Water Resources Project Manager #929
BeneschAbout the role
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Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.
We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.
At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!
Wastewater/Stormwater/Water Resources Project Manager
We are looking for a Water Resources Project Engineer with experience successfully delivering a broad range of water resource projects to support the design of Railroad Transportation Projects nationwide. Responsibilities will include the design and analysis of open and closed storm drainage systems for transportation projects, including hydrology and hydraulic analysis related to culvert sizing, open channel design, bridge hydraulics, scour analysis, storm sewer infrastructure design, and floodplain analysis. In this role, you will contribute to a collaborative team environment. The desired candidate will supplement the design efforts of the civil-rail and structural-rail design group.
The Impact You Will Have
- Perform hydraulic and hydrology (H&H) analyses and design for transportation projects
- Prepare drainage reports in conformance with client and industry standards
- Assist with plan production related to drainage design, stormwater management, detention facilities, water quality/MS4, quantities, and specifications
- Contribute to project goals and milestones, and monitor project progress
- Assist in the preparation of hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, studies, reports, construction drawings/plans, specifications, and cost estimates for a wide variety of stormwater design and planning projects
- Ensure the development of high-quality engineering documents
- Adhere to all internal procedures for quality control, documentation, and project tracking
- Assist with project pursuits
What You Will Need
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related discipline required
- 12-16 years of transportation drainage experience
- PE License preferred
- A history of progressive responsibility in transportation/roadway drainage design, including:
- Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling with an emphasis on the rational method and TR-55 design methodologies
- Experience with plan production software, including AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation/OpenRoads
- Experience with programs such as: HY-8, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, EPA SWMM, StormCAD, CivilStorm, Watershed Modeling System (WMS), Surface Modeling System (SMS)/SRH-2D, FHWA Hydraulic Toolbox, CUHP, FLO-2D, Mile High Flood District spreadsheet tools
- Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
- A track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Ability to prioritize, work on, and advance multiple projects simultaneously
- Thorough understanding of state, regional, and special district design standards
- Experience developing stormwater management plans and water quality design/MS4
- Experience with plan production related to transportation projects
- Experience developing deliverables per DOT or DOT standards and requirements
- A desire to learn and strengthen skills #LI-AG1
The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary, overtime, and bonuses.
Benefits:
Our benefits package is designed to take care of our employees. Benesch offers a generous paid time benefits plan that increases throughout your career plus several paid holidays. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision benefits. We also include company-paid life insurance, short
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