Senior Drainage Project Engineer | Stormwater Lead

Horrocks; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) 50% match up to 6%

Job summary

Horrocks is seeking a Drainage Project Engineer in Las Vegas, NV, with 7–9 years of experience. You will lead the design of stormwater, drainage, and flood mitigation systems, review reports, and mentor junior staff, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on public and private projects.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree, PE licensure or progress toward it, and strong hydrology/hydraulics knowledge. The team emphasizes practical, constructible solutions and client coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• 7–9 years of progressive experience in drainage and stormwater engineering.
• PE license or actively working toward licensure.
• Strong understanding of hydrology, hydraulics, and drainage design.
• Experience with public and private sector clients.
• Ability to interpret survey data, geotechnical reports and constraints.
• Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and approvals processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and work independently.
• Collaborative, proactive problem-solving approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the design of stormwater and drainage systems.
• Prepare and review drainage reports, calculations, plans, and specs.
• Model hydrology and hydraulics using industry tools.
• Apply local, regional, and national drainage standards.
• Identify and manage drainage risks and opportunities.
• Manage components from concept through construction support.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for integrated solutions.
• Review submittals and respond to RFIs during construction.
• Support cost estimation, scheduling, and design optimization.
• Engage with clients and agencies to obtain approvals and resolve issues.
• Participate in meetings and present technical information clearly.
• Support proposals and business development efforts as needed.
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
• Review others' work for quality and consistency.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Mentoring

Independence

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

XP-SWMM

InfoDrainage

Job description

Horrocks is seeking a Drainage Project Engineer in Las Vegas, NV, with 7–9 years of experience. You will lead the design of stormwater, drainage, and flood mitigation systems, review reports, and mentor junior staff, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on public and private projects.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree, PE licensure or progress toward it, and strong hydrology/hydraulics knowledge. The team emphasizes practical, constructible solutions and client coordination.