Lead Water Resources Engineer

WSP; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Lead Water Resources Engineer in Tempe, AZ to lead hydrology and hydraulics projects across mining, local government, transportation and other sectors. You will mentor junior staff and drive business development while ensuring technical quality of deliverables.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience, a BS in Civil Engineering (MS preferred) and a PE preferred, with strong communication and project management skills. Occasional travel required.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or related field required; MS preferred.
• PE license preferred.
• 10+ years of hydrology/hydraulics and water resources experience.
• Strong communication and project management skills.
• Experience leading proposals, business development and client management.

Responsibilities

• Lead hydrologic assessment and water resources projects across sectors.
• Oversee projects: scope, budget, schedule and resources.
• Mentor junior staff and coordinate teams for deliverables.
• Travel to project sites; ~5% overnight travel.
• Lead business development and strategy planning; manage client relations.

Skills

Hydrology

Hydraulic modelling

Project management

Business development

Communication

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

MS preferred

PE preferred

Tools

Hydrologic modelling software

Hydraulic modelling software

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP has an exciting career opportunity for a Lead Water Resources Engineerto join our Tempe, AZ team.

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow?We are dedicated to providing the atmosphere to allow individuals to grow their career. We’d love you to join our team of friendly, hard-working, dedicated and collaborative professionals. Our ideal candidate is seeking challenging work and is committed to quality.

Your Impact

• Work collaboratively with team members on water resources focused projects in mining, local government, transportation, and other sectors supporting our hydraulics and hydrology groups across the West region.
• Will lead or perform hydrologic assessment, water balance modelling, stormwater management planning, erosion and sediment control planning, NPDES permit support studies and FEMA flood plain mapping.
• Mentor and oversee the development of junior staff.
• Travel to project sites and attend public meetings. Approximately 5% overnight travel.
• Lead business development and strategy planning
• Project Management including scope, budget, schedule and resource management
• Manage and coordinate project teams, including ensuring the technical quality of deliverables.
• Collaborate and participate in technical discussions with team members.

Who You Are

Requirements

• BS in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering or related engineering degree required, MS preferred.
• PE preferred
• Minimum 10 years + of hydrology / hydraulics and water resources experience
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Project management experience
• Experience leading proposal management and development
• Demonstrated success in business development and client management
• Strong technical skills regarding hydrologic and hydraulic modelling approaches and commonly used software
• Familiarity with the National Flood Insurance Program and FEMA flood insurance study regulations.
• Must pass background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy.

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