Transportation Drainage Senior Project Manager

H. W. Lochner, Inc.; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to enhancing communities through innovative infrastructure solutions. As a Senior Project Manager, you'll lead transformative drainage projects across Texas, collaborating with diverse teams and clients to deliver impactful results. This role offers the opportunity to leverage your expertise in drainage design while mentoring junior engineers in a supportive environment. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible work schedules and professional development assistance, as you contribute to a culture that values collaboration and creativity. Be part of a mission-driven team committed to making a lasting difference in the industry.

Benefits

Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Premiums

Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program

Company Paid Disability and Life Insurance

Health Savings Accounts with Employer Contribution

Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical Expenses

Paid Family Leave

Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match

Flexible Work Schedules

Wellness Program

Education and Training Assistance

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in transportation drainage projects.
• Texas PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Proficiency in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead transportation drainage projects ensuring compliance with client requirements.
• Manage budgets and schedules for timely project delivery.
• Provide strategic guidance to clients on drainage challenges.

Skills

Hydrologic and Hydraulic Modeling

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Budget Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree in Environmental Engineering

Tools

MicroStation GEOPAK

OpenRoads Designer

SWMM

InfoWorks ICM

HEC-RAS

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: Austin, TX

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Category: Water / Drainage

Expectations

About Lochner

Founded in 1944, Lochner is a trusted infrastructure services provider for aviation, surface transportation and water clients who need high-quality, forward-looking solutions to complex challenges. Our vision is to become a Top 100 leader in the A/E industry, centered on an agile, engaged, and empowered workforce coming together to embrace the art of the possible and make a lasting difference in our world.

Are you ready to join us on this journey?

As a people-centric company, Lochner’s purpose is to empower our team to put their knowledge to work, enhancing communities across the US. To achieve this, we hire candidates of all experiences and skillsets because amazing things happen when people with diverse backgrounds come together to solve problems. We believe collaboration is more than a buzz word — it is a guiding principle in which every point of view is valued and heard and is the driving force in delivering our best work. At all levels of the organization, we foster an entrepreneurial spirit and culture of autonomy to advance our strategic vision and continually seek our next success story. Lochner – learn more about us

We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Project Manager to lead transformative transportation drainage projects across Texas, with a focus on TxDOT, RMAs, counties, and municipalities. This is a unique opportunity to combine your technical expertise in drainage design with your leadership skills to drive innovation and deliver impactful solutions for clients.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead High-Profile Projects: Oversee all aspects of transportation drainage work—from proposals and scopes of work to H&H analysis, detailed PS&E packages, and final reports—ensuring each phase meets client and regulatory requirements.

• Deliver Results: Manage budgets, schedules, and resources to maintain high-quality, on-time project delivery while cultivating strong client relationships.

• Provide Strategic Guidance: Serve as a trusted advisor to clients such as TxDOT, RMAs, and Texas counties, recommending innovative solutions to address complex drainage challenges.

• Coordinate Seamlessly: Collaborate with prime contractors, subcontractors, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive and efficient project delivery aligned with client objectives.

• Drive Business Development: Support client engagement by preparing and presenting winning proposals, managing contract negotiations, and identifying opportunities for growth.

• Mentor and Inspire: Guide junior engineers, fostering a high-performing, collaborative team culture while advancing their professional development.

Requirements:

• Texas PE license (or ability to obtain within 6 months) and a bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil or environmental engineering.

• At least 10 years of experience delivering transportation drainage projects and preparing PS&E deliverables, including 3+ years in project management or task leadership.

• Proficiency with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling tools, as well as experience with PS&E preparation using MicroStation GEOPAK or OpenRoads Designer (ORD).

• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and project teams while maintaining strong client relationships.

Preferred Qualifications:

• TxDOT pre-certifications in 10.1.1 (Hydrologic Studies) and 10.2.1 (Basic Hydraulic Design).

• Advanced modeling expertise with tools such as SWMM, InfoWorks ICM, and HEC-RAS 2D.

• Experience with FEMA crossing analysis, drainage impact studies, and TCEQ water quality design.

• Experience with ORD Drainage and Utilities (DU), HEC-HMS, and HEC-RAS.

Commitment

Joining Lochner means gaining access to a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health and financial well-being throughout your career.

Lochner provides an extensive total rewards package that includes:

• Competitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program
• Company Paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave), and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Expenses and/or Dependent Care
• Paid Family Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible)
• Wellness Program for Physical and Mental Health
• Lochner Cares Non-Profit 501c3
• Education and Training Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• Paid Time Off for Charitable Acts of Service

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Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, stoop, crawl, and lifting. The employee must frequently lift and/or move light equipment up to 20 pounds.Must be alert to equipment in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights.

Equal Employer

Lochner is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Lochner provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

All positions at Lochner require an applicant who has accepted an employment offer to undergo pre-employment screening. Background checks include SSN/SIN validation, motor vehicle verification, education verification, employment verification, a criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, anddrug test.All employment offers are contingent upon successful results of the pre-employment screening.

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