Drainage Technical Lead
Drainage Technical Lead
This role offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects across transportation corridors, stormwater systems, and urban infrastructure - particularly in regions characterized by flat topography, sensitive waterways, and flood-prone environments.
You'll play a key role leading drainage design efforts, mentoring staff, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to deliver resilient, high-quality infrastructure solutions.
What You Will Be Doing
- Serve as the drainage and stormwater technical lead on major transportation and infrastructure projects
- Lead the planning, design, and delivery of stormwater management systems (conveyance, storage, water quality, and flood mitigation)
- Prepare and review hydrologic and hydraulic models, calculations, drawings, specifications, and reports
- Design drainage systems including storm sewers, culverts, detention/retention systems, pump stations, and flood control infrastructure
- Analyze complex watershed behavior and evaluate impacts of proposed developments and roadway improvements
- Ensure quality assurance/quality control standards are met across all deliverables
- Support project pursuits including scoping, fee development, and proposal preparation
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development
- Collaborate with clients, agencies, and project stakeholders throughout the project life cycle
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (or related discipline) from an accredited institution
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required
- 12+ years of experience in drainage and stormwater design, with a focus on transportation or infrastructure projects
- Strong experience with hydrology/hydraulics modeling tools (e.g., HEC-RAS, ICPR, XPSWMM, StormCAD, HY-8 or similar)
- Demonstrated experience delivering comprehensive drainage design packages (calculations, plans, specifications, and reports)
- Proven ability to lead technical efforts and manage multidisciplinary coordination
- Strong understanding of agency standards, permitting, and regulatory requirements
- Self-motivated with the ability to lead teams and deliver projects successfully
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in flat, coastal, or flood-sensitive environments
- Familiarity with state DOT and local water management district requirements
- Experience with alternative delivery methods (e.g., design-build)
Why Join This Team
- Opportunity to lead meaningful infrastructure and resilience-focused projects
- Collaborative, employee-centric culture with strong leadership support
- Emphasis on professional growth, mentorship, and technical excellence
- Flexible work environment supporting balance between career and personal life
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
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