Water Resources Project Manager - Lead Hydraulics & Design

LVI Associates; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Profit sharing

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

LVI Associates in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Water Resources Project Manager to lead complex water resources projects from concept through construction, collaborating with clients, contractors, regulators, and local government officials.

The role emphasizes hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, permitting, and project management, with opportunities for mentorship, professional growth, and a supportive team culture.

Based in Knoxville with on-site work and flexible arrangements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Civil, Water Resources, or Biosystems Engineering (or related field).
• Professional Engineering Licensure (P.E.) in Tennessee or ability to obtain.
• 5+ years of water resources engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced engineering design tasks for complex water resources projects.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to support design and assessment of surface water systems and infrastructure.
• Develop and review hydrologic and hydraulic models and simulations.
• Prepare detailed plans, specifications, cost estimates, calculations, and reports, including permit application support.
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control reviews.
• Mentor and train junior staff.
• Manage water resource projects and tasks.
• Support client management and business development initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Hydrologic analysis

Hydraulic analysis

Team leadership

Communication skills

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor's degree (Civil / Water Resources / Biosystems Engineering)

Job description

LVI Associates in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Water Resources Project Manager to lead complex water resources projects from concept through construction, collaborating with clients, contractors, regulators, and local government officials.

The role emphasizes hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, permitting, and project management, with opportunities for mentorship, professional growth, and a supportive team culture.

Based in Knoxville with on-site work and flexible arrangements.