What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Resources Project Manager position at Metric Geo?
A growing, multi-discipline engineering firm is seeking a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) to join its Water Resources team, ideally based in Savannah, GA (flexible depending on experience). This hands-on, client-facing role supports public and private sector projects while leading technical delivery, team development, and business growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage water resources projects: stormwater master planning, drainage design, hydrologic/hydraulic modeling (1D/2D), permitting, and capital improvement design.
- Coordinate with clients, contractors, agencies, consultants, and internal teams.
- Prepare proposals, scopes, fees, and project schedules.
- Mentor staff and ensure project quality, budget, and schedule compliance.
- Perform general civil engineering design tasks, including erosion/sediment control and green infrastructure.
- Conduct fieldwork and inspections as needed.
Qualifications:
- B.S. in Civil Engineering or related field (ABET-accredited).
- Licensed P.E. β preferably in Georgia.
- 8 years of water resources engineering experience.
- Expertise in stormwater management, H&H modeling, erosion/sediment control, and green infrastructure.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, ArcMap, and hydrologic/hydraulic software (HEC-RAS, ICPR4, XPSWMM, Autodesk Storm & Sanitary Analysis preferred).
- Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills.
Company & Benefits:
- Multi-discipline, award-winning firm serving the Southeast U.S.
- Employee-focused culture with mentorship, professional development, and community impact.
- Health, dental, vision, Rx coverage, retirement plans, PTO, holidays, tuition reimbursement, on-site training, and condensed work schedule.
$120K-$140K (DOE)
Salary : $120,000 - $140,000
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