Stormwater/Water Resources Practice Lead

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain client relationships for municipal/urban stormwater, master planning, green stormwater infrastructure (GSI) and other related drainage projects.
• Acquire leads and identify new market opportunities.
• Lead proposal preparation and participate in project interviews.
• Manage and coordinate project teams for stormwater-related projects.
• Supervise and review Project Managers and support staff.
• Provide day-to-day technical and project management oversight and mentoring.
• Ensure high-quality design and production.
• Utilize engineering software and tools (such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Stormwater Modeling) to create and oversee detailed project designs and specifications.
• Conduct monthly project tracking and workload projections.
• Identify staffing needs and develop project work plans.
• Communicate effectively with clients, field personnel, and office staff.
• Maintain technical competency and stay updated on industry regulations and trends.
• Knowledge of MS4 permitting and compliance practices.
• Participate in professional organizations to increase firm visibility and establish a network.
• Foster trust and unity within the project team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering from an ABET accredited program
• 10+ years of experience in civil engineering, with progressive stormwater design project experience, including project management
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM).
• Experience with stormwater modeling programs such as Stormwise (formerly ICPR), SWMM, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS (1D & 2D), Autodesk SSA, etc.
• Proven experience in stormwater management and related infrastructure projects including GSI.
• Strong technical knowledge of stormwater design principles and best practices.
• Solid understanding of relevant regulations, standards, and permitting processes.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Prominent leadership and team management skills