Stormwater Practice Lead

Terraphase Engineering Inc.; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

401(k) match

Commuter Benefits

TerraLunches

TerraTalks

Licensing/Professional Development Re-

Flexible Work Schedule

Ongoing company-sponsored events

Job summary

Terraphase Engineering Inc. is seeking a Principal Stormwater Engineer in the Oakland, CA area. This senior role leads stormwater and civil design projects, mentors teams, and drives business development to expand Terraphase’s services across the region.

You will oversee technical direction, manage client relationships, and ensure designs meet regulatory standards while coordinating with regulatory agencies for timely approvals and project success.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering, Hydrology, or related field; 15+ years in civil infrastructure and stormwater design.
• PE license in good standing required.
• QSP/QSD certification in California or equivalent certs in other states.
• Proven track record in business development and client proposals; ability to close deals.
• Experience with local regulatory agencies; strong environmental regulatory knowledge.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and stormwater modeling software (SWMM, HEC-RAS).

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for stormwater and civil projects with regulatory compliance and innovative solutions.
• Lead business development and proposal efforts with marketing support.
• Manage client relationships and secure repeat and new projects.
• Oversee engineering designs, reports, and specs to meet project requirements.
• Direct project teams: scope, budgeting, scheduling, risk management; ensure outcomes.
• Mentor junior staff and maintain high technical standards.
• Manage municipal permitting and entitlement processes with regulators.
• Lead construction oversight and contract negotiations for new projects.

Skills

Civil engineering

Leadership

Business development

Regulatory knowledge

Mentoring

Hydraulic modeling

Team leadership

Education

B.S./M.S. in Civil Engineering or Hydrology

PE license

QSP/QSD California

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

SWMM

HEC-RAS

Job description

Terraphase offers cost-effective solutions to complex environmental and engineering challenges. We listen to our clients and focus on their needs. We apply technical expertise and keen awareness of the regulatory framework to achieve our clients' project goals and objectives. The combined talent and experience of Terraphase's engineers, geologists, and scientists form the foundation for a comprehensive environmental management approach.

Description

Terraphase Engineering is seeking a Principal Stormwater Engineer. In this senior-level role, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing leadership on high-profile stormwater and civil design projects, cultivating new business opportunities, and managing key client relationships. This position requires a strong focus on technical oversight, project management, and the ability to lead and mentor teams. The candidate will also actively engage in business development initiatives to expand Terraphase’s stormwater and civil engineering services across the region.

The Role

• Provide technical leadership and strategic direction for stormwater and civil engineering projects, ensuring high-quality design, regulatory compliance, and innovative solutions.
• Lead business development efforts by identifying new opportunities, leading proposal and marketing material efforts with support of the marketing team, supporting the internal Compliance Service Area and Market Sector initiatives, identifying and implementing networking opportunities at business development-related conferences and symposiums, and expanding the company’s stormwater and civil engineering portfolio.
• Manage client relationships, leveraging networks to secure repeat business and generate new project opportunities.
• Oversee the development of engineering designs, reports, and specifications, ensuring they meet project requirements and adhere to industry standards.
• Direct project teams through all phases of execution, including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, and risk management, ensuring successful outcomes.
• Mentor and develop junior staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and maintaining high technical standards.
• Manage municipal permitting and entitlement processes, coordinating with regulatory agencies to ensure timely approvals and compliance.
• Lead construction oversight, ensuring adherence to project specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Drive proposal development and manage contract negotiations to secure new projects.

Who You Are

• B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering, Hydrology (or a related field) with 15+ years of experience in civil infrastructure, stormwater design, and site grading.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license in good standing.
• Professional certifications; possession of QSP/QSD certification in California or equivalent relevant certifications in other states
• Proven track record in business development, with the ability to generate new business, develop client proposals, and successfully close deals.
• Extensive experience working with local regulatory agencies and a strong understanding of environmental regulations, permitting, and compliance.
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D and stormwater modeling software (e.g., SWMM, HEC-RAS), with a deep understanding of hydraulic and water quality modeling.

Compensation for this position is based on years of experience, technical expertise, technical education, and geographic location.

Pay Range: $145,000 USD - $180,000 USD

Who We Are

We are an environmental consulting company that offers cost-effective solutions to complex environmental and engineering challenges. We apply technical expertise and keen awareness of the regulatory framework to achieve our clients' project goals and objectives. The combined talent and experience of Terraphase's engineers, geologists, and scientists form the foundation for a comprehensive environmental management approach.

Terraphase was founded with the goal of developing a full-service engineering and consulting firm that provides high-quality services to clients with regional and nationwide operations. We are driven by creating valuable work products for our company and clients, and a rewarding environment for our employees. Our staff is comprised of registered professionals in civil engineering, geology, hydrogeology, and geotechnical engineering.

Our unique company culture philosophy of appreciating and recognizing individuals for their work, leadership, and mentoring, while supporting and encouraging a healthy personal and professional lifestyle help to make Terraphase one of the best places to work.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• a generous 401(k) match
• Commuter Benefits
• TerraLunches
• TerraTalks
• Tuition/Licensing/Professional Development Reimbursement
• Flexible Work Schedule
• ongoing company-sponsored events.

EOE STATEMENT

Terraphase is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to an inclusive & diverse work environment where individual strengths and diverse viewpoints are respected and complement each other to achieve common goals. (EOE M/V/F/D)

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