Stormwater Engineering Consultant

WSP in the U.S.; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is looking for a Water Resources Engineer in Virginia Beach to perform professional engineering work focused on stormwater management and water quality. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering and 5-7 years of experience in the field.

This role involves managing projects, preparing technical reports, and interacting with regulatory agencies. A competitive salary between $90,000 to $140,000, depending on qualifications, is offered.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of post-education experience in water resources engineering.
• Proficient ability to coordinate with agency regulators and understand requirements.
• Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations of construction and design of facilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional water resources engineering work and conduct investigations.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations that explain research and findings.
• Assist with the development and scoping of medium-sized projects.

Skills

Water resource engineering principles

Stormwater management

Erosion and sediment control

Hydrology & hydraulics design

Effective interpersonal skills

Technical writing

Technical computations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Engineer in Training Certification

Tools

ESRI ArcGIS software

HEC-RAS

PCSWMM

Hydraulic models

Job description

Responsibilities and Impact

• Perform professional water resources engineering work and conduct investigations, analysis, and inspections related to stormwater master planning, water quality/quantity/management, stormwater management facilities, culverts, hydrology, open‑channel hydraulics, bridge hydraulics, floodplain modeling/mapping, hydrologic/hydraulic modeling, canal development, river/stream/habitat restoration and fish passage, waste disposal, and pollution control and treatment to avert contamination and degradation of water resources and determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and permits.
• Work individually or as part of a cross‑functional team to execute project work, permit applications, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memos.
• Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts and accurate reports for interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses.
• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting.
• Assist with the development and scoping of medium‑sized projects.
• Perform concept‑level design of treatment works and analyze hydrologic and hydraulic models and computations for stormwater and watershed master planning, stream restoration, and water quality studies.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations that explain research, findings, and design recommendations.
• Assist in the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of data obtained during field investigations.
• Design various stormwater management facilities, including bioretention, green roofs, permeable pavements, wet ponds, manufactured treatment devices, and underground detention facilities.
• Prepare watershed studies, floodplain studies, and evaluate regulated impoundment structures for compliance with regulations.
• Comply with regulatory requirements pertaining to data integrity, documentation, procedures, training, monitoring systems, and record compliance and retention.
• Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.
• Remain current in latest water resource engineering techniques and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs and assist with mentorship and growth of staff.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with a focus in Water Resources or a closely related discipline.
• 5 to 7 years of post‑education experience in water resources engineering.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Proficient knowledge of water resource engineering principles, practices, processes, design/build, and their application to environmental permitting and project work.
• Working knowledge of stormwater management, drainage, erosion and sediment control, hydrology & hydraulics design, watershed studies, floodplain delineation, and related disciplines.
• Proficient ability to coordinate with agency regulators and understand requirements.
• Working knowledge of relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record‑keeping requirements.
• Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving engineering principles, plans, specifications, and applicable regulations.
• Familiarity with Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments in accordance with ASTM guidelines, and permitting processes for water resources projects.
• Project management experience with small to mid‑level projects, including tracking hours and expenses.
• Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations of construction and design of facilities or structures under applicable regulations.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with engineers and non‑engineers.
• Strong self‑leadership with attention to detail, multi‑tasking, and prioritization in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently and guide junior team members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
• Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, mathematics, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Adept at coordinating technical matters with public and private groups.
• Experience with surface water analysis, hydrologic methodologies (TR‑55, HEC‑HMS, etc.), hydraulic models (PCSWMM, HEC‑RAS, HEC‑RAS‑2D, HEC‑GeoRAS, SRH‑2D, etc.) and ESRI ArcGIS software.
• Developed critical thinking and problem‑solving skills for testing results, data collation, statistical analysis, and effective solutions.
• Ability to assertively direct subcontractors and others to safely and efficiently complete tasks.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and abiding by WSP’s health, safety, and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules that may extend beyond the typical workweek; occasional travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Essential professional licensure or certification.
• Experience managing small to mid‑size projects.
• VA Department of Environmental Quality (VDEQ) certification as a Plan Reviewer or Program Administrator for SWM.
• 40‑Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) preferred.
• Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.

Compensation

Expected Salary: $90,000 – $140,000

Equal Opportunity Employer

WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.