Senior Water Resources Engineer/Project Manager

GAMARC Consulting; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and 401

Hybrid work options

Career advancement and training

Competitive PTO

Job summary

GAMARC Consulting seeks a Senior Water Resources Engineer/Project Manager in Austin, TX. Lead water resources teams and manage stormwater, watershed, and drainage projects across Central Texas. Manage technical work and project finances while coordinating with CAD and marketing teams.

Ideal candidate has a TX PE license, strong leadership, and a track record in design engineering and project management. Occasional travel to San Antonio is expected; hybrid work option available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field; Master's preferred.
• Licensed Texas Professional Engineer (PE) for at least 3 years.
• Proven leadership as design engineering lead or project manager.
• Experience designing stormwater treatment facilities and storm drain improvements.
• FEMA Flood Insurance Mapping familiarity.
• Strong communication and collaboration with project teams.
• Experience solving flood, erosion, and water quality issues with innovative technologies.

Responsibilities

• Train and lead engineers and staff to meet project goals within resources.
• Prepare plans, specifications, cost opinions, schedules, and permits.
• Coordinate design drawings with the CAD team.
• Collaborate with marketing to pursue opportunities and prepare technical content.
• Coordinate with finance for fee proposals, forecasting, and invoicing.
• Conduct regular project update meetings.
• Convey project results in technical documents, interviews, and presentations.
• Light travel between Austin and San Antonio as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Water resources

Communication

Stormwater design

Environmental chemistry

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

CAD

Project management tools

Job description

About the job Senior Water Resources Engineer/Project Manager

Location: Austin, TX

Duration: Full-time

The client is seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer/Project Manager for immediate hire for our Austin, TX office. This position involves leading Water Resources teams and utilizing technical abilities to plan, analyze, and design projects for municipalities across Central Texas, including Austin, San Antonio, Houston, and Dallas. Responsibilities include technical work and project management for stormwater and watershed management projects, stream restoration projects, and roadway drainage design projects. Candidates must coordinate multiple projects, work effectively with diverse teams, and oversee technical and financial project management.

Key Responsibilities

• Train and lead engineers and technical staff to meet project goals within allocated resources.


• Prepare plans, specifications, cost opinions, schedules, and permits for project designs.


• Coordinate design drawings with the CAD team.


• Work with the marketing team to pursue opportunities, prepare technical content for proposals, and create marketing materials.


• Collaborate with the financial team for fee proposals, project forecasting, and timely invoicing.


• Conduct regular project update meetings with team members.


• Convey project results effectively in technical documents, interviews, and presentations.


• Perform light travel (primarily between Austin and San Antonio) as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or a related field (Masters preferred).


• Licensed Texas PE for at least 3 years.


• Proven leadership experience as a design engineering lead or project manager.


• Expertise in the design and construction of stormwater treatment facilities and storm drain improvement systems.


• Familiarity with the FEMA Flood Insurance Mapping process and procedures.


• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with project teams effectively.


• Familiarity with solving flood, erosion, and water quality issues using innovative technologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Local project experience with Central Texas municipalities and agencies.


• Experience with FEMA projects.


• TxDOT pre-certifications.

Company Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.


• 401(k) with company contributions.


• Short-term disability coverage.


• Generous PTO and hybrid work options.


• Career advancement opportunities and training programs.


• Collaborative and flexible work environment.