Project Manager/Project Engineer - Water Resources

Socket.dev; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonus

Condensed work schedule

Health, dental, vision, Rx

401(k) and PTO

Tuition assistance

Thomas & Hutton University mentoring

Job summary

Thomas & Hutton seeks a senior Water Resources Engineer to lead and grow our water resources practice in the Southeast. You will guide a growing team, manage complex projects for public and private clients, and collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals to deliver resilient infrastructure and sustainable stormwater solutions.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree, 6+ years in water resources, strong hydrologic/hydraulic modeling, and leadership capabilities. PE preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• PE license preferred for advancement and leadership.
• 6+ years in water resources engineering.
• Strong modeling and stormwater design experience.
• Experience with green infrastructure and LID practices.
• Erosion and sediment control design & permitting.
• Ability to prepare plans, specs, and cost estimates.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, ArcMap, and hydrologic/hydraulic software.
• Strong written and verbal communication for client interactions.
• Ability to lead multiple projects and prioritize workflow.

Responsibilities

• Lead water resources projects including stormwater master planning, drainage design, and 1D/2D modeling.
• Oversee watershed studies, capital projects, and stormwater solutions.
• Perform hydrologic/hydraulic analyses and drainage design.
• Design stormwater systems and erosion control; support permitting.
• Prepare contract docs: plans, specs, cost estimates.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, regulators, and teams.
• Manage scope, schedules, budgets; develop proposals and fees.
• Oversee FEMA LOMCs and related studies.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and technical guidance.
• Monitor progress to meet scope, schedule, and budget goals.

Skills

Water resources engineering

Project management

Mentorship/leadership

Hydrologic modeling

Hydraulic modeling

Stormwater design

AutoCAD

ArcMap

Civil 3D

Client communication

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

ArcMap

Hydrologic/Hydraulic modeling software

Civil 3D

Job description

Lead impactful water resources projects where your work supports resilient infrastructure and sustainable stormwater solutions across the Southeast. At Thomas & Hutton, you’ll take ownership of complex projects, guide a growing team, and collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals to deliver high-quality solutions for public and private sector clients. If you’re an experienced engineer ready to lead, mentor, and expand a water resources practice, this role is for you.

What you'll do

• Lead and manage water resources projects including stormwater master planning, drainage design, and hydrologic and hydraulic modeling
• Oversee the development of watershed studies, capital improvement projects, and stormwater management solutions
• Perform and manage hydrologic and hydraulic analyses (1D/2D modeling) and drainage design
• Design and oversee stormwater management systems, erosion and sediment control plans, and NPDES permitting efforts
• Develop and review contract documents including plans, specifications, and cost estimates
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, and multidisciplinary teams
• Manage project scope, schedules, and budgets, including proposal development and fee negotiations
• Perform and oversee FEMA Letter of Map Changes and related studies
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and technical guidance to team members
• Monitor project progress to ensure alignment with scope, schedule, and budget goals

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
• 6+ years of experience in water resources engineering
• Strong experience in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and stormwater management design
• Experience with green infrastructure and low impact development practices
• Experience with erosion and sediment control design and permitting
• Proficiency in preparing construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, ArcMap, and hydrologic/hydraulic modeling software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to lead client interactions
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and appropriately prioritize workflow
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to mentor staff and lead a high-performing team
• Ability to perform field work including lifting up to 25 pounds

Why Thomas & Hutton?

• Competitive salary plus performance bonus
• Condensed work schedule for better work-life balance
• Top-tier health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• 401(k), generous PTO, holidays, and tuition assistance
• Thomas & Hutton University and hands-on Civil 3D mentoring to advance your career

Schedule

On-site: Monday–Thursday 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

At Thomas & Hutton, our mission of "Building Relationships and Solutions for Success" shapes how we serve our clients, strengthen our communities, and invest in our team. As a private employee-owned firm consistently recognized as a Top Workplace and recipient of PSMJ's Build a Better World Award, we're known not only for exceptional projects but for how we treat people and our communities.

When you join Thomas & Hutton, you'll discover a career with real purpose. We equip you with cutting-edge tools, technology, and software to work efficiently and excel. Our career development programs, including PaTHways and T&H University, combine with approachable leadership and a collaborative environment to support your professional growth at every stage. Pair that with industry leading benefits, genuine work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities to give back through T&H Helping Hands, and it's clear why so many professionals choose to grow their careers here.

Learn more at www.thomasandhutton.com

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Thomas & Hutton is a Drug-Free Workplace and an E-Verify participant.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.