Water Resources Project Manager

Freese and Nichols, Inc.; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Annual bonus

Company cabins in NM and NC

Job summary

Freese and Nichols, Inc. seeks an experienced Water Resources Project Manager for our Central Texas Stormwater Group, preferably in Austin, TX, with flexibility to San Marcos or San Antonio.

You will lead public sector flood risk and mitigation projects, mentoring teams and coordinating with clients. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in stormwater, a Civil Engineering degree, and a TX PE license, with hands-on H&H modeling (HEC-HMS/HEC-RAS), ArcGIS Pro, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in stormwater management.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Texas Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience with HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS (steady, unsteady flow, and 2D), ArcGIS Pro, and the Microsoft office suite.
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Preferred CFM Certification and/or experience in floodplain management practices.
• Experience in Central Texas and familiarity with local criteria.
• Experience 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.

Responsibilities

• Manage 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.

Skills

Stormwater management

Project leadership

H&H analysis

Client communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

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 Responsibilities

• Manage 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.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in stormwater management
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
• Texas Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience with a diverse range of software packages such as HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS (steady, unsteady flow, and 2D), ArcGIS Pro, and the Microsoft office suite
• Candidate will have strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills
• Preferred CFM Certification and/or experience in floodplain management practices
• Experience in Central Texas and familiarity with local criteria
• Experience 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 Nichols

At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve 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 Freese and Nichols is a professional planning, consulting and engineering firm serving clients across the United States. With client service and continuous improvement in mind, we plan, design and manage sustainable water and infrastructure projects.