Lead Water Resources Engineer

About the role

WSP has an exciting career opportunity for a Lead Water Resources Engineer to join our Tempe, AZ team. The role involves working collaboratively with team members on water resources focused projects in mining, local government, transportation, and other sectors supporting our hydraulics and hydrology groups across the West region.

Responsibilities

• Lead or perform hydrologic assessment, water balance modelling, stormwater management planning, erosion and sediment control planning, NPDES permit support studies and FEMA flood plain mapping.
• Mentor and oversee the development of junior staff.
• Travel to project sites and attend public meetings. Approximately 5% overnight travel.
• Lead business development and strategy planning.
• Project Management including scope, budget, schedule and resource management.
• Manage and coordinate project teams, ensuring the technical quality of deliverables.
• Collaborate and participate in technical discussions with team members.

Requirements

• BS in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering or related engineering degree required, MS preferred.
• PE preferred.
• Minimum 10 years + of hydrology / hydraulics and water resources experience.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Project management experience.
• Experience leading proposal management and development.
• Demonstrated success in business development and client management.
• Strong technical skills regarding hydrologic and hydraulic modelling approaches and commonly used software.
• Familiarity with the National Flood Insurance Program and FEMA flood insurance study regulations.

About WSP

ABOUT US WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

www.wsp.com WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.