Water Resources Project Manager

Our client, a well-established, employee-focused multidisciplinary engineering firm, is seeking a Project Manager to lead and expand Water Resources (stormwater, drainage, watershed, H&H) work across a range of public and private sector projects. PE license required.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver water-resources projects including stormwater master planning, watershed studies, drainage design, and 1D/2D H&H modeling.
• Develop scopes, fees, proposals, schedules, and budgets.
• Prepare/review technical reports, plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate with clients, agencies, contractors, and multi-disciplinary internal teams across multiple offices.
• Lead FEMA LOMR/LOMA efforts and capital improvement design projects.
• Provide technical oversight and mentorship to junior staff.
• Perform field work as needed.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering or related field; PE required (Tennessee preferred).
• 8 years of experience in water-resources engineering.
• Strong hydrologic/hydraulic modeling, stormwater management, green infrastructure, and erosion & sediment control background.
• Experience preparing plans, specs, and cost estimates.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, GIS tools, and common H&H software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Regional project experience in the Southeast.
• Familiarity with ICPR4, HEC-RAS, XPSWMM, Autodesk SSA.
• Experience with water quality or TMDL studies.

About the Company

• Long-standing, reputable engineering firm with strong regional presence.
• Employee-focused culture emphasizing mentorship, professional development, and work-life balance.
• Consistently recognized as a top employer in the region.

Benefits

• Competitive health, dental, vision
• Condensed work schedule
• Strong salary bonus structure
• Retirement plans
• Generous PTO and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement & in-house professional development programs

Salary Range

$120,000 – $140,000 (DOE)