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Water Resources/Drainage Senior Project Manager

Weston & Sampson Engineers Inc
Rocky Hill, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 7/28/2026 CLOSED ON 9/28/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Resources/Drainage Senior Project Manager position at Weston & Sampson Engineers Inc?

Weston & Sampson is seeking a Project Manager / Senior Project Manager with 10-15 years of experience in hydraulics and drainage design to work with our Rocky Hill, CT team.  

What you’ll do:

  • Mentor Junior Engineers and/or assist Team leaders with engineering work.
  • Responsible for preparing studies, design plans, specifications and other contract documents for public bidding and to meet client deliverables.
  • Responsible for leading a variety of hydraulics & drainage related projects from a technical and financial perspective and overseeing the work of support staff.
  • Responsible for managing projects and communication with clients, review and permitting agencies, and other disciplines. 
  • Responsible for scope and fee preparation for projects and proposals.
  • Peer review services of designs prepared by others.
  • Work will include supporting our other disciplines as well as our external client base.
  • Responsible for team’s workload planning, budget management, proposal preparation and client interactions.

What you will bring:

  • BS in Civil Engineering is required.
  • MS in Civil Engineering is a plus. 
  • Licensed Professional Engineer Registration in CT required.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer Registration in other states and Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) certification is a plus.
  • Water Resources Engineering experience with storm drainage, stream restoration, bridge/culvert replacement, flood control and dams.
  • Experience with hydrologic, hydraulic and storm drainage modeling softwares.
  • Experience with MS4, CTDEEP, ACOE and FEMA permitting is a plus.
  • Experience with low impact development, resiliency, and sustainability is a plus.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, project management and time management skills are essential.
  • Involvement with professional organizations is a plus.

Salary- $145,000 - $155,000 depending on experience


Overview:


At Weston & Sampson, you’ll work alongside more than 1,000 employee-owners who are passionate about improving our communities. From providing clean water to designing resilient infrastructure and sustainable environments, our work has a direct impact on quality of life. We’re looking for curious, driven professionals who want to contribute to innovative, impactful projects and grow with a team that supports them.

We are a 100% employee-owned, interdisciplinary firm offering design, engineering, and environmental services. Since our founding in 1899, we have worked to build a collaborative, forward-thinking environment grounded in respect for each other’s ideas.

We offer:

  • Meaningful work: Contribute to projects that protect and enhance the natural and built environments 
  • Ownership mindset: As an employee-owner, your work directly contributes to our shared success 
  • Growth opportunities: Build your career through mentorship, diverse projects, and clear advancement pathways
  • Flexible workplace: Work in a way that supports your life and not the other way around 
  • Strong culture: Join a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and recognition 

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA)

We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger. Weston & Sampson is committed to fostering a culture of belonging where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We actively support IDEA principles across our organization and in our daily work.

Ready to transform your environment? Let’s work together. 

Explore opportunities and apply: https://www.westonandsampson.com/careers

A note to third-party recruiters: Weston & Sampson manages all recruiting directly. We do not accept unsolicited resumes without a signed agreement in place. Any unsolicited submissions will be considered property of Weston & Sampson, and we are not responsible for associated fees.


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Salary : $145,000 - $155,000

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