Water Resources Project Manager

Freese-and-Nichol; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Annual bonus

Company cabins (NM, NC)

Job summary

Freese and Nichols, Inc. is seeking a Water Resources Project Manager to lead the Central Texas Stormwater Group, preferably in Austin, TX. You will oversee H&H analyses, design reports, and stormwater infrastructure planning for public sector clients while mentoring junior staff and coordinating with clients.

The role requires 10+ years in stormwater, a Civil Engineering degree, and a Texas PE license. A hybrid work arrangement is available with potential remote components up to 40%.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in stormwater management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Texas Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor project teams performing H&H analysis and prepare technical reports.
• Develop H&H models for site-scale and large-scale projects; manage schedules and budgets.
• Interface with clients and support business development and proposals.

Skills

Stormwater management

Project leadership

H&H analysis

Client communication

Mentoring staff

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Texas PE license

Tools

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

ArcGIS Pro

Microsoft Office

Job description

Freese and Nichols, Inc.(FNI) is currently searching for a highly motivated, passionate and experienced Water Resources Project Manager to join our Central Texas Stormwater Group preferably in Austin, Texas but open to San Marcos or San Antonio. This team member will be responsible for leading projects for public sector clients that span both flood risk and mitigation planning and design.Primary ResponsibilitiesManage and mentor project teams performing H&H analysis and preparation of technical reports for diverse projects including open channels, closed conduit systems, drainage master planning and CIPs, detention/retention ponds, mitigation of drainage impacts, and/or regional flood planning.Develop H&H models for small (site-scale) and large (HUC-8/HUC-10) scale projects, prepare and maintain project schedules, support tracking of project financials, prepare monthly status reports, and interface with clients.Assist project teams as a technical resource and provide quality control reviews of technical deliverables. Mentor less experienced staff.Work independently as well as oversee the work of teams of professionals and analysts.Support of business development activities, including fostering client relationships, contributing to pursuit planning, and development of proposals.Qualifications10+ years’ experience in stormwater managementBachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)Texas Professional Engineer (PE) licenseExperience with a diverse range of software packages such as HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS (steady, unsteady flow, and 2D), ArcGIS Pro, and the Microsoft office suiteCandidate will have strong communication, organization, and teamwork skillsPreferredCFM Certification and/or experience in floodplain management practicesExperience in Central Texas and familiarity with local criteriaExperience with the preparation of design plans, technical specifications, and opinion of probable construction costs for stormwater infrastructure projects. Experience with permitting.Experience with development of FEMA flood studies, LOMRs and CLOMRs.About Freese and NicholsAt the heart of our culture is our LEADS values ( L earn continuously, E ngage as family, A ct with integrity, D eliver quality, and S erve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at Benefits That Work for You ), we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at Working at Freese and Nichols .Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.#LI-Hybrid