Section Manager - Drainage

Parsons Corporation; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 134,000 - 241,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Drainage Section Manager to serve as Engineer-of-Record for transportation drainage designs. You will lead project coordination, supervise QC, mentor junior staff, and support client relationships.

You will drive development of engineering documents, foster staff growth, and contribute to marketing and fee proposals. FDOT project background is highly valued, with a strong emphasis on leadership and technical excellence.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering required with PE licensure.
• 15+ years of progressive transportation drainage design experience.
• Strong technical writing and client communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Engineer-of-Record for drainage design on transportation projects.
• Lead project coordination, QC reviews, and mentoring of junior staff.
• Develop plans, reports, permit packages, and client-facing materials.
• Support marketing, business development, and client relationship building.

Skills

Technical writing

Communication

Leadership

Team management

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE)

Job description

Job Description

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Drainage Section Manager to join our team! In this role you will serve as Engineer-of-Record for drainage design on transportation projects, lead project coordination and document development, oversee quality control, mentor junior staff, support client relationships, and contribute to marketing and business development efforts.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Serving as Engineer-of-Record (EOR) for drainage design on transportation projects.
• Responsible charge of task and/or project including coordination with discipline leaders, consultant/sub-consultants and coordination with the client for the full length of the design and construction (post-design) cycle.
• Establishing work plans, oversee/lead the development of engineering documents including plans, reports and permit application packages, track project progress and schedule.
• Perform Quality Control reviews.
• Provide technical guidance to groups and junior engineers. Training, mentoring and coaching the team on drainage design.
• Facilitate career development of junior engineers and designers through active mentorship, providing formal and informal feedback and seizing opportunities to develop and teach new skills.
• Develop relationships with key clients, agencies and teaming partners.
• Participate and/or lead marketing efforts for drainage tasks, prepare marketing materials, perform research, prepare and attend presentations, prepare fee proposals and negotiate with clients.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• BS in Civil Engineering or related field required
• Professional Engineer (PE)
• 15+ years of relevant, progressive transportation drainage design experience including a strong background in FDOT projects.
• Demonstrated technical writing and communication skills.
• Ability to lead drainage design for complex transportation projects and manage a team of drainage engineers.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Experience as a lead technical professional for transportation drainage tasks such as the design of stormwater management systems, open and closed section drainage systems, bridge hydraulics and preparation of associated documentation.
• Experience and/or willingness to participate in business development activities.
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships.

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

Salary Range: $134,100.00 - $241,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-

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