Project Manager – Water Resources Engineering

Atlanta, GA (Chamblee) | Hybrid Flexibility Available
Experience: 8+ Years | PE Required

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager – Water Resources Engineering to lead and grow water resources projects within a multi-disciplinary civil engineering environment. This role offers the opportunity to manage high-profile stormwater, drainage, and hydrologic/hydraulic projects while mentoring junior staff and building strong client relationships.

The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise across stormwater master planning, drainage design, H&H modeling, erosion control, and permitting combined with strong project management and leadership capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and execute watershed studies, stormwater master plans, hydrologic and hydraulic analyses (1D/2D modeling), drainage design, stormwater management design, erosion control, and NPDES permitting.

• Oversee design and inspection of traditional and green infrastructure / LID BMPs in both urban and rural settings.

• Prepare construction documents, specifications, and cost estimates for water resource projects.

• Lead FEMA-related studies and Letter of Map Change (LOMC) submittals.

• Develop proposals, scopes, and fees; track budgets, schedules, and deliverables.

• Coordinate with clients, contractors, agencies, and internal multi-discipline teams.

• Provide mentorship, oversight, and training for junior staff and engineers-in-training (EITs).

• Conduct site visits, field inspections, and provide construction-phase support.

• Maintain effective client relationships while identifying opportunities for additional services.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required (Georgia preferred).

• 8+ years of experience in water resources engineering.

• Demonstrated experience in:

  • Hydrologic & Hydraulic Modeling

  • Stormwater Management design

  • Green Infrastructure / LID design

  • Erosion & Sediment Control design

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, ArcMap, and H&H software applications.

• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to perform fieldwork, including lifting 25 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in Georgia and/or South Carolina.

• Familiarity with ICPR4, HEC-RAS, XPSWMM, Autodesk Storm & Sanitary Analysis.

• Background in water quality or TMDL studies.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary + bonus program.

• Condensed work schedule (Mon–Thurs 7:30–5:30, Fri 7:30–11:30).

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.

• Generous paid time off and holidays.

• Tuition reimbursement (undergraduate & graduate).

• Professional development support, in-house continuing education, and software training.