Water Resources Engineering Manager

Job Description

The Jersey City, NJ, office of Schnabel is seeking a Water Resources Engineering Manager to lead technically challenging and nationally significant water resources projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and supervise hydrologic and hydraulic models, conduct risk and flood hazard analyses, and support the planning, design, and construction activities of water resources projects, including dams and levees, flood control, river restoration, and resiliency and climate adaptation efforts.
• Provide technical leadership and quality oversight for modeling studies, engineering analyses, design calculations, technical reports, and client presentations on complex, multidisciplinary water resources projects.
• Lead project management activities including resource planning, work delegation, management of project budgets, invoicing, and backlog reporting.
• Lead and inspire multidisciplinary project teams while mentoring and developing junior engineers and scientists.
• Contribute to maintaining and developing Schnabel’s strong brand in the water engineering field through thought leadership embodied in published papers, white papers, collaboration with key partners and universities, and presentations at recognized conferences and workshops.
• Support the continued growth of the practice through business development, client relationship management, strategic pursuits, proposal development, and recruiting top talent.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and build strong client relationships.
• Domestic and occasional international travel, when necessary.

Required Skills/Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Water Resources Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in water resources engineering. (Candidates outside of this range who meet the core requirements may be considered.)
• Proficiency in hydrologic, hydraulic, and risk modeling using software such as HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS 2D, LifeSim, and PCSWMM.
• Effective time management, written communication skills, analytical skills, interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently or as part of a team, efficiently balance multiple concurrent tasks, responsibilities, and commitments.
• Collaborative leadership style with a passion for mentoring, continuous learning, and delivering technical excellence.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Master’s Degree in Civil, Water Resources Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with 3D numerical modeling a plus.
• Programming skills including Python, batch scripting, and command-line automation a plus.

Other Requirements

• Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, and credit check.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment screening.

Pay

The compensation range for this position is between $120,000 to $160,000. Compensation for this position may vary based on geographic location and other factors. We remain committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation to all employees, regardless of their location.