Water Resources Project Leader - Remote & Growth Ready

VS ENGINEERING; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical, life, short-term and long‑amp

Generous PTO

Career development and advancement

Remote work opportunities

Collaborative, family-like culture

Social events

Job summary

VS Engineering in Indianapolis seeks a Water Resources Project Manager to lead complex water-related projects, mentor teams, and develop client relationships. This role blends project management, technical design, and leadership across water, wastewater, stormwater, civil site, and watershed initiatives.

You will manage scope and schedule, build strong client partnerships, pursue funding opportunities, and deliver high-quality design work with a focus on growth of our Water Resources practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or ABET-accredited program.
• Indiana PE registration or ability to obtain.
• 7+ years of water resources design experience.
• 3+ years of project management and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Manage project scope, budget, schedule, staffing, and delivery.
• Lead, mentor, and develop project teams.
• Build client relationships and grow water resources portfolio.
• Lead pursuits and assist with project funding opportunities.
• Prepare proposals, change orders, contracts, and client communications.
• Develop, review, and provide quality control for water resources designs.
• Prepare reports and feasibility studies.
• Collaborate with clients, teams, and regulatory agencies to deliver successful projects.

Skills

Exceptional leadership

Strong communication

Creative, collaborative

Time management

Client relationship

Education

ABET-accredited civil engineering degree

Indiana PE registration or ability to obtain

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

ArcGIS

StormCAD

CDSS

MS Office

Job description

VS Engineering in Indianapolis seeks a Water Resources Project Manager to lead complex water-related projects, mentor teams, and develop client relationships. This role blends project management, technical design, and leadership across water, wastewater, stormwater, civil site, and watershed initiatives.

You will manage scope and schedule, build strong client partnerships, pursue funding opportunities, and deliver high-quality design work with a focus on growth of our Water Resources practice.