Sr. Water Resources Engineer/Project Manager

RIVUS Consulting LLC; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer/Project Manager to lead impactful engineering design services. This role focuses on hydrology, stormwater management, and water quality retrofits, ensuring compliance with regulations while engaging with diverse stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in hydrologic modeling and project management, with a commitment to technical excellence and career growth. Join a collaborative environment where your expertise will shape significant projects and foster professional development.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in hydrology and hydraulics.
• Strong project management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Hands-on proficiency with H&H modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage large-scale stormwater projects and ensure quality assurance.
• Collaborate with teams to develop hydrologic models and reports.
• Mentor junior staff and support training efforts.

Skills

H&H modeling

stormwater detention design

floodplain mitigation planning

communication skills

GIS application in H&H modeling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM)

Tools

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

InfoWorks ICM

XP-SWMM

ICPR4 (Stormwise)

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About Us:

About Us:

RIVUS Consulting is a trusted small business providing innovative engineering consulting services to public sector clients. Our team is built on a foundation of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. At RIVUS, we prioritize diversity, customer service, and employee recognition, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

We believe in cultivating leadership at every level and empowering our team to grow alongside us. Joining RIVUS means becoming part of an innovative organization where your expertise will help shape impactful projects and where your career can reach its fullest potential. As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, we are committed to supporting your personal and professional development.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer / Project Manager to lead and coordinate a variety of engineering design services focused on hydrology, hydraulics, drainage, stormwater management, water quality retrofits, and stream restoration or mitigation efforts.

This role involves managing feasibility studies, preparing detailed design plans and construction documentation, supporting project permitting, and overseeing construction-phase services. The engineer will contribute technical expertise on large watershed studies or multiple smaller-scale projects with complex drainage systems.

The ideal candidate will apply both standard and advanced hydrologic and hydraulic modeling techniques, ensure compliance with municipal and federal regulations, and engage effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders. Strong communication skills and a commitment to technical excellence are essential—along with a desire for career growth into senior project management roles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage mid-sized to large-scale stormwater and water resources projects, including scope, schedule, budget, deliverables, and quality assurance.
• Lead or support engineering analysis on watershed and stormwater projects of varying complexity
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop detailed hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) models and prepare accompanying technical reports
• Apply both standard and advanced modeling methods and engineering principles across various water resources disciplines
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders, requiring clear and professional communication skills
• Assist in the preparation of construction cost estimates, design drawings, and technical specifications
• Mentor junior staff and support training efforts across the team
  
  
  

Qualifications – Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with ability to obtain reciprocity in the state of Texas
• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) not required but highly desirable
  
  
  

Qualifications – Experience & Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to manage projects or task orders, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Minimum of 7+ years of professional experience performing H&H modeling, stormwater detention design, FEMA LOMCs, and floodplain mitigation planning
• Hands-on proficiency with some or all of the following models: HEC-RAS (steady, unsteady, and/or 2D), HEC-HMS, InfoWorks ICM, XP-SWMM, and/or ICPR4 (Stormwise)
• Experience with the application of GIS in H&H modeling
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical information to clients and stakeholders.
• Experience with local, state, or federal clients and knowledge of applicable regulations and permitting processes
• Proven ability to develop strong client and team relationships
  
  
  

Reporting Structure:

This role reports directly to the Water Resources Team Lead and offers clear opportunities for career advancement into Senior Project Engineer or Project Manager positions.

Work Location:

Multiple Locations – Dallas, TX and/or Lanham, MD

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

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