Water Resources Planner: Stormwater & Plans Lead

WSB; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WSB is seeking a Planner, Water Resources to join our Minneapolis team. You will help develop stormwater management plans and water resource frameworks, coordinating with clients, watersheds, and agencies to advance projects.

Qualified candidates have a Bachelor's degree and 1–5 years in planning or water resources, plus a valid driver's license and Microsoft Office proficiency. Onsite work may be required up to five days per week with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in planning, environmental studies, environmental science, or a closely related field is required.
• 1–5 years of experience in Planning and/or Water Resources, or related fields.
• Possession of a valid driver's license with a clean driving record and the ability to operate a motor vehicle is required.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive) proficiency.
• Work is primarily performed in an office environment with standard office equipment.
• May be required to work onsite at a WSB office, up to five days per week as required by the project.
• Travel or field visits may be required to support project needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support stormwater management plans.
• Develop water resources, surface water, and drainage frameworks for comprehensive plans.
• Compile, write, edit, and maintain technical reports, feasibility reports, letters, memoranda, and other project documentation.
• Review and update ordinances related to stormwater and water resources.
• Coordinate with internal groups, clients, watersheds, and other agencies on water resources projects.
• Assist with the development of permits for watersheds and other agencies.
• Depending on experience and assignment, plan, direct, and coordinate project activities to support completion within established schedules and budgets.
• As responsibilities expand, lead work teams and multiple complex projects; identify project opportunities; develop project approaches; support or lead proposals; track budgets and schedules; and assist with securing work from new and existing clients.
• May remain in stationary position for extended periods.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Planning

Water Resources

Regulatory documentation

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in planning, environmental studies, environmental science, or related field

1–5 years of experience in Planning and/or Water Resources, or related fields

Valid driver's license with clean driving record

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

WSB is seeking a Planner, Water Resources to join our Minneapolis team. You will help develop stormwater management plans and water resource frameworks, coordinating with clients, watersheds, and agencies to advance projects.

Qualified candidates have a Bachelor's degree and 1–5 years in planning or water resources, plus a valid driver's license and Microsoft Office proficiency. Onsite work may be required up to five days per week with occasional travel.