Water Resources Engineering Manager/Practice Lead (FL)

Responsibilities

• Lead the expansion of the water resources practice in Florida, advancing initiatives that support a positive employee experience and a collaborative work environment.
• Work with leadership and Client Service Leaders (CSLs) to identify pursuits, develop technical approaches for competitive bids, and increase the Barge brand through conference presentations.
• Serve as the technical lead for Florida-based water resource issues, providing expert consulting on program objectives and H/H modeling requirements.
• Lead complex stormwater and water resource projects that have a significant impact on the firm’s strategic and financial goals.
• Provide oversight and feedback on engineering specifications, drawings, and reports; directly complete design components for complex or conventional projects as needed.
• Manage a group of employees, with responsibility for selection, coaching for improvement, and ensuring technical capabilities grow to meet future demands.
• Play an active role in executing business planning activities related to the Florida stormwater market.
• Manage practice area financial success by ensuring team utilization rates meet goals and working to reduce project costs to maintain a competitive status.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, officials, contractors, and internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited engineering program.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in stormwater design, H/H modeling, and/or floodplain management, including at least 2 years of experience specific to Florida.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Florida is required.
• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) is considered a plus.
• Required technical proficiency in HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, and SWMM-based software.
• Experience performing water quality assessments, modeling, and analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and motivate employees and make sound business decisions.
• Strong collaborative skills to meet defined objectives across various teams and solution centers.
• Ability to adapt quickly to project and personnel issues as they arise.
• Excellent communication skills for advising on strategic plans and presenting at industry events.
• Experience with 2D modeling is a preferred skill.
• Physical ability to walk, stand, and occasionally climb or lift up to 40 lbs during site visits.