Senior Drainage Project Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Drainage Project Engineer to join their innovative team in Texas. This role involves designing stormwater management systems and collaborating across disciplines to deliver high-quality projects. With a commitment to sustainability and employee ownership, you will have the opportunity to work on challenging projects that make a significant impact on infrastructure and community well-being. Join a firm that values professional growth and offers a supportive work environment where your contributions are recognized and appreciated.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexibility and work/life balance

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) with employer matching

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance

Employer-paid Life/AD&D insurance

Wellness incentives

Professional development opportunities

Challenging and innovative projects

Qualifications

• 10+ years of drainage/water resources experience with TxDOT.
• Valid Professional Engineering Licensure or ability to acquire it.

Responsibilities

• Designing stormwater management and erosion control systems.
• Preparing project plans, cost estimates, and specifications.

Skills

Drainage Design

Water Resources Management

Project Management

Hydraulic Modeling

OpenRoads Designer

GIS

Education

Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering

Master’s in Water Resources

Tools

OpenRoads Designer

Storm CAD

HEC-RAS

ICPR

GIS

Job description

Job Description

Are we the road to your future?

Volkert is an employee-owned and Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.

We are currently searching for an experienced Senior Drainage Project Engineer to support our Southwest Region located in Texas.

What you’ll be doing:

• Collecting and analyzing data for project plans and reports
• Using computer engineering software to design stormwater management and storm drain systems, as well as soil erosion and sediment control systems
• Analyzing and designing hydrologic and hydraulic models for transportation improvement projects
• Permitting with different regulatory and water management agencies
• Assisting in and preparing project plans using OpenRoads Designer
• Contributing to the preparation and modification of scope and complexity engineering reports and calculations for various projects
• Preparing and assisting in the preparation of project construction details, quantities, cost estimates, and specifications
• Reviewing project quantity estimates, details, and check calculations and drawings for compliance
• Preparing and assisting with project schedules
• Collaborating across disciplines, subconsultants, and professionals to deliver quality projects within budget and schedule
• Overseeing project design activities, supervising production efforts, and mentoring junior staff and designers
• Performing other professional, management, marketing, and networking duties as assigned

What you need to have:

• Bachelor’s of Science in Civil Engineering (Master’s in water resources fields a plus)
• Valid Professional Engineering Licensure (P.E.) or the ability to acquire it within 6 months
• 10+ years of relevant/progressive drainage/water resources and TxDOT experience
• Experience with OpenRoads Designer, Storm CAD, ICPR, HEC-RAS, GIS, and/or SUDA software
• Previous TxDOT drainage design experience and strong knowledge of TxDOT standards and procedures
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening; Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Note that regulations may differ by state.
• Valid driver’s license
• Satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)
• Characteristics of a successful Volkert team member:
• Be a brand ambassador who engages positively with others
• Be self-motivated to meet goals and maintain accountability
• Exercise initiative and independent judgment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task in a team environment

Volkert Perks:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexibility and work/life balance
• Challenging and innovative projects
• Employee referral program
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance
• Employer-paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Additional voluntary benefits

The words from our Chairman of the Board and CEO, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture how you can make an impact at Volkert:

“For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our legacy and look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that makes a difference.”

– Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman and CEO

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Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or third-party services.

Locations include: Austin, Houston, McKinney, Rockwall, Round Rock, San Antonio, Tyler, TX

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