Tetra Tech

Regional Drainage Manager

Tetra Tech • $110K — $130K *
Houston, TX 77084In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or related Engineering field.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or ability to obtain through reciprocity.
  • 15+ years of experience in stormwater engineering and hydraulic/hydrologic modeling.
  • Experience with specific hydraulic and hydrologic modeling software.
  • Proven ability to mentor engineers and support team growth.

Responsibilities

  • Lead stormwater and H&H modeling projects for various clients in Texas.
  • Mentor junior engineers and promote collaboration.
  • Develop hydraulic models and technical documentation per standards.
  • Communicate technical findings to diverse audiences.
  • Contribute to proposal development and client engagement.,
  • Lead innovation initiatives and participate in industry events.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive and competitive benefits package.
  • Merit-based financial rewards and recognition.
  • Emphasis on work/life balance with flexible arrangements.
  • Team-oriented culture that values employee input.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Full Job Description
The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding a Regional Drainage Manager to our IEW team.

Your Role:
  • Serve as a senior technical leader for stormwater and hydraulic/hydrologic (H&H) modeling projects supporting municipal, county, state, and water district clients throughout Texas.
  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineering staff and support collaboration across multidisciplinary project teams.
  • Coordinate with project managers, technical experts, and clients to support successful project execution, technical delivery, and client communication.
  • Develop and review hydraulic models, technical calculations, analyses, and reports in accordance with Tetra Tech and client standards.
  • Communicate technical findings and recommendations effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Utilize hydraulic modeling software such as InfoWorks ICM, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, XPSWMM, PCSWMM, EPA SWMM, ICPR, FLO-2D, InfoWorks WS Pro, OpenRoads DU, or comparable platforms.
  • Contribute and grow into leading proposal development activities including scopes of work, schedules, level-of-effort estimates, and participation in client interviews.
  • Support staffing coordination, recruiting efforts, and technical growth initiatives within the H&H modeling practice.
  • Contribute to innovation initiatives, technical working groups, internal knowledge sharing, and industry engagement opportunities including conference presentations and abstract submissions.
  • Grow into leader for Tetra Tech national Stormwater practice.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or related Engineering field.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or ability to obtain through reciprocity.
  • 15+ years of experience in stormwater engineering, hydraulic/hydrologic modeling, drainage planning, and water resources engineering.
  • Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
  • Experience with hydraulic and hydrologic modeling software such as InfoWorks ICM, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, XPSWMM, PCSWMM, EPA SWMM, ICPR, FLO-2D, InfoWorks WS Pro, OpenRoads DU, or comparable platforms.
  • Experience preparing technical reports, hydraulic analyses, and engineering documentation for municipal infrastructure projects.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to clients, project teams, and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Experience coordinating with clients, project managers, and technical teams in a consulting environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and support project delivery schedules.
  • Proven ability to mentor engineers and contribute to the technical growth of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Experience working with Texas municipal clients, counties, flood control agencies, or transportation agencies is highly desirable.
  • Interest or experience in sustainable infrastructure, green stormwater infrastructure, resilience planning, or Envision is a plus.
  • Ability to interpret model results and develop practical engineering recommendations and conceptual or final design solutions.
  • Experience preparing and reviewing technical reports, engineering calculations, drainage studies, and planning documents.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Interest in building client relationships and supporting business development activities.

Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to work in a remote, office-based environment
  • Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer
  • Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate a computer, keyboard, and phone
  • Ability to view and review detailed financial information on a screen with close visual acuity
  • Occasional standing, walking, and reaching as needed

Work Environment/Environmental Factors:
  • Work is primarily performed in a sedentary setting with standard office equipment
  • Routine use of computers and digital systems for extended periods
  • May require working across multiple time zones or adjusting schedule to meet business needs
  • Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with multiple priorities and concurrent projects

Life at Tetra Tech:

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
  • Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
  • Merit-based financial rewards.
  • Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
  • Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
  • Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth


About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech, Inc. is an American engineering services company that provides consulting, engineering, program management, and construction management services. The company serves a range of industries, including water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech was founded in 1966 and is headquartered in Pasadena, California. The company operates in over 50 countries and has more than 20,000 employees.
Learn more about Tetra Tech
Size
21,000 employees
Market Cap
$7.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$178.9 million
Founded
1966
5 Year Trend
+6.9%
Revenue
$2.3 billion
NASDAQ
TTEK
* Ladders Estimates

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