Senior Water Resources Stream Designer

Primary Function

The Water Resources Stream Designer is responsible for designing stream restoration and stabilization projects that improve watershed health, restore natural hydrology, protect utilities, and support ecological balance. You'll work closely with engineers, ecologists, and planners to develop sustainable solutions for urban stream systems across a variety of landscapes.

Primary Duties

• Design stream restoration, stabilization, and enhancement projects using geomorphic and ecological principles.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling using software such as SWMM, HEC-RAS, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and GIS tools.
• Prepare construction documents including plan sets, grading plans, erosion/sediment control plans, and technical specifications.
• Conduct site evaluations and assist in environmental impact assessments.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative watershed planning and stormwater management solutions.
• Assist in field inspections, data collection, and site assessments.
• Participate in public outreach, stakeholder engagement, and project presentations as needed.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's in Civil, Environmental Engineering, Landscape Architecture, or related disciplines.
• Approximately 8 or more years of experience in water resources and stream restoration or stabilization.
• Exposure to stormwater modeling software (HEC-RAS, SWMM, HydroCAD), AutoCAD Civil 3D, and GIS applications is a plus.
• PE certification (or ability to obtain within one year) is preferred but not required.

Why Ardurra?

Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, but it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging, and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We value our employees as individuals, support their professional and career development, provide the tools and resources to be successful, and offer positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.

About the Role

Ardurra is seeking a Senior Water Resources Stream Designer to join our Watershed Practice. As a trusted leader in providing reliable and innovative stormwater solutions across the Southeast, we offer tailored and cost-effective approaches to protect public safety, improve watershed functions, and enhance quality of life. As advisors to municipal clients, we guide communities in developing sustainable stormwater programs. Our expertise includes watershed planning, asset management, NPDES permitting, water quality and quantity control, and capital design projects.

Qualifications

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced individual who can bring their expertise to our team. This position requires a strong background in water resources and stream restoration or stabilization, as well as experience with stormwater modeling software, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and GIS applications.

Skills

The ideal candidate should have a solid understanding of geomorphic and ecological principles, as well as experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling. They should also be proficient in using software such as SWMM, HEC-RAS, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and GIS tools. Additionally, they should possess excellent communication and collaboration skills, as well as the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

Ardurra offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive compensation
• Rich benefits programs
• A supportive and family-like culture
• Multiple, varied career paths
• Tools and resources to be successful
• Positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Please refer to the job description for more details.

Schedule

The schedule for this role is typically full-time, with occasional travel to client sites. Please refer to the job description for more details.