Water & Natural Resources Business Line Manager - Adaptation & Resilience

Mannik Smith Group; Rhode Island; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to enhancing community resilience through innovative water resource management. As a Water & Natural Resources Business Line Manager, you will lead impactful projects that address climate adaptation, ecological restoration, and green infrastructure. This role offers the chance to work collaboratively with a talented team while enjoying a flexible work schedule and a supportive work culture. With a commitment to professional growth and work-life balance, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a difference in their field while advancing their careers.

Benefits

Schedule Flexibility

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Access to Online Courses

Generous Paid Time Off

Clear Paths for Promotions

Regular Team-building Activities

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of relevant experience in water resources.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license required or ability to acquire.

Responsibilities

• Develop new clients and projects focused on climate adaptation.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams on water resource-related projects.

Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Climate Adaptation and Resilience

Ecological Restoration

Green Infrastructure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Graduate degree

Tools

Hydrologic & Hydraulic Studies

Drainage Studies and Design

Job description

Water & Natural Resources Business Line Manager - Adaptation & Resilience

Department: Engineering

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Providence, RI

Compensation: $110,000 - $150,000 / year

Description

Creativity. Innovation. A desire to effect positive change. That’s what it takes to work at Fuss & O’Neill – because that’s what we do for the communities in which we work: we create, innovate, and design long-lasting improvements that improve quality of life. Quality of life is also important on the job, so we’ve prioritized work-life balance by offering flexible/remote work opportunities, part-time benefits, and generous PTO. We believe that each day is an opportunity to support one another, to support our clients, and to support our communities. If you feel the same, then you’ve found your future.

As a Water & Natural Resources Business Line Manager, you’ll support the continued growth and evolution of our water resources practice in the Northeast market with a focus on climate adaptation and resilience, ecological restoration, and green infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the Water & Natural Resources team to develop new clients and projects focused on climate adaptation and resilience, ecological restoration, and green infrastructure.
• Develop, lead, and/or support multi-disciplinary teams on a range of water resource-related projects, such as: green stormwater infrastructure, drainage studies and design, nature-based flood and heat resilience solutions, dam removal, stream and wetland restoration, floodplain restoration, culvert replacement and right-sizing, hydrologic & hydraulic studies, and coastal flood resilience and restoration.
• Work closely with Business Line, Operations and Marketing Leaders to identify and develop opportunities to grow our practice.
• Recommend new approaches or technology to build a competitive advantage in the market.
• Recommend key hires and participate in the hiring process in the market; actively engage in staff development assessments and make recommendations for training and/or additional development activities.
• Act as Project Manager with high-profile projects and clients, providing expert-level technical support.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering; graduate degree is a plus.
• Typically requires at least 7-10 years of relevant experience.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license is required; or the ability to acquire in 12-months.
• Existing relationships with municipal and state clients.
• Desire to mentor staff and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong communication skills; written and verbal.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

• Schedule Flexibility: Customize your work schedule to fit your life.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits to keep you and your family healthy.
• Continuous Learning: Access to online courses, conferences, and learning materials to fuel your professional growth.
• Paid Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge with our generous paid time off policy.
• Career Advancement: Clear paths for promotions and the opportunity to take on new challenges.
• Fun Team Culture: Regular team-building activities, happy hours, and company outings.