Water Resources Project Manager
About the role
Otak is seeking a Water Resources Project Manager to join our Water and Natural Resources team in our Redmond or Everett office. The ideal candidate will support our project and development initiatives, including urban stormwater retrofit, stormwater treatment/management, green infrastructure, restoration of river/stream/wetland systems, fish passage, hydrologic analysis, hydraulic analyses, geomorphic analyses, flood hazard mitigation, and surface water planning.
Responsibilities
- Manage multidisciplinary teams and project delivery, focusing on stormwater infrastructure, fish passage, river and stream restoration, and flood mitigation projects in Puget Sound.
- Prepare various reports supporting design decisions and permitting.
- Direct and oversee the preparation of floodplain and watershed studies, hydrologic and hydraulic design reports, and construction documents.
- Guide staff in preparing design calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
- Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets.
- Participate in team strategy meetings on business development and technical delivery.
- Support client development and proposal activities.
- Support Otak’s Transportation, Planning, and Architecture business units.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources, or Environmental Engineering required (Master’s degree preferred).
- Minimum of 8 years of previous Project Management/Project Engineering experience in stream/river restoration design, or related field.
- Must possess a valid Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Experience with preparation of construction documents for project designs and permits supported by hydrologic, hydraulic, and geomorphic calculations.
- Demonstrated success managing projects from design through construction.
- Experience with SWMM, HSPF, HEC-RAS, SRH-2D or similar hydrologic and hydraulic models.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, ArcGIS, and/or AutoCAD.
- Must be able to prioritize and manage multiple project tasks with simultaneous deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills are needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources, or Environmental Engineering required (Master’s degree preferred).
- Minimum of 8 years of previous Project Management/Project Engineering experience in stream/river restoration design, or related field.
- Must possess a valid Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Experience with preparation of construction documents for project designs and permits supported by hydrologic, hydraulic, and geomorphic calculations.
- Demonstrated success managing projects from design through construction.
- Experience with SWMM, HSPF, HEC-RAS, SRH-2D or similar hydrologic and hydraulic models.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, ArcGIS, and/or AutoCAD.
- Must be able to prioritize and manage multiple project tasks with simultaneous deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills are needed.
Skills
- Project Management/Project Engineering experience in stream/river restoration design, or related field.
- Experience with SWMM, HSPF, HEC-RAS, SRH-2D or similar hydrologic and hydraulic models.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, ArcGIS, and/or AutoCAD.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple project tasks with simultaneous deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Benefits
At Otak, we offer a comprehensive total rewards program to enhance your quality of life, support your family, and assist you in achieving your personal and professional goals. This includes:
- Competitive salaries;
- No-cost medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance;
- HRA/HSA;
- A 401(k)-retirement match that is 100% vested immediately;
- A hybrid work schedule;
- Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual based on your industry experience rather than your seniority plus 9 paid holidays per year;
- A commuter allowance (based on your office location);
- Support for your professional registration and/or certification fees;
- Relocation assistance may be provided if you are out of the area.
We are committed to creating an environment where diverse identities are embraced, differences are valued as a source of strength, and unique perspectives are encouraged. We strive to ensure that our practices uphold fairness and equity at every stage of the employment lifecycle. We provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities, including pregnant employees, to ensure an accessible and supportive work environment.