Water Resources Project Manager

Description

The company is a global infrastructure consulting firm with more than 50,000 planners, engineers, scientists and other professionals. As a Fortune 500 firm, it reported $16.1 billion in revenue for fiscal year 2025.

It works across water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings, from advisory and planning through design, engineering, and program and construction management.

This role is based in Austin, Texas. It centres on surface water projects, mainly in Texas, with some chances to join national work in water resources planning, infrastructure design, H&H modeling, urban drainage design, water quality design and GIS-based solutions.

The work moves quickly, so you should stay organised and precise on details. You should also bring an established record of client relationships and engineering experience with local, state and federal water resources clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead H&H modeling, including 1D and 2D hydraulic models, for planning and design of flood, erosion and water quality projects such as flood risk mapping, stream rehabilitation, complex culverts and bridges, dam spillways and other hydraulic structures, storm sewer systems and stormwater control measures (SCMs).
• Provide technical leadership and oversight across water resources projects.
• Lead and develop high-performing staff and teams, improve engagement and retention, and model the company's cultural standards in building an inclusive workplace where people can succeed.
• Supervise and mentor technical staff and design professionals, and manage team workload and staffing.
• Build and manage work plans, scopes, schedules and budgets, keeping quality, timeline and financial targets on track.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and contract compliance, and negotiate contracts with clients and subcontractors.
• Put the company's QMS procedures into practice.
• Track project financials and report them to technical leadership.
• Lead proposals and evaluate project opportunities to support business development.
• Represent the company in client meetings and external presentations on its services and capabilities.
• Carry out other duties assigned by leadership.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree and 8 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A Professional Engineering license.
• Preferred: a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field.
• Preferred: 15+ years of related experience.
• Preferred: 3+ years of project management experience.
• Preferred: Certified Floodplain Manager credential.
• Preferred: proficiency in stormwater design and in producing plans, specifications and estimates.
• Preferred: proficiency in 1D and 2D hydrologic and hydraulic analysis and modeling.
• Preferred: ability to apply municipal codes to storm water infrastructure design.
• Preferred: strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Preferred: ability to explain complex technical concepts to varied audiences.
• Preferred: strong problem-solving, time management and organisational skills.
• Preferred: proven ability to work well in a collaborative, fast-paced team.

Conditions

Hybrid schedule based in Austin, Texas.

Newly hired employees must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at a company office as a condition of employment.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and handles applicant information confidentially under EEO guidelines.

Benefits

• Benefits depend on employment status and may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability coverage.
• Paid time off and leaves of absence.
• Voluntary benefits, perks and flexible work options.
• Well-being resources and an employee assistance program.
• Business travel insurance.
• Service recognition awards.
• A retirement savings plan and an employee stock purchase plan.