Natural Systems Project Manager

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced stormwater engineer to join our growing team in Raleigh, NC. We are seeking a motivated, achievement-oriented individual with experience related to stormwater and natural systems design (stream, wetland, and coastal shoreline), stream and wetland mitigation, permitting and regulatory compliance, and green infrastructure. In this role, you will provide technical and engineering services, manage projects, and maintain relationships with clients on a variety of stormwater and water resources projects. Specific work may include stream, wetland and coastal shoreline design, planning, field investigations and assessments, feasibility studies, design, permitting, report writing, construction inspection, and other tasks on current and future projects in North Carolina and across the east coast region. Participation in project pursuits, proposal development, and client engagement may also be part of this role.

This is an extraordinary opportunity for the right candidate to further their career through challenging and meaningful work in a rapidly growing area. If you are looking for an opportunity to work in the water resources arena with the potential to gain new knowledge and skills and collaborate with a team of highly-qualified professionals, you will find BC offers an environment that will allow you to do your best work.

Detailed Description:

• Manage and lead water resources projects related to stream, wetland and coastal shoreline restoration, climate resilience, stormwater quality and quantity management, and green infrastructure, .
• Manage and/or assist in developing and completing all phases/stages of stream and wetland mitigation banks.
• Support stormwater and resilience master planning efforts.
• Coordinate and perform field site visits with clients/owners, consultants, contractors, designers, and regulatory agencies, as needed.
• Prepare environmental studies, technical memoranda, reports, presentations, and other types of electronic deliverables to document and communicate analyses and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Perform calculations, prepare technical drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Develop and maintain excellent relationships with federal, state, and local agencies and understand requirements and areas of opportunity for our clients.
• Participate in organizations to benefit the company’s knowledge of issues and to understand client needs.
• Perform technical and quality control review of study, design, and planning documents prepared by others.
• Coordinate with project managers, client service managers, and other project personnel from other disciplines.
• Delegate and oversee work of technical staff and engineers.
• Coach and mentor junior engineers; may include supervisory responsibilities.
• Work collaboratively with the water resources practice across the Area and Company.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• BS degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or related field required; MS degree preferred.
• Minimum eight years of experience planning, managing, and/or designing stormwater and water resources related projects.
• Strong technical background in planning and design, water quality, and broader natural systems projects.
• Proven ability to provide effective mentoring and development of less experienced staff.
• Ability to manage and lead projects and tasks with an interdisciplinary team required.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills required.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment.
• Must be able to successfully manage and deliver on multiple tasks with competing priorities.  
• PE license in North Carolina, or ability to obtain license through reciprocity within 6 months, is desired.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite including Word, Outlook, Project, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and ArcGIS preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Ability to walk slowly around a construction or field site of varying size that may have areas of uneven, muddy, and/or rocky ground or be overgrown with vegetation to perform inspections and take photographs.
• Ability to wear required safety equipment at sites including hard hats, steel toed boots (or other approved toe protection), etc.
• Ability to remain alert and vigilant while working around construction equipment, waterways, and field sites and be able to walk swiftly for a short distance to clear an area where a potential hazard is identified.

Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employe