Manager, Water Resources

McCormick Taylor; Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vision and dental plans

Flexible and hybrid work schedules

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

McCormick Taylor, Inc. is seeking a Water Resources Manager to lead a range of projects from SCDOT drainage to watershed and climate resilience. The role emphasizes collaboration, multi-project management, and client engagement in a hybrid office environment in South Carolina.

The ideal candidate will supervise design teams, advance hydrologic/hydraulic analyses, ensure quality deliverables, and grow the Water Resources Department through mentoring and effective communication.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional experience required.
• BS degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in South Carolina required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 Suite.
• Proficient in Microstation, OpenRoads, InRoads/GEOPAK or AutoCAD Civil3D; H&H software experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of design projects and tasks for SCDOT, SC Office of Resilience, county, and municipalities
• Perform hydrologic/hydraulic design tasks, develop and refine H/H models independently, and provide guidance to junior staff including 2D HECRAS or PCSWMM models
• Manage bridge hydraulics, SWM, storm drain, sediment control and water quality design projects, including plans, permits, report content and specs/cost estimates with minimal supervision
• Perform field assessments and construction oversight independently
• Deliver quality projects in accordance with accepted schedule and budget
• Manage and mentor project staff
• Serve as primary point of contact for existing client relationships
• Assist with marketing activities including client/teaming research, proposal writing and preparation

Skills

10+ years experience

Leadership

Water resources modeling

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Environmental Eng

Tools

Microstation

OpenRoads

InRoads/GEOPAK

AutoCAD Civil 3D

HEC-RAS

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Job Title

Manager, Water Resources

Job Type

Full-Time

Location

Charleston - Charleston, SC 29412 US
Columbia - Columbia, SC 29201 US (Primary)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job Description

Company Overview

McCormick Taylor, Inc. is a full-service professional services consulting firm providing creative design, planning, and environmental solutions to the challenges of everyday life. Since 1946, we’ve focused on our relationships with people—our employees, our clients, and the communities we serve. Our company culture matters because our people matter. We strive to create pathways for career advancement that suit the individual. We embrace the cultural shift toward a greater work-life balance.

Position Summary

McCormick Taylor has an immediate opening for a Water Resources Manager to join our growing Water Resources Department. We are looking for a dynamic professional capable of successfully managing water resources and environmental projects, encompassing services such as: SCDOT roadway drainage and bridge hydraulics design, watershed management, community and climate resilience, floodplain management, environmental permitting, compliance, stormwater management, stream restoration design, and MS4 support. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative team environment. We are seeking an individual who can handle multiple projects, meet deadlines and work well in a hybrid remote office environment. Strong written, interpersonal and oral communication skills, attention to detail and ability to organize is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of design projects and tasks for SCDOT, SC Office of Resilience, county, and municipalities
• Perform hydrologic/hydraulic design tasks, develop and refine H/H models independently, and provide guidance to junior staff including 2D HECRAS or PCSWMM models
• Manage bridge hydraulics, SWM, storm drain, sediment control and water quality design projects, including plans, permits, report content and specs/cost estimates with minimal supervision
• Perform field assessments and construction oversight independently
• Deliver quality projects in accordance with accepted schedule and budget
• Manage and mentor project staff
• Serve as primary point of contact for existing client relationships
• Assist with marketing activities including client/teaming research, proposal writing and preparation

Job Requirements

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional experience
• BS degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineer, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science or a related field
• Licensed Professional Engineer in South Carolina
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 Suite
• Proficient in Microstation, OpenRoads,InRoads/ GEOPAK or Autocad/Civil3D
• Proficient in H&H Analysis Program including at least 5 of the following: TR-20, HY-8, Flowmaster, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, Flow2D, SWMM, PondPack, SRH-2D, SMS
• Experience with SCDOT, as well as other local municipalities
• Strong interpersonal skills, capable of successfully mentoring and managing others
• Strong communications and technical writing skills

We value your interest in our organization! At McCormick Taylor, our people are our greatest asset.If you join us, we hope for the opportunity to grow and succeed together.We offer an unparalleled, comprehensive benefits package—including no-deductible medical plans, free vision and dental plans, programs to enhance work-life balance, and flexible and hybrid work schedules.

McCormick Taylor is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strongly supports and celebrates the unique backgrounds of all of our employees and our applicants. Our commitment to inclusion spans age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, religion, and physical and mental ability. Our focus is on building a culture that promotes, supports, and values the diverse backgrounds and voices of our employees so that everyone feels welcome and can succeed. We strive to build a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve.