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Assistant Project Manager - Water Resources

Colliers Engineering & Design
Jersey, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 5/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/23/2026
Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join our Water Resources team in New Jersey! The candidate will prepare and oversee hydrology and hydraulics modeling, stormwater management design, flood hazard area and dam safety permitting.

Water is the most plentiful, yet critical resource on the planet. Our water resources professionals specialize in critical practice areas, understand watershed dynamics and offer an extensive range of water resource planning and design experience, flood risk management, dam safety and environmental compliance. Our holistic approach to water resources projects ensures the best outcome for our clients and the ecosystem.

Responsibilities

  • Support and/or lead stormwater management projects focused on green infrastructure and low impact development as well as stormwater infrastructure improvements.
  • Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses.
  • Design stormwater management BMP’s (Best Management Practices).
  • Provide supporting calculations and plans for soil erosion and sediment control.
  • Perform flood studies with software such as HEC-RAS.
  • Conduct assessments and rehabilitation designs for dams.
  • Conduct dam breach analysis and hazard classifications.
  • Compile calculations, reports, and plans for flood hazard area and dam safety permitting.
  • Prepare scope and fees for project proposals.
  • Some occasional site visits, as needed.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering is required.
  • 7 years of related water resources experience is required.
  • PE (Professional Engineer) license is required (New Jersey license highly preferred or obtain through reciprocity).
  • Prior experience with NJDEP is a plus.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D is also a plus.
  • Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation: $105,210 to $139,020 (depending on qualifications)

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!

Salary : $105,210 - $139,020

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