Water Resource Engineer Project Manager

YU & Associates, Inc.; Elmwood Park (NJ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability

401(k) Retirement Plan with company match

Bonus Program

Job summary

A notable engineering firm located in Elmwood Park, New Jersey, is seeking a Transportation Project Manager specializing in water resource engineering. The successful candidate will manage projects related to water management, drainage systems, and flood control. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree, 10+ years of experience, proficiency in CAD/design software, and strong project management skills. Benefits include competitive compensation, health insurance, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in water resource engineering and project management.
• Proven track record managing drainage systems, flood control, and watershed management.
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee water resource engineering projects.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients.
• Develop comprehensive project plans including budget and schedule.
• Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and prepare reports.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship development

Hydrology knowledge

CAD/Design Software proficiency

Stormwater modeling software proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field

Master's degree (a plus)

Professional Engineer License in New York and/or New Jersey

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Civil 3D

CivilStorm

StormCAD

Job description

YU & Associates, Inc., an award‑winning engineering firm located in Elmwood Park, New Jersey, is seeking a Transportation Project Manager to join our team. As a Project Manager specializing in water resource engineering, you will be responsible for leading and managing projects related to water management, drainage systems, flood control, and watershed management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee water resource engineering projects, including the design, analysis, and implementation of water management systems, drainage systems, and flood/resiliency control measures.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring effective communication and maintaining strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage and mentor a multidisciplinary project team, providing technical guidance, assigning tasks, and ensuring project objectives are met.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, budget, schedule, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, such as government agencies, environmental consultants, and contractors, to ensure project compliance and successful execution.
• Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, analyze data, and prepare reports and recommendations for water resource management projects.
• Evaluate and design stormwater management systems, including detention basins, green infrastructure, and erosion control measures.
• Review and approve project deliverables, including design plans, technical specifications, and construction documents.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks and challenges, and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, permits, and environmental standards.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to address project concerns, resolve issues, and ensure client satisfaction.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in water resource engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or a related field. A master's degree is a plus. Professional Engineer License in New York and/or New Jersey is required, or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 10+ years of experience in design, planning, and implementation of stormwater and hydraulic elements with a focus on project management.
• Proven track record of successfully managing water resource engineering projects, including drainage systems, flood control, and watershed management. Strong knowledge of hydrology and stormwater and green infrastructure design.
• Proficient with CAD/Design Software (AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil 3D, InRoads/OpenRoads) and able to assist others as needed.
• Proficient with stormwater modeling software such as CivilStorm or StormCAD required.
• Business development skills and the proven ability to win work a plus.
• Good client relationship development skills.
• Experience writing proposals, scopes of work, and budgets for projected work.
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage & mentor staff, and direct resources effectively in a positive manner.
• Ability to travel to job sites.

We offer employees competitive compensation packages, medical/dental/vision, life insurance, short and long‑term disability, paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Benefits

• Medical – National plan with low out of pocket costs to members.
• Dental – National plan.
• Vision – National plan with the largest vision network.
• Life/AD&D – Benefit available should an employee pass away while employed.
• Short‑Term Disability – Benefit in the event an employee is unable to work for a short period of time.
• Long‑Term Disability – Benefit in the event an employee is unable to work for an extended period.
• Employee Assistance Program – 3rd‑party support available when needed.
• ADP Retirement Plan with company match.
• Bonus Program – based on individual and company performance.
• Yearly Review – based on individual and company performance.

Tax Savings Tools

• Healthcare Reimbursement Accounts – Tax‑free benefit to employees.
• Flexible Spending Accounts – Tax‑deductible benefit for employees.
• Dependent Care and Commuter Program – Tax‑deductible benefit for employees.

Value Adds

• Will Preparation
• Beneficiary Grief Support

SALARY RANGE: $130,000 to $150,000

YU & Associates is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer fully committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment practices. No employee or applicant for employment is discriminated against because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual or affectional preference, sexual orientation, sex, ancestry or national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, marital or domestic status, veteran status, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information or testing, or any other legally protected category in all employment decisions.