Freese and Nichols Inc

Water Resource Design - Project Manager

Freese and Nichols Inc$90K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in engineering focused on dams, levees, and hydraulic structures
  • B.S. degree in Engineering
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Proven leadership ability to motivate and manage project teams
  • Registered Professional Engineer in Texas
  • M.S. in Engineering (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Lead large, complex water resources and heavy civil projects from planning through delivery
  • Direct and supervise studies, investigations, and designs
  • Define project tasks, assign work, and oversee each project phase
  • Manage multidisciplinary teams, including engineers and consultants
  • Maintain communication with clients and regulatory agencies
  • Evaluate design decisions for technical soundness and project impact
  • Track project financial performance and prepare status reports
  • Develop and maintain project schedules and quality control plans

Benefits

  • Opportunities for mentorship and professional development
  • Involvement in diverse water resource projects across multiple states
  • Collaborative team environment with multidisciplinary professionals
  • Engagement in business development and client relations
  • Flexible working arrangements (Hybrid work model)
Full Job Description
Freese and Nichols is currently searching for a highly motivated, well-rounded Project Manager in our Water Resources Design Division. This position requires an experienced engineer to serve as a project manager in the field of water resources and heavy civil projects with an emphasis on dams and levees. This person will be responsible for leading site inspections and the analysis, design, and preparation of technical reports, construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates. You will work independently as well as plan and supervise work of teams of professionals and technicians in Texas, Oklahoma, Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina. Interest and ability to supervise, coach and mentor staff is strongly desired. The position involves client interaction and a commitment to client service. The position also encompasses business development activities, including proposal preparation, client visits, and marketing activities.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Lead large, complex water resources and heavy civil projects from planning through delivery
  • Direct and supervise studies, investigations, and designs to ensure continuity, consistency, and quality
  • Define project tasks, assign work, and provide oversight, review, and approval throughout each phase
  • Manage multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, CAD technicians, designers, drafters, scientists, and external consultants
  • Maintain effective communication with clients, client staff, regulatory agencies, and project teams
  • Evaluate design decisions for technical soundness and impact on schedule, budget, and project needs
  • Track project financial performance, prepare monthly status reports, and support design contract implementation
  • Develop and maintain project schedules and quality control plans to deliver timely, technically sound work


Qualifications

  • 8+ Years' Experience in engineering of dams, levees, and hydraulic structures.
  • B.S. degree in Engineering
  • Excellent communication skills - both technical writing and oral.
  • Ability to lead, motivate, and manage a project team and oversee excellent quality of work.
  • Registered Professional Engineer in Texas


Preferred:
  • M.S. in Engineering


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