Water Resources Engineering Design Project Manager

Freese and Nicholsiscurrently searching for a highly motivatedWater Resources Engineering Design Project Manager within our Stormwater practice. The ideal candidate will combine technical depth in hydrologic/hydraulic (H&H) modeling and stormwater design, with strong project management and client coordination skills. The candidate must have a strong background in the development of stormwater/water resources infrastructure, and the preparation of preliminary engineering reports, design plans, technical specifications, and estimated project costs.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects involving stormwater management, flood mitigation, and drainage improvement projects for municipal and regional clients.

• Oversee design and analysis of stormwater infrastructure includingdetention/retentionbasins, open channels, and storm drain networks.

• Experience in H&H modeling of open and closed drainage systems, including software such as HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, ICM, XP-SWMM, PCSWMM, and HY-8 isa plus. 

• Prepare and review plans,specifications, and construction documents, ensuring quality control and compliance with local, state, and federal standards.

• Manage project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and client communications.

• Supportpermittingefforts and coordinating with regulatory agencies and local jurisdictions.

• Work independently as well as oversee the work of teams of professionals andCAD designers.

• 5+ years’ experience in stormwater management

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering(or comparable engineering or applied science degree)

• Florida Professional Engineer (PE) license

• Experience with a diverse range of software packages such as ICPR/Stormwise, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS (steady, unsteady flow, and two-dimensional), ArcGIS ArcMap, and the Microsoft office suite

Preferred Qualifications  

• Experience with advanced H&H modeling software including Infoworks ICM, XP-SWMM, and ICPR 4, as well as ArcGIS Pro 

• CFM Certification and/or experience in floodplain management practices 

• Knowledge of FEMA RiskMap Program, Guidelines and Standards for Flood Risk Analysis and Mapping, preliminary and post-preliminary processing, and the Mapping Information Platform (MIP) 

• Local experience and/or working relationships with clients in NE and SW Florida regions, including an understanding of FDEP and WMD criteria and permitting