Water Resources Project Manager

MDS Staffing; Burnsville (MN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Hybrid/flexible schedule

Impactful water resources projects

Collaborative culture

Leadership growth

Job summary

MDS Staffing is seeking a Water Resources Project Manager for the Twin Cities Metro area with a hybrid/flexible schedule. Lead civil and environmental engineering projects focusing on stormwater, hydrology, hydraulics, and watershed management, combining design, client interaction, and leadership.

The ideal candidate holds a Civil Engineering degree, Minnesota PE license, and has proven PM experience on municipal or state projects, with strong communication across clients, agencies, and teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Minnesota PE license required.
• Experience managing municipal/state/local government water projects.
• Strong background in hydrology, hydraulics, and stormwater design.
• Clear communication 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 analyses for regulatory-compliant designs.
• Lead and mentor cross-functional project teams.
• Prepare reports, documentation, and technical analyses.
• Guide permitting processes and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Build and maintain client relationships; support business development.
• Present technical information to stakeholders, agencies, and community groups.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Hydrology & hydraulics

Government projects

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Minnesota PE license

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.