Project Manager, Water Resources

Rk K; Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Hybrid work

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision, life, and disa

Job summary

RK&K is seeking a Coastal Project Manager to lead our Charleston, SC team. You will oversee coastal design projects, perform risk assessments, and coordinate with clients and engineers to deliver protection measures like seawalls and living shorelines.

Ideal candidate has 10+ years in coastal engineering, PE licensure in SC or eligible, and strong communication. Hybrid work setup and a robust benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of coastal engineering/design experience.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience preparing construction plans and specifications.
• Proficiency with coastal modeling software including MIKE, Delft3D, SWAN, CMS or ADCIRC.
• P.E. license in SC or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Oversee risk assessment for coastal projects against hazards like hurricanes and sea level rise.
• Perform hydrodynamic and wave modeling to analyze water bodies.
• Evaluate coastal structures and design protection measures.
• Lead client meetings and coordination with design teams, agencies and contractors.
• Support site visits and manage junior staff in coastal engineering.

Skills

Coastal engineering

Team leadership

Coastal modeling software

Construction plans

Communication skills

PE license in SC

Education

Bachelor's degree in Coastal or Civil Engineering

P.E. license in SC

Tools

MIKE

Delft3D

SWAN

CMS

ADCIRC

Job description

At RK&K, we are hiring a Coastal Project Manager to lead our team in the Charleston, SC area. As a Project Manager you will assist RK&K's SC team in growing our Costal Engineering footprint throughout the low country.

Essential Functions

Perform Oversight of the following functions:

• Risk Assessment, including evaluating the risks posed by natural hazards such as hurricanes increased storm intensities and sea level rise, and developing strategies to mitigate these risks.
• Hydrodynamic and wave modeling to analyze and predict the behavior of water bodies, utilizing modeling software such as MIKE, Delft3D, SWAN, CMS or ADCIRC.
• Evaluate different coastal structures necessary to protect communities.
• Design effective coastal protection measures and manage coastal resources.

Proactively deliver a wide range of coastal projects including:

• Shoreline Protection such as seawalls, breakwaters, and groins to prevent coastal erosion and protect against storm surges and flooding.
• Beach renourishment, living shorelines and dune restoration to combat erosion.
• Flood defense including designing systems such as levees, dikes, flood walls, and gates to protect coastal communities from flooding.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Provide excellent client services with a focus on quality and timeliness.
• Lead client meetings and pursuit efforts.
• Meet and work directly with other design team members including project manager, project engineers, design technicians, drafters, surveyors, contractors, inspectors, public agency officials, and clients.
• Provide office and site visit support for projects in construction.
• Lead agency and stakeholder coordination as needed for coastal projects.
• Attract, train and manage junior staff in coastal engineering.

Required Skills and Experience

• 10+ years' experience in Coastal Engineering/Design
• Excellent Communication skills and attention to details with a team-work attitude
• Experience with preparation of construction plans and specifications
• Utilizing coastal modeling software is required, example programs include MIKE, Delft3D, SWAN, CMS or ADCIRC.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the state of SC or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Bachelors Degree in Coastal or Civil Engineering, or related field with demonstrated expertise in coastal dynamics.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Masters or Doctorate Degree in Coastal Engineer a plus
• Experience with SCDOT, USACE, SCDHEC-OCRM, County and municipality projects
• Experience using various modeling software.

Other Duties

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off
• Hybrid work (home and office)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays
• Much, much more!

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.