Further your career in a setting that suits your lifestyle. Olver Incorporated is an engineering firm specializing in water and wastewater, solid waste, and environmental consulting services and offers great advancement opportunities for engineers with environmental and civil backgrounds; our offices are located in Virginia and North Carolina in areas ranging from cosmopolitan cities to mountain wilderness.

We are interested in your personal development as a professional. Your experience with us would include exposure to a broad range of projects working directly with project managers and interacting with clients sooner than at larger firms; and if you are looking to pursue an advanced degree, we have offices convenient to the excellent graduate progams at Virginia Tech and North Carolina State. We will establish a work program so that you can coordinate your work with your academic schedule and will help you pay for the education through our tuition reimbursement program.

As important as career opportunities are, quality of life and lifestyle you choose can never be ignored. Our offices are located in areas that offer their own unique and enticing settings in which to live.

Blacksburg, Virginia, has small town charm and friendliness combined with the sophistication that a major university brings. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, it is a paradise for those who enjoy outdoor activities. Just minutes from our office, Virginia Tech infuses and intellectual multi-cultural flavor and provides an opportunity for you to pursue an advanced degree at one of the top rated engineering programs in the country.

If you're more of a "big city" person, our Charlotte, North Carolina office may be the place for you. As on of the nation's major financial centers, Charlotte offers all the sophistication of the best cosmopolitan areas. With professional sports, theatre, great restaurants and night life, and all sorts of other opportunities, you will not be at a loss for things to do in this vibrant city.

Richmond, Virginia, is a classic southern city, rich with history. As Virginia's state capitol and largest city, it has the cultural and entertainment opportunities of a metropolitan area but holds on to its southern charm. It is also close to great recreational areas around the Chesapeake Bay and the eastern shore of Virginia.

Cary, North Carolina, located near Raleigh in the Research Triangle area, may be just the perfect combination for you. Located in the center of high tech industry, government, and high quality education, the Raleigh area offers a wide variety of opportunities not generally expected in a smaller metropolitan area. Raleigh was recently rated as one of the best cities in America for career and lifestyle.

You owe it to yourself to explore the opportunities at Olver Incorporated. Pursue your career without sacrificing the quality of life you desire.

Our emphasis on providing superior client service rewards individuals driven to achieve high quality and timely performance for our clients with a variety of project challenges. Our aggressive vision for growth offers rewarding opportunities for career advancement and participation in company profits. We offer excellent benefits, including medical, dental, disability, and life insurance, flexible spending plan for medical and dependent care, and a 401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contributions. You owe it to yourself to explore the opportunities at Olver Incorporated. Pursue your career without sacrificing the quality of life you desire.

Construction Inspector
Ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of construction and inspection fundamentals and have the ability to communicate well with others. Excellent writing/communication skills are required, certifications are a plus but not required. (Available in Blacksburg)

CADD Technician
Ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of drafting fundamentals and have the ability to communicate concepts well with others. Must be technically proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D and AutoCAD Land Desktop. Two to three years experience is preferred. (Available in Charlotte & Richmond)

Biological Technician
Ideal candidate must have an educational background and degree in a biological, environmental science, or related fields, be an independent as well as a team worker, have a positive attitude, be willing to perform repetitive tasks on a daily basis, and be available to work on weekends and holidays, as needed. Primary duties include: performance of acute and chronic bioassays, maintaining cultures of fresh water test organisms (fish and water fleas), glassware cleaning, and general wet chemistry analyses. This is an entry/mid-level full-time position. (Available in Blacksburg)

Bioassay Laboratory Manager
Primary duties include the management and direction of day-to-day bioassay laboratory activities, including culture maintenance, test scheduling, test performance, staffing and personnel administration, communication with clients and regulatory agencies, and assisting with marketing activities .  Candidate must have a degree in a biological, environmental science, or related fields. M.S. degree is preferred. Prior laboratory management experience, knowledge of environmental regulations, and excellent writing/communication skills are required. (Available in Blacksburg)

Environmental Analyst / Field Technician
Responsibilities include environmental sampling and analysis. Travel and light physical work are required. Two year degree in biology, environmental science, or a related field is preferred. (Currently Not Available)

Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated strong project management skills and the ability to effectively mentor and develop talents of junior engineers and staff. This individual will exhibit excellent client development skills and have an established presence in the Carolinas and/or Virginia . 10+ years experience and P.E. required, masters degree preferred. (Available in Blacksburg, Charlotte & Richmond)

Water/Wastewater Design Engineer
The ideal candidate will have 4+ years experience in water/wastewater design. Must be able to effectively apply design skills, principles, and experience and be able to offer quick, accurate solutions. Strong oral and written communication skills and organization skills are required. Must be proficient in computer use, including MS Word/Excel/Access with Computer Modeling Experience preferred. BSCE and P.E. required, MSCE Environmental Emphasis preferred. (Available in Blacksburg, Charlotte & Richmond)

Solid Waste Engineer
Ideal candidate will have 4+ years experience in Solid Waste Engineering including experience at project manager level. Should have business development and client interaction experience preferably in the regional area. Helpful for candidate to have expertise in one or more of the following areas; Landfill design, Permitting, Leachate recovery systems, Transfer Stations, LFG collection systems. Must be able to effectively apply design skills, principles, and experience and be able to offer quick, accurate solutions. Strong oral and written communication skills and organization skills. Must be proficient in computer use, including MS Word/Excel BSCE and P.E. required, MSCE preferred. (Available in Charlotte & Blacksburg )

Civil Engineer
Ideal candidate will have 5+ years experience in civil/site design with a strong background in hydraulics/hydrology. Experience in the use of hydraulic models desirable. Must be able to effectively apply design skills, principles, and experience and be able to offer quick, accurate solutions. Strong oral and written communication skills and organization skills. Must be proficient in computer use, including MS Word/Excel BSCE and P.E. required, MSCE preferred. (Available in Blacksburg, Charlotte & Richmond)

Senior Environmental Geologist / Hydrogeologist
Responsibilities include groundwater monitoring, Phase I & II auditing, preparation of remediation plans, management of staff, servicing existing clients and business development. Qualified candidate must be a Virginia licensed Certified Professional Geologist (CPG) with a B.S. in Geology (M.S. preferred) and a 4-10 years track record of successful consulting experience. This is an opportunity to join an established consulting practice and contribute to your/our success by servicing existing clients and developing new business. (Currently Not Available)

Environmental Engineer
Ideal candidate will have 5+ years experience in environmental engineering design. Strong communication skills and knowledge of water and wastewater design desirable. BSCE (environmental engineering option) required, MS, and PE preferred. (Available in Blacksburg, Charlotte & Richmond)

Lab Aide, Part-Time
Primary duties include providing assistance in the following areas: maintaining cultures of fresh water test organisms (fish and water fleas), glassware cleaning, performance of acute and chronic bioassays, and general wet chemistry analyses. Candidate must have an educational background in a biological, environmental science, or related fields, be an independent as well as a team worker, be willing to perform repetitive tasks on a daily basis, and be available to work on weekends and holidays. Work schedule will include mainly weekend hours and as-needed during the week. Work hours will be variable depending on work-load. (Available in Blacksburg)

Please e-mail your resume' to our Human Resources*, or mail to:
Olver Incorporated
ATTN: Human Resources
1116 South Main Street
Blacksburg , VA 24060
Phone: (540) 552 - 5548
Fax: (540) 552 - 5577

*Please send resume' in either Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat format.
Olver Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer.