Water Resources Project Manager

MDS Staffing; Burnsville (MN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Competitive benefits

Job summary

MDS Staffing is seeking a Water Resources Project Manager to lead civil and environmental engineering projects focused on stormwater, hydrology, hydraulics, and watershed management. This role blends technical design, client interaction, and project leadership in the Twin Cities Metro area with hybrid/flexible work.

You will manage projects from planning through delivery, mentor teams, prepare technical analyses, and guide permitting while building strong client relationships and supporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Minnesota.
• Proven project management experience with municipal, state, or local government projects.
• Strong technical background in hydrology, hydraulics, and stormwater systems.
• Ability to communicate clearly with clients, agencies, and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage water resources projects from planning through delivery, ensuring schedules, budgets, and quality standards are met.
• Oversee stormwater, hydrology, and hydraulics analysis for regulatory-compliant designs.
• Lead and mentor cross-functional project teams.
• Prepare reports, documentation, and technical analyses.
• Guide permitting processes and maintain compliance with state and local regulations.
• Build and maintain client relationships; support business development.
• Present technical information to stakeholders, agencies, and community groups.

Skills

Hydrology

Hydraulics

Stormwater

Project management

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license, Minnesota

Tools

MicroStation

Job description

Water Resources Project Manager

Location: Twin Cities Metro (Hybrid/Flexible)

Position Overview

We're looking for a Water Resources Project Manager to lead civil and environmental engineering projects focused on stormwater, hydrology, hydraulics, and watershed management. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of technical design, client interaction, and project leadership - and wants to make a real impact on community and environmental outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage water resources projects from planning through delivery, ensuring schedules, budgets, and quality standards are met.

• Oversee stormwater, hydrology, and hydraulics analysis for regulatory-compliant designs.

• Lead and mentor cross-functional project teams.

• Prepare reports, documentation, and technical analyses.

• Guide permitting processes and maintain compliance with state and local regulations.

• Build and maintain client relationships; support business development.

• Present technical information to stakeholders, agencies, and community groups.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Minnesota.

• Proven project management experience with municipal, state, or local government projects.

• Strong technical background in hydrology, hydraulics, and stormwater systems.

• Ability to communicate clearly with clients, agencies, and internal teams.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with MicroStation or other CADD tools.

• Background supervising or mentoring junior staff.

• Strong written communication and presentation skills.

What's in It for the Right Candidate

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

• Flexible schedule with hybrid work options.

• Opportunity to work on high-impact water resources and infrastructure projects.

• Collaborative, people-focused work environment.

• Clear pathway for professional growth and leadership.