Water Resource Discipline Lead

STV Incorporated; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Continuing Education Program

Professional Licensure Support

Job summary

STV Incorporated is seeking a Water Resource Discipline Lead to join our team in New Jersey. The candidate will build and lead the PA/NJ Water Resources group, oversee hydrologic/hydraulic studies, drainage and stormwater management for major transportation projects and ensure regulatory compliance.

The role requires 15+ years of water resources experience with NJDOT/NJTA, NJ PE licensure or eligibility, and strong leadership, project management, and client communication skills to deliver

Qualifications

• 15+ years of water resources experience focused on NJDOT/NJTA projects.
• NJ Professional Engineer license or eligible via reciprocity within 6 months.
• Experience leading design teams and managing multi-discipline projects.
• Strong knowledge of stormwater regulations and hydraulic analysis.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead the PA/NJ Water Resources team, including design management.
• Lead hydrologic/hydraulic studies, drainage and stormwater systems design.
• Oversee environmental permits and construction documents.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and permitting agencies.
• Mentor junior staff and manage client communications and schedules.

Skills

NJDOT experience

NJTA experience

Leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering

NJ PE License or eligibility via reciprocity

Tools

OpenRoads Drainage & Utilities

HEC-RAS

HydroCAD

Job description

Water Resource Discipline Lead STV is seeking a highly experienced Water Resource Discipline Lead to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with NJ clients, including NJDOT and NJTA. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated senior engineer to contribute to high-profile infrastructure projects across New Jersey and to lead the PA/NJ Water Resources group. Candidates will work with other STV offices in other regions as well.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and lead the PA/NJ Water Resources team including design management and staff development.
• Lead the design and analysis of hydrologic/hydraulic (H&H) studies, drainage, stormwater management systems and erosion/sediment control for roadway and transportation projects, ensuring compliance with NJDOT, NJTA, NJDEP and local regulations.
• Oversee the preparation of environmental permits and construction documents.
• Coordinate and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including roadway engineers, environmental specialists, and permitting agencies, to deliver integrated project solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior staff, ensuring the quality and accuracy of deliverables.
• Engage in client communications, manage project schedules, and ensure timely delivery of milestones.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering.
• 15+ years of experience in water resources engineering with a focus on NJDOT and NJTA projects.
• NJ PE License required, or the ability to obtain licensure in NJ within 6 months through reciprocity from another state.
• Proficiency in OpenRoads Drainage & Utilities tools, with demonstrated expertise in modeling and design is a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of stormwater management regulations, erosion and sediment pollution controls, hydraulic analysis, and drainage system design in New Jersey.
• Proficiency with drainage and stormwater modeling software packages such as HEC-RAS and HydroCAD Scour analysis experience.
• Experience in preparing hydraulic studies and stormwater management reports for large infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with NJDEP and other regulatory agency regulations and permitting processes.
• Experience with floodplain analysis and bridge hydraulics.

Compensation Range:

$179,925.15 - $205,628.74

STV offers the following benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Back-Up Dependent Care
• Parental Leave
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV's good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

STV is one of the top infrastructure-focused professional services firms in North America. Founded in 1912, STV advises, plans, designs, engineers and delivers the infrastructure that powers local economies, including transportation systems, buildings, water and other facilities. Headquartered in New York City, the company has more than 65 offices and 3,400 employees who reimagine the solutions and structures that connect our communities. The firm is ranked 32nd in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms survey and is 10th in its transportation category. STV is deeply committed to investing in its people and creating a world-class employee experience. We are passionate about mentoring, coaching and cultivating our talent because we know they are destined to become the next generation of industry leaders. We’re also committed to delivering formative career experiences – and we do that by providing challenging and unique work experiences, by mapping multiple ways to advance (beyond the traditional career ladder!) and by recognizing those who successfully chart new and exciting paths for the firm. We value a wide range of perspectives and experiences, without regard to any factor or characteristic, regardless of whether it is a category protected by federal, state and/or local law, making them an integral part of how we work. Our approach ensures that every individual is respected, heard, and given opportunities to contribute meaningfully. We remove barriers and create pathways for growth, embedding fairness into our daily operations.

STV exists to make communities better through innovative solutions that connect people, places and the present to the future. Our local teams throughout the country deeply understand the needs of their communities and have the expertise to provide solutions.

We are also committed to giving back to our communities and our neighbors through volunteering and philanthropic activities; fundraising events; scholarships, internships, and mentoring; and sustainability and community improvement projects.

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STV provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Learn more at stvinc.com.