Water Resource Project Manager
About the Opportunity
A growing multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm is seeking a Project Manager to support a diverse portfolio of private and public-sector development projects across the Atlanta market. This position is ideal for a water resources professional who enjoys leading stormwater, drainage, and hydrologic/hydraulic design efforts while collaborating with broader civil/site development teams.
You'll have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects, providing technical leadership, mentoring junior staff, managing client relationships, and driving projects from concept through construction.
What You'll Be Doing
Lead Water Resources Design
- Manage stormwater, drainage, hydrology, and hydraulic design tasks for commercial, residential, mixed-use, energy, and infrastructure projects.
- Prepare and review drainage reports, stormwater management studies, floodplain analyses, and erosion control designs.
- Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling to support permitting and site development activities.
Project Management
- Oversee project schedules, budgets, and deliverables from planning through construction.
- Coordinate with internal civil engineering, surveying, environmental, and permitting teams.
- Maintain strong client relationships and serve as a primary point of contact throughout project lifecycles.
Technical Leadership
- Guide the preparation of construction documents, grading and drainage plans, utility plans, and supporting technical reports.
- Review design work for quality and compliance with local, state, and federal requirements.
- Support permit submittals and agency coordination efforts.
Mentorship & Team Development
- Provide direction and technical guidance to junior engineers and designers.
- Assist with staff development, training, and quality assurance initiatives.
- Foster collaboration across project teams to ensure successful project delivery.
Construction & Client Support
- Support projects during construction through plan clarifications, field coordination, and response to contractor inquiries.
- Help clients navigate permitting processes and regulatory requirements.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
- PE license preferred (or ability to obtain in Georgia).
- Experience managing stormwater, drainage, hydrology, and water resources components of land development projects.
- Strong knowledge of local permitting requirements and stormwater regulations.
- Proficiency with Civil 3D, hydrologic/hydraulic modeling software, and common engineering design tools.
- Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high technical standards.
- Strong communication and client-facing skills.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Strong backlog of development and infrastructure projects throughout the Southeast.
- Opportunity to lead the water resources function on high-profile projects.
- Collaborative, employee-focused culture with significant growth opportunities.
- Flexible hybrid working environment.
- Competitive compensation package, performance bonuses, retirement contributions, and comprehensive benefits.
- Professional development support, including licensure assistance and continuing education opportunities.
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