Project Manager - Water Resources

HDR; Winston-Salem (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in North Carolina is seeking a Project Manager for its Water Resources team. The role requires extensive project management skills, experience in hydraulic modeling, and the ability to lead teams. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and have at least 7 years of relevant experience. This position offers a collaborative workplace and is geared towards professionals with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 7 years related experience required.
• 2 years project management experience needed.
• Professional engineering license recognized for the location is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead project and task management for Water Resources.
• Conduct hydraulic and hydrologic modeling.
• Prepare proposals, scopes of work, and fee estimates.
• Manage and lead medium to large teams.

Skills

Project management

Hydraulic modeling

Stormwater design

Client management

Excellent writing skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

SWMM

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

Overview

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HDR is looking for a Project Manager to join our Water Resources team in North Carolina. In this role, we'll count on you to:

• Provide project and task management; conduct difficult to complex hydraulic and hydrologic modeling; conduct stormwater collection systems modeling and design; collect, assimilate and present data in reports, memos and public forums; lead production of design calculations and technical reports; and lead preparation of engineering plans and specifications for design of detention facilities, storm drains, flood control facilities and other hydraulic structures
• Work independently in addition to planning, organizing and supervising the work of medium to large teams of professionals and technicians dependent on project/task
• Serve as project manager on larger projects as needed
• Prepare proposal, scopes of work and contract fee estimates
• Take an active role in client management and business development
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field of study
• 10 years Water Resources experience
• Experience with HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, SWMM, PCSWMM, InfoWorks ICM, Storm CAD
• Experience in water resources planning, stormwater, hydrology/hydraulics and drainage/flood control design
• Familiarity with DOT drainage design criteria
• Experience in FEMA studies a plus
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a project team
• Local candidates are preferred

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• 7 years related experience
• A minimum 2 years project management experience
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• MS Office and MS Project experience is required (Access experience would be plus)
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Location & Details

• Primary Location: United States-North Carolina-Raleigh
• Other Locations: United States-North Carolina-Winston-Salem, United States-North Carolina-Charlotte, United States-North Carolina-Wilmington, United States-North Carolina-Asheville
• Industry: Water
• Schedule: Full-time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Business Class: Stormwater / Wet Weather
• Job Posting: Aug 27, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.