Senior Engineer/ Project Manager (Conveyance) – Water + Environment Market
Gresham Smith · Nashville, GA · 2 mo ago
HybridInformation TechnologyFull-time
About the role
Our Tennessee and Georgia offices are seeking an experienced Engineer/Project Manager specializing in stormwater and conveyance projects. This role offers a great opportunity to advance your career by leading detailed design projects and serving as a project manager for clients in the Atlanta or Nashville areas.
Responsibilities
- Lead planning, design, and evaluation of wastewater and stormwater conveyance and utility projects, including relocations.
- Conduct hydraulic modeling for conveyance systems—stormwater, gravity flow, and pressure systems.
- Prepare design calculations, technical reports, specifications, and cost estimates.
- Manage project delivery from planning through construction, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget adherence.
- Support construction with field visits, submittal reviews, and contractor coordination.
- Communicate project goals to ensure expectations are met.
- Review engineering drawings, perform code research, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
- Mentor technical staff and engineers.
- Collaborate with clients, agencies, and stakeholders to inform project execution and operational success.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical Engineering, or other related field required.
- Professional Engineering (P.E.) licensure is required.
- A minimum of 15 years of professional experience working in water, wastewater, stormwater/conveyance, and treatment projects in a consultant capacity is preferred, as well as at least 8 years of experience as a Project Manager overseeing project delivery.
- Detailed civil design experience for wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, and conveyance systems.
- Proficient working experience with MS Office Suite, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Civil 3D, REVIT, and hydraulic/stormwater/process modeling software.
- Prominent experience in developing project plans, anticipating and addressing project issues, leading meetings with clients, and directing the completion of technical reports.
- Exceptional in written and oral communication, with the ability to lead, develop, and deliver highly persuasive presentations that build client confidence and result in securing favorable design contracts.
Qualifications
- Genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit.
Skills
- Strong leadership and project management skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
- Proficiency in hydraulic modeling and stormwater management software.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experience with regulatory compliance and code research.
Benefits
- Professional Growth: In-house Learning, Tuition Reimbursement, Licensure Support, Professional Organization Engagement.
- Culture that Cares: 93% of employees say they feel cared for, and 96% are confident in our future success.
- Competitive Benefits: Flexible Schedules & Generous PTO, Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Programs), 401(k) with Company Match, Short- & Long-term Disability, Paid Life & AD&D, Supplemental, Critical Care, Pet, Legal & ID Theft Insurance, Family Planning and Parental Leave, Mass/Public Transit Program, Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program.
Pay
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Schedule
Flexible scheduling is offered to support work-life balance.