Project Manager - Public Works/Water Resources

Post Date

Sep 24, 2024

Location

Austin,
Texas

ZIP/Postal Code

78750
US
Jan 05, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Engineering (Non IT)

Req #

SMF-736304

Pay Rate

$150k - $200k (estimate)

Job Description

Salary: 150-200K

Insight Global is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Project Manager with 5-10+ years of experience in hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) modeling, drainage, and flood management. The ideal candidate will be a Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer in Training (EIT), preferably with a Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) certification. This role involves significant report writing and flood management responsibilities, offering ample potential for career growth and advancement within the company.
As a Senior Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role, collaborating closely with all levels of management, technical experts, and construction leaders. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure the successful execution and completion of client projects, primarily serving local governments, the Texas Water Development Board, and the General Land Office.
Project Types and Duties:
Stormwater master planning
Stormwater infrastructure improvements design
Streambank and stream channel protection design
Guiding hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, including 2D and unsteady state modeling
Floodplain mapping
Water quality & Low Impact Development (LID) design
Bridge and culvert hydraulics and design
Sediment transport analysis
Local and regional stormwater impact and mitigation analysis
Detention/retention design
Responsibilities:
H&H Modeling: Proficient in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, guiding and mentoring team members to perform complex modeling.
Stormwater Quality Management: Design and plan measures to reduce pollution from existing urban areas to protect rivers and lakes, from regional level studies to small-scale site designs.
Flood Mitigation Planning: Develop potential solutions to flooding, ranging from green infrastructure planning and non-structural practices like buyouts to large-scale master drainage planning and the analysis/design of detention and conveyance facilities.
Watershed Ordinance and Drainage Criteria: Prepare watershed ordinances and drainage criteria manuals, collaborating with local governments, engineers, and the public to update criteria for property, infrastructure, and water quality protection.
Coastal Water Quality Planning: Familiarity with the Texas Coastal Resiliency Master Plan, coastal processes, and coastal community needs.
Project Management: Lead multi-discipline teams working on complex projects.
Stakeholder Relationships: Cultivate strong relationships with stakeholders and identify opportunities for business growth.
Business Development: Collaborate and lead in business development activities.
Team Management: Manage and mentor employees within the team.


Employee Benefits:
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, prescription, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, generous paid time off, and holiday pay.
Retirement and Education: 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, and numerous additional benefits.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.

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Required Skills & Experience

Experience: 5-10+ years in H&H, drainage, and flood management in public works studies and designs, stream stability, streambank protection designs, hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, stormwater quality management, and water resources planning.
Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in relevant software, including HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, EPA-SWMM, Bentley StormCAD, ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Civil3D, MicroStation, and 2D modeling (RAS, XPSMWM, Innovyze InfoWorks ICM).
Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent organizational, analytical, and critical thinking abilities.
Knowledge: Familiarity with local municipalities, counties, and TxDOT design procedures, regulatory compliance, and agency coordination.
Team Environment: Thrive in a collaborative team environment and possess leadership qualities, with the ability to guide technical staff in a team-oriented manner.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Licensure: Licensed Civil Engineer (PE) in the state of Texas or the ability to obtain it within six months from the start date.
Certification: Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) License.
Demonstrated expertise in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling on scales from large river basins to small sites.
Experience in flood risk reduction through mitigation.
Stream stabilization/restoration using natural channel design approaches.
Coastal water quality planning and familiarity with the Texas Coastal Resiliency Master Plan.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.