Stormwater Assistant Project Manager

WithersRavenel; Asheville (NC); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

WithersRavenel in Asheville, NC is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support municipal stormwater and infrastructure projects. You will help manage scope, schedules, budgets, and client coordination while growing leadership capabilities in a collaborative team.

This hybrid role is based out of our Asheville office, offering opportunities to expand project management responsibilities and strengthen client relationships with experienced professionals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Biological and Agriculture Engineering or a related discipline.
• 6+ years of relevant engineering experience, preferably in municipal stormwater or water resources.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Familiarity with Civil 3D, ESRI GIS and HECRAS.
• Experience with engineering project design and coordination.
• Familiarity with project scopes, schedules, budgets, and client coordination.
• Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• An interest in growing your project management and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and delivery of municipal stormwater and infrastructure projects.
• Assist with managing project scope, schedules, budgets, resources, and deliverables.
• Coordinate engineering design efforts and collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Develop and maintain relationships with municipal clients and project stakeholders.
• Participate in client meetings, project updates, and presentations.
• Identify project challenges and work with project leadership to develop solutions.
• Support proposals, scopes of work, fee development, and business development activities.
• Provide guidance to project team members while continuing to develop your leadership skills.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Leadership potential

Education

Bachelor's degree (Civil Engineering / related)

Tools

Civil 3D

ESRI GIS

HECRAS

Job description

Description

Take the next step in your career. Help shape the communities around you.

At WithersRavenel, we believe meaningful work creates lasting impact. We're looking for an Assistant Project Manager to join our Stormwater Practice Area and help deliver municipal infrastructure projects that make a difference. From stormwater and flood-control improvements to water-quality initiatives and stream restoration related projects, you'll help communities address important challenges while building a stronger future.

This is an opportunity for an experienced engineer ready to expand their project management responsibilities, strengthen client relationships, and grow as a leader. You'll work alongside experienced professionals while taking greater ownership of project delivery and team success.

This is a hybrid role based out of our Asheville, North Carolina office.

What You'll Do

• Support the planning and delivery of municipal stormwater and infrastructure projects.
• Assist with managing project scope, schedules, budgets, resources, and deliverables.
• Coordinate engineering design efforts and collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Develop and maintain relationships with municipal clients and project stakeholders.
• Participate in client meetings, project updates, and presentations.
• Identify project challenges and work with project leadership to develop solutions.
• Support proposals, scopes of work, fee development, and business development activities.
• Provide guidance to project team members while continuing to develop your leadership skills.

Why WR?

At WithersRavenel, we believe great work starts with great people. We’re looking for individuals who value collaboration, community, and making a meaningful impact for our clients. Ask our employees what they love most about WR, and you’ll hear a few themes again and again:

• Our people – a supportive, team-first culture where collaboration comes naturally.
• Your growth – meaningful opportunities to learn, develop your skills, and build your career.
• Our communities – a genuine commitment to making a difference in the places where we work and live.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Biological and Agriculture Engineering or a related discipline.
• 6+ years of relevant engineering experience, preferably in municipal stormwater or water resources.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Familiarity with Civil 3D, ESRI GIS and HECRAS.
• Experience with engineering project design and coordination.
• Familiarity with project scopes, schedules, budgets, and client coordination.
• Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• An interest in growing your project management and leadership capabilities.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.

Working Conditions

The assignment may require infrequent evening/weekend work and off site travel to career fairs and other related sites. Candidates should enjoy working in collaborative, fast-paced, and client-driven environment.

Physical Requirements

The assignment may occasionally require repetitive physical tasks (such as operating a computer), standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time, extended time travelling in a vehicle, and carrying equipment and materials up to 25 pounds.

WithersRavenel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, military service, or other non-merit factors protected by federal, state, or local laws. At WithersRavenel, we strive to build and nurture a culture where diversity, inclusivity, and belonging are a normal part of doing business, not an initiative. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better results. By hiring highly talented people who align with our Core Values, we continue to enrich and broaden our team, as well as the employee and client experience. This purposeful approach to diversity and inclusion leads to greater commitment, collaboration, and effectiveness in our culture, work, and lives.