Water Resources - Sr Project Engineer/Project Manager

Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, Inc.; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A civil and environmental consulting firm in Minnesota is seeking a Water Resources Senior Project Engineer / Project Manager. The role involves analysis, planning, and project management for municipal water resources projects. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field with 10+ years of experience, and a Professional Engineer registration in Minnesota. Strong communication skills are essential. This full-time position offers a collaborative work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in water resources engineering.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Minnesota or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Strong communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis and planning for floodplain and stormwater management.
• Lead specific tasks on large projects and manage smaller projects.
• Maintain existing client relationships and pursue new ones.

Skills

Water resources engineering

Project management

Client communication

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field

Master’s degree in a water resource related field

Tools

XP/SWMM

HydroCAD

HEC-RAS

Job description

Overview

Water Resources Senior Project Engineer / Project Manager - Maple Grove or MN Woodbury, MN

AE2S (Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, LLC) is an award-winning civil/environmental consulting engineering firm. This role focuses on water resources analysis and design for municipal projects, supporting expanding Minnesota operations and collaborating with AE2S staff across geographies.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis and planning related to floodplain and stormwater management facilities utilizing XP/SWMM, HydroCAD, HEC-RAS, and other water resource engineering software.
• Provide professional services for water resources projects including planning, study, design, and construction administration.
• Review stormwater management plans submitted to municipalities.
• Lead specific tasks on large projects or manage smaller projects and supervise assigned project team members (e.g., Project Engineers, Engineers in Training, Engineering Technicians).
• Maintain existing client relationships and pursue relationships with new clients.
• Assist the Water Resources Practice Leader in identifying, evaluating, pursuing, and managing project opportunities.
• Provide quality control and quality assurance on all project work.
• Assist in maintaining project budgets and schedules and in maintaining quality client relationships and communication.
• Coordinate, facilitate, and participate in internal and external meetings.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field with 10+ years of experience in water resources engineering.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Minnesota or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Experience with AutoCAD and ArcGIS software.
• Knowledge of Minnesota design standards and permitting.
• Demonstrated experience interfacing with clients and leading or participating in watershed master planning/drainage basin design plans, floodplain studies, and water supply planning.
• Strong communication skills with ability to work remotely and manage projects, clients, and project teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to travel as required for project/client responsibilities and business development.
• Pre-employment onboarding requirements may include background checks, drug screening, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with applicable laws.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a water resource related field.
• Demonstrated experience using SWMM software for urban stormwater management analysis and design.
• Project management experience.
• Knowledge of project financials.

Physical Qualifications

• Ability to walk up to 3 miles on uneven terrain.
• Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods.
• Occasionally climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist.
• Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull light to moderate weights; may involve up to 20 pounds, with rare lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify defects.
• May require wearing PPE such as flame resistant clothing, hard hat, and protective footwear.
• Occasional evenings and weekends with overtime may be required.
• May require travel to off-site locations including occasional overnight stays.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industries: Civil Engineering

AE2S is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.