Group Leader-Municipal Drainage/Stormwater Engineer

K Friese + Associates, LLC (KFA), a Lochner Company, is a leading provider of professional services in water, wastewater, drainage, transportation, and development reviews for public agencies. Our staff includes licensed civil engineers, certified transportation planners, project/construction managers, and construction inspectors.

In May 2023, KFA joined Lochner, a national transportation infrastructure firm headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, providing planning, environmental, design, construction engineering and inspection, and right-of-way services for surface transportation, rail, transit, and aviation clients. Together, we have more resources and capabilities for delivering innovative solutions and enhancing the quality of life in the communities we serve.

• Client-Focused: We are collaborative and attentive to the unique needs and goals of each project.
• Performance-Driven: We are problem solvers dedicated to transforming transportation infrastructure challenges into opportunities for innovation.
• Community-Minded: We are vested in the work we do as stewards of public funds used to improve the communities we serve.
• Socially Responsible: We give back to our communities by supporting various charitable organizations and causes.
• Growth Oriented: We invest in programs to attract, retain, and develop employees so KFA becomes a long-term home for top talent.

THE OPPORTUNITY

KFA is seeking a Project Manager and Engineer with a proven track record to lead project delivery and manage a team of engineers in our expanding drainage practice for the San Antonio market. This role calls for a candidate with a strong technical background in public sector projects and hands-on experience with entities such as the City of San Antonio, Bexar County, and regional authorities. In this dynamic position, the candidate will not only lead project initiatives but also serve as a Group Lead in the Drainage Practice with the responsibility of supervising a team of engineers.

The primary responsibilities for this role include:

• Lead project delivery, managing personnel, budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and client interactions.
• Enhance our regional presence through business development, crafting compelling proposals, and delivering persuasive client presentations.
• Cultivate the professional growth of the team, providing leadership, mentorship, and coaching to junior engineers.

Requirements:

• PE License in Texas
• Bachelors or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering
• 10+ Years of experience preferred in Municipal Drainage projects including planning, design and construction
• Project management and Task Lead experience
• Responsible for the supervision, development, and evaluation of engineering support staff.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience with HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS
• Experience with either MicroStation or Civil 3D

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with advanced modeling software such as SWMM, HEC-RAS 2D, InfoWorks ICM
• TCEQ Water quality design experience
• GIS experience
• Experience with FEMA modeling and mapping
• Experience with channel design and stream bank stabilization
• Certified Floodplain Manager

ABOUT US

KFA is a rapidly growing, civil engineering consulting firm that focuses exclusively on serving public sector clients. With offices in Austin, Round Rock, Houston and San Antonio, Texas; we provide opportunities in the fields of water, wastewater, transportation, drainage, and planning. Our team is driven by challenging and sophisticated work that helps them stretch and expand their capabilities.

At KFA, we foster an environment that cultivates teamwork, collaborative thought and high-quality, client-centered solutions. Our professionals are dedicated to our client's vision and understanding their real challenges through a partnership.

What else sets us apart?

• We focus solely on serving public sector clients to efficiently deliver high quality solutions.
• We seek challenging projects, for which we routinely provide significant value.
• We actively foster an environment of teamwork, collaboration, and innovation, while staying connected in today's semi-virtual environment.

At KFA we are focused on giving back to the community - not only through our work, but also by supporting local charitable organizations throughout the year. We are also the proud recipients of several awards and recognitions that illustrate our commitment to our clients, community, and our profession, including:

• 2023 Engineering Excellence Award, Water/Wastewater Category Silver