Senior Hydraulic Modeler

About the role

HDR is seeking a Senior Hydraulic Modeler/Planner to join our Water Business Group in New York/New Jersey offices. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in water resources planning, hydrology/hydraulics, and drainage/flood control design.

Responsibilities

• Provide project and task management
• Conduct difficult to complex hydraulic and hydrologic modeling
• Conduct stormwater collection systems modeling and design
• Collect, assimilate and present data in reports, memos and public forums
• Lead production of design calculations and technical reports
• Lead preparation of engineering plans and specifications for design of detention facilities, storm drains, flood control facilities and other hydraulic structures
• Work independently in addition to planning, organizing and supervising the work of medium to large teams of professionals and technicians
• Plan, organize and supervise the work of medium to large teams of professionals and technicians dependent on project/task
• Serve as project manager on larger projects as needed
• Prepare proposal, scopes of work and contract cost estimates
• Perform other duties as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field
• A minimum of 10 years Water Resources experience
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered

Preferred Qualifications

• MS in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related field a plus
• Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro, mapping and analysis
• Knowledge and experience with software such as InfoWorks ICM, WaterGEMS, EPA/XP/PCSWMM, HECHMS, HECRAS, InfoWater, and HydroCAD
• Infrastructure design experience
• Experience mentoring junior modeling and planning staff
• Experience working for a public, municipal, or investor-owned water and/or wastewater utility, public works department, or engineering consulting firm is beneficial
• Experience assisting with project budgeting, project management and client management activities
• Experience working with clients within New York / New Jersey

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.