Project Manager/Project Engineer - Water Resources

Thomas & Hutton

$80K — $100K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required (Georgia preferred)
  • 10+ years of experience in water resources engineering
  • Strong experience in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and stormwater management design
  • Experience with green infrastructure and low impact development practices
  • Proficiency in preparing construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates
  • Strong organizational and time management skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage water resources projects including stormwater master planning and drainage design
  • Oversee the development of watershed studies and stormwater management solutions
  • Perform and manage hydrologic and hydraulic analyses (1D/2D modeling)
  • Design and oversee stormwater management systems and erosion control plans
  • Develop and review contract documents including plans and cost estimates
  • Coordinate with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies
  • Provide leadership, mentorship, and technical guidance to team members

Benefits

  • Condensed work schedule for better work-life balance
  • Top-tier health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
  • 401(k) plan with contributions
  • Generous PTO and holiday schedule
  • Tuition assistance for continuing education
  • Access to Thomas & Hutton University for career advancement
  • Hands-on mentoring in Civil 3D
Full Job Description
Lead impactful water resources projects where your work supports resilient infrastructure and sustainable stormwater solutions across the Southeast. At Thomas & Hutton, you'll take ownership of complex projects, guide a growing team, and collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals to deliver high-quality solutions for public and private sector clients. If you're an experienced engineer ready to lead, mentor, and expand a water resources practice, this role is for you.

What you'll do
• Lead and manage water resources projects including stormwater master planning, drainage design, and hydrologic and hydraulic modeling
• Oversee the development of watershed studies, capital improvement projects, and stormwater management solutions
• Perform and manage hydrologic and hydraulic analyses (1D/2D modeling) and drainage design
• Design and oversee stormwater management systems, erosion and sediment control plans, and NPDES permitting efforts
• Develop and review contract documents including plans, specifications, and cost estimates
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, and multidisciplinary teams
• Manage project scope, schedules, and budgets, including proposal development and fee negotiations
• Perform and oversee FEMA Letter of Map Changes and related studies
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and technical guidance to team members
• Monitor project progress to ensure alignment with scope, schedule, and budget goals

What you bring
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required (Georgia preferred)
• 10+ years of experience in water resources engineering
• Strong experience in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and stormwater management design
• Experience with green infrastructure and low impact development practices
• Experience with erosion and sediment control design and permitting
• Proficiency in preparing construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, ArcMap, and hydrologic/hydraulic modeling software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to lead client interactions
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and appropriately prioritize workflow
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to mentor staff and lead a high-performing team
• Ability to perform field work including lifting up to 25 pounds

Why Thomas & Hutton?
• Competitive salary plus performance bonus
• Condensed work schedule for better work-life balance
• Top-tier health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• 401(k), generous PTO, holidays, and tuition assistance
• Thomas & Hutton University and hands-on Civil 3D mentoring to advance your career

Schedule:
On-site: Monday-Thursday 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

How to apply:
Ready to design the future? Apply today at www.thomasandhutton.com/careers.

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