Water Resources Project Manager - Hydrology/Hydraulics

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc.; Wethersfield (CT); On-site; USD 145,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class benefits

Flexible, hybrid work environment

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc. is seeking a Senior Water Resources Project Manager to lead innovative projects across New England. This position requires expertise in hydrology and hydraulics to deliver resilient water resource solutions. The ideal candidate will oversee multi-disciplinary teams, conduct critical studies, and develop technical reports for diverse project needs.

Your role will incorporate advanced modeling techniques and client interactions. With a focus on mentorship, you will play a vital role in shaping VHB's collaborative culture while addressing complex water challenges.

Qualifications

• 11-15 years' experience in water resource engineering required.
• BS in Civil/Environmental Engineering or equivalent experience.
• PE license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead hydrologic, hydraulic, and resiliency-focused projects.
• Conduct studies for riverine and coastal environments.
• Develop technical reports and specifications for projects.
• Mentor and expand technical resources of staff.

Skills

Hydrologic modeling

Hydraulic modeling

Communication skills

Collaborative problem solving

Staff development

Education

BS in Civil/Environmental Engineering

Tools

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

HydroCAD

EPA SWMM

Job description

Water Resources Project Manager - Hydrology/Hydraulics

US-MA-Watertown | US-MA-Boston | US-NH-Bedford | US-RI-Providence | US-CT-Wethersfield

About the Position

Senior Water Resources Engineer - Lead Cutting-Edge Hydraulics & Resiliency Projects Across New England

VHB's Water Resources group is rapidly expanding across New England, and we're seeking a senior-level Water Resources Engineer with deep hydraulics and hydrology expertise to help lead our high-performing team. As climate change happens it drives more frequent and intense weather/storm events, our clients are turning to VHB to deliver technically rigorous, resilient, and future-ready water resources solutions—and you can be at the center of that work.

Ideally based in the Greater Boston area, we would consider someone based in any of our New England offices. In this highly visible role, you'll be a trusted technical leader and strategic advisor to public and private clients, developing innovative and cost-effective solutions to complex riverine and coastal flooding, ecological restoration, and water resources challenges. You'll apply advanced H&H analysis and modeling on projects that span site to watershed scale, working alongside an integrated network of experienced water resources professionals across the region.

Responsibilities

• Leading multi-disciplinary projects with hydrologic, hydraulic, and resiliency focus including interaction with staff and clients
• Conducting hydrologic, hydraulic and scour studies for riverine and coastal environments using current modeling software including HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, HY-8, EPA SWMM, SRH-2D/SMS, CHAMP, and others
• Using analysis to identify and design flood, scour and resiliency improvements including both hardened features and nature based solutions and living shorelines
• Performing FEMA no‑rise analyses and assisting clients with FEMA map revisions
• Developing technical reports, design plans, construction documents, and specifications for water resources related projects
• Leading the construction administration for water resource projects
• Work with VHB's integrated team to evaluate permit requirements and support the development of permit applications
• Attend and present at meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders
• Lead the development of project proposals, scopes of work and fee estimates
• Mentoring and expanding the technical resources of our staff

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Team-oriented with strong capability to motivate others
• Must demonstrate superior ability in collaborative problem solving with stakeholders, clients, and teammates
• Advanced understanding of hydrologic and hydraulic modeling programs, and the ability to select and apply to appropriate approach to solve our client's problem
• Experience and interest in staff development
• Understanding of local, state, and federal permitting

Qualifications

• A minimum of 11-15 years' experience in related water resource engineering and analysis required
• BS in Civil/Environmental Engineering (a master's degree may be substituted for 2 years of experience)
• PE license

Our best estimate of the salary range for this position located in Boston/Watertown, MA is $145,000-200,000. The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors such as individual qualifications, education, and experience.

When you join VHB, you'll find:

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
• Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.