Water Resources Engineer - Ecosystem Restoration & Impact

Southwest Florida Water Management District; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FRS District Total Contribution 14.03%

9 paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Parental Leave

Medical and dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Public service loan forgiveness

Flexible schedule

Wellness program

EAP

Job summary

Southwest Florida Water Management District in Florida is seeking an Engineer to support the SWIM program, performing technical reviews, analyzing hydrologic and hydraulic models, and coordinating projects. The role emphasizes collaboration with teams, field data collection, and contract management to advance habitat restoration and water quality efforts.

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement with on-site requirements in Florida, opportunities to lead stakeholder engagements, and growth

Qualifications

• Experience performing technical reviews of studies, designs, and H&H models.
• Ability to coordinate projects and manage scopes with consultants.
• Strong communication when presenting to teams and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conducts technical review of studies, engineering designs, hydrologic & hydraulic models, and construction documents.
• Manages SWIM initiatives ensuring alignment with objectives and policies.
• Negotiates scopes of work and professional service fees with consultants.
• Leads project and technical presentations to internal teams and stakeholders.
• Provides technical guidance and mentorship to staff engineers and scientists.

Skills

Technical review

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Mentorship

Job description

Southwest Florida Water Management District in Florida is seeking an Engineer to support the SWIM program, performing technical reviews, analyzing hydrologic and hydraulic models, and coordinating projects. The role emphasizes collaboration with teams, field data collection, and contract management to advance habitat restoration and water quality efforts.

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement with on-site requirements in Florida, opportunities to lead stakeholder engagements, and growth