Regional Drainage Manager

Tetra Tech, Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech in Houston is seeking a Regional Drainage Manager to lead stormwater and hydraulic/hydrologic projects for municipal, county, and water district clients across Texas. You will mentor junior engineers, guide technically, coordinate with project managers and clients, develop models and reports, and help grow the national Stormwater practice while communicating complex findings clearly.

This role leverages cutting-edge tools and collaborative teams to design sustainable drainage

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or related Engineering field.
• PE license preferred or ability to obtain through reciprocity.
• 15+ years in stormwater engineering and hydraulic/hydrologic modeling.
• Experience with multiple hydraulic/hydrologic tools and municipal projects.
• Strong communication of technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead stormwater and H&H modeling projects for municipal, county, state, and water district clients in Texas.
• Mentor and guide junior engineering staff across multidisciplinary teams.
• Coordinate with project managers, experts, and clients to ensure successful delivery.
• Develop and review hydraulic models, analyses, and reports to standards.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Contribute to proposals, scopes of work, and client interviews.
• Support staffing, recruiting, and professional growth within H&H modeling.
• Contribute to innovation and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Skills

Stormwater modeling

Technical leadership

Mentoring

Client communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or related Engineering

Tools

InfoWorks ICM

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

XPSWMM

PCSWMM

EPA SWMM

ICPR

FLO-2D

InfoWorks WS Pro

OpenRoads DU

Job description

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding a Regional Drainage Manager to our IEW team.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For nearly 60 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential - join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Your Role:

• Serve as a senior technical leader for stormwater and hydraulic/hydrologic (H&H) modeling projects supporting municipal, county, state, and water district clients throughout Texas.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineering staff and support collaboration across multidisciplinary project teams.
• Coordinate with project managers, technical experts, and clients to support successful project execution, technical delivery, and client communication.
• Develop and review hydraulic models, technical calculations, analyses, and reports in accordance with Tetra Tech and client standards.
• Communicate technical findings and recommendations effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Utilize hydraulic modeling software such as InfoWorks ICM, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, XPSWMM, PCSWMM, EPA SWMM, ICPR, FLO-2D, InfoWorks WS Pro, OpenRoads DU, or comparable platforms.
• Contribute and grow into leading proposal development activities including scopes of work, schedules, level-of-effort estimates, and participation in client interviews.
• Support staffing coordination, recruiting efforts, and technical growth initiatives within the H&H modeling practice.
• Contribute to innovation initiatives, technical working groups, internal knowledge sharing, and industry engagement opportunities including conference presentations and abstract submissions.
• Grow into leader for Tetra Tech national Stormwater practice.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or related Engineering field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or ability to obtain through reciprocity.
• 15+ years of experience in stormwater engineering, hydraulic/hydrologic modeling, drainage planning, and water resources engineering.
• Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
• Experience with hydraulic and hydrologic modeling software such as InfoWorks ICM, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, XPSWMM, PCSWMM, EPA SWMM, ICPR, FLO-2D, InfoWorks WS Pro, OpenRoads DU, or comparable platforms.
• Experience preparing technical reports, hydraulic analyses, and engineering documentation for municipal infrastructure projects.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to clients, project teams, and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience coordinating with clients, project managers, and technical teams in a consulting environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and support project delivery schedules.
• Proven ability to mentor engineers and contribute to the technical growth of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience working with Texas municipal clients, counties, flood control agencies, or transportation agencies is highly desirable.
• Interest or experience in sustainable infrastructure, green stormwater infrastructure, resilience planning, or Envision is a plus.
• Ability to interpret model results and develop practical engineering recommendations and conceptual or final design solutions.
• Experience preparing and reviewing technical reports, engineering calculations, drainage studies, and planning documents.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Interest in building client relationships and supporting business development activities.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in a remote, office-based environment
• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate a computer, keyboard, and phone
• Ability to view and review detailed financial information on a screen with close visual acuity
• Occasional standing, walking, and reaching as needed

Work Environment/Environmental Factors:

• Work is primarily performed in a sedentary setting with standard office equipment
• Routine use of computers and digital systems for extended periods
• May require working across multiple time zones or adjusting schedule to meet business needs
• Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with multiple priorities and concurrent projects

Life at Tetra Tech:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science ® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.