Full Job Description
In the role of Hydrology and Hydraulics Section Lead, we'll count on you to:
Technical:
• Lead hydrologic and hydraulic design input for civil engineering projects
• Undertake and/or review flood modeling and technical reporting.
• Apply advanced engineering techniques to address complex hydraulic challenges
• Conduct flood risk analysis, floodplain management, and bridge-related flood assessments, including scour analysis.
• Mentor, coach, and provide direction to junior and mid-level engineers, fostering technical excellence
• Stay current with relevant government manuals, guidelines, legislation and best-practice sustainability and flood resiliency approaches
• Coordinate with statutory authorities and provide technical guidance for project approvals
• Participate in the development and implementation of technology strategies within HDR's engineering practice
Leadership and Project Collaboration:
• Prepare design and analysis documentation suitable for client and agency approvals
• Provide technical input to support integrated multidisciplinary design
• Support project delivery in collaboration with Project Managers, including client and stakeholder liaison.
• Author reports that are technically sound, grammatically correct, and well organized
• Use engineering judgment to determine the best course of action
• Manage your time and organization of multiple tasks/projects
• Communicate effectively with managers and team members
• Pursue efficiencies within your work and operations
• Mentor less experienced staff in performing and delegate appropriate tasks
Due to client contract requirements, US citizenship or Permanent Resident Status (Green card holder) is required.
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Keywords: Hydrology and Hydraulic Section Lead, hydrology and hydraulics, H&H, flood risk analysis, floodplain management, flood assessments, flood modeling, scour analysi
Preferred Qualifications
• 10 years civil engineering experience across the full spectrum of H&H Analysis
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering firm
• Preference given to local candidates
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 10 years experience
• Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
• Strong communication and listening skills
• Ability to handle multiple assignments
• Good leadership and organizational skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must