervision of a professional engineer including design calculations, material quantity takeoffs, hydrological and hydraulic analyses, topographic and bathymetric surveys, construction drawings, bid and contract documents, design packages, cost estimates, project schedules, and technical reports.
• Support development of construction documents including development of construction plans using AutoCAD.
• Assist with field surveys, geomorphic assessments, site investigations, and construction administration.
• Be proficient at managing small tasks as directed by a professional engineer, while taking initiative to apply previous direction to new tasks.
• Ability to travel to supplier, client, or construction site locations, is expected
• Ability to work outside in heat and cold is expected
• Efficient use of technology to support remote/work from home activities is expected
• Willingness to act sustainably, self-engage, and continually learn is expected

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in Agricultural, Biological, Civil, Geotechnical, Environmental, or related Engineering field
• Minimum of 0-3 years relevant experience
• Minimum Certification: Engineer in Training or able to pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam within 6 months of being hired.
• Ability to work with a diverse team and be self-motivated
• Knowledge of GIS applications, AutoCAD, PCSWMM, HEC-RAS, SharePoint, and Microsoft Office suite

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience with water resources projects
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, including sheet set development and grading and terrain management
• Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro or other GIS applications

Pay: Salary will be commensurate with experience and we offer a competitive benefits package.

Our expanding company provides growth opportunities to employees in support of personal and professional development and career advancement within a spirit of work-life balance and team comradery.  The position will require occasional travel and field work.  A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record is required.  This is a full-time, permanent position after a 60-day probationary period.  A background check will be required.

Please provide a resume with contact information to Jon Ricketts
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Job Title: Assistant Accountant and General Business Operations Support
Location: Hybrid Remote/Galena, Ohio

Introduction:

Coldwater is seeking a full-time Assistant Accountant assigned to our Galena, Ohio office.  The selected applicant will work directly with our internal senior accountant, typically 30 hours per week.

Our company operates as a team, takes pride in our culture, and treats employees as our most valuable assets. We invite you to check out the Careers section of our website for testimonials from our team members.

Company Details:

Coldwater Consulting is an engineering consulting company that specializes in water resources with offices in Columbus, Cincinnati, Galena, and Lorain, Ohio. Our core services include stream and wetland restoration, green infrastructure, coastal restoration, stormwater management, brownfield restoration, environmental permitting, grant-writing, and watershed planning.

Coldwater promotes personal and professional development and career advancement within a spirit of work-life balance and team comradery.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Accounts Payable and Receivable – 25 hours per week average:

• • Record daily transactions in QuickBooks accounting software ensuring they are correctly coded to the proper projects/tasks.
  • Process subcontractor invoices, verifying expenses and totals for accuracy.
  • Reconcile bank statements, credit card accounts, and prepare monthly financial reports including balance sheets, income statements and budget summaries for management review.
  • Work with Project Managers to invoice accounts receivable monthly for professional services in accordance with project billing requirements.
  • Record payments accurately to the proper project and verify necessity of vendor/subcontractor invoices for payment.
  • Manage accounts payable for utilities, office and field supplies.
  • Process payroll with internal BigTime time management software and provide to outside accountants.
  • Assist with preparation of company financials including reports on accounts receivable, accounts payable, profit and loss statements, and other monthly reports.

• • Assist with year-end closing and budgeting procedures.
  • Monitor budget line items on the profit and loss statement quarterly.
  • Continuously learn the latest accounting practices to improve workplace efficiency.
• General Business Operations Support – 5-10 hours per week average:

• • Process employee on-boarding/off-boarding training and paperwork.
  • Assist with managing employee benefits (health insurance, 401k retirement program, and workers compensation) and setting up employee accounts.
  • Assist with the documentation of employee compensation and benefits.
  • Support internal requests related to the HR department.
  • Maintain paper and electronic company records.
  • Set up new clients/projects in BigTime and SharePoint for Project Managers.
  • Maintain project close outs and project archives.
  • Assist with company insurance including certificate tracking for projects and annual policy renewals.
  • Track subcontractor insurance certificates to ensure compliance with contracts.
  • Assist with ordering office and project supplies.

• • Assist with software package annual renewals for the company.
  • Assist with managing office maintenance needs and office leases.
  • Assist with company event planning.
  • Meet with management quarterly in the Galena office.
  • Continuously learn the latest business management best practices to improve workplace efficiency.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two-year college degree in a relevant field such as accounting is preferred.
• 3-5 years of bookkeeping, accounting or related financial experience handling accounts.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Efficient use of technology to support remote/work from home activities is expected.
• Ability to do occasional travel.
• Proficient in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office 365, particularly Word and Excel.
• Must be able to work in a dog-friendly office.
• U.S. Citizenship

Schedule:

• 6-hour shift during normal business hours.
• Monday through Friday

The position will require occasional travel within Ohio. A valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and a clean driving record are required.  Mileage is reimbursed at the current IRS rate.  This is a full-time position after a 90-day probationary period with the ability to progress to full-time salaried. A background check will be required. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

Benefits include paid professional development, paid time off and holidays, 401(k) with a 3% company contribution, vision/dental/health insurance, and a flexible and hybrid (remote/office) work schedule.

Please provide a cover letter and resume with contact information. More information on Coldwater can be found at www.coldwaterconsultants.com. Coldwater is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has a policy of non-discrimination on the basis of age, race, sex, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time hourly

Pay: $30.00 – $40.00 per hour

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Team Testimonials:

We asked our team members to tell us why they chose us and why they would recommend Coldwater as an employer.  Here is what they had to say.

“Coldwater is genuinely a “quality first” enterprise and never sacrifices the end product over profit.”

“Coldwater views employees as assets and facilitates expansion of one’s professional capabilities through continued learning.”

“Coldwater is as savvy as any corporate firm but maintains the personality and values of a family-run business.”

“Our company operates as a team, with project managers who work with us, rather than just supervising/micro-managing.”

“We are encouraged to learn from and communicate with everyone in the company, including the owners.”

“Most of our offices are dog-friendly, which helps pet-owners with dog care throughout the day.”

“We share the same goals and work together to achieve them, without any internal competition.”

“The owners care about and take care of their employees.”

“Each team member has his/her own expertise and set of skills and the company culture is such that each team member’s contributions are valued and appreciated.”

Coldwater is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has a policy of non-discrimination on the basis of age, race, sex, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.