Project Manager / Senior Water Resources Engineer

AMT Engineering; Herndon (VA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tiered medical coverage

401(k) with generous 6% company match

Employee stock ownership

Paid time off

Training/Certifications

Job summary

AMT Engineering in Herndon, VA is looking for a Project Manager / Senior Water Resources Engineer with over 7 years of relevant experience. This role involves leading water resources engineering tasks in transportation projects for Virginia and Maryland DOTs.

The position offers a hybrid work schedule, competitive compensation, and a chance for career advancement into management. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and organizational skills, and the necessary technical background.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of water resources related experience including plan and report production.
• Virginia Licensed Professional Engineer required, Maryland preferred.
• VDOT experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete calculations, reports, and plans supporting transportation projects.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analysis and reporting.
• Obtain permit approvals from state and local agencies.

Skills

Hydrology and hydraulic modeling

Excellent organizational skills

Communication skills

CADD experience with MicroStation / OpenRoads

Education

BS in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Water Resources

Tools

Commonly used hydraulic modeling software

Job description

AMT is growing and is seeking a highly motivated Project Manager / Senior Water Resources Engineer with 7+ years of relevant experience, to join our growing team of design professionals in our Herndon, VA office. The right candidate would lead water resources engineering tasks for transportation-related projects for Virginia and Maryland DOT and municipalities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to lead, manage and deliver challenging projects in the growing Virginia and Maryland markets and grow into a management position.

We culture an excellent work/life balance and an opportunity to work a hybrid (combination of office and remote) schedule. This is an excellent opportunity to work on challenging projects, develop your career, and seek advancement into a leadership role. We offer competitive compensation & benefits, flexible work arrangements, and a potential relocation allowance for the right candidate. In addition to supporting projects in the Herndon, VA office, the candidate will be involved with other AMT offices and project opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Completion of calculations, reports and plans in support of transportation projects including stormwater management, storm drainage systems, culverts, open channels, bridge hydraulics and erosion and sediment control
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analysis and reporting
• Obtain permit approvals from state and local agencies
• Assist in the preparation of engineering documents (plans, reports, cost estimates and specifications) for advertisement and construction
• Meet and work directly with clients and public agency officials
• Work in collaboration with a transportation design team comprised of other disciplines and support staff on multi‑disciplinary projects
• Provide QA/QC review following AMT and client‑based procedures

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Water Resources
• Minimum of 7 years of water resources related experience including plan and report production
• Hydrology and hydraulic modeling experience (storm drainage, SWM, floodplain, bridge) with commonly used software
• Virginia Licensed Professional Engineer required, Maryland preferred
• VDOT experience highly preferred
• CADD experience with MicroStation / OpenRoads required
• Excellent organizational, coordination and communication skills, both written and verbal

Benefits

• Tiered medical coverage
• Dental/Vision
• 401(k) – generous 6% company match
• Employee stock ownership
• Short‑ and long‑term disability
• College savings plan
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• Training/Certifications