Senior Water Resources Engineer

VHB is hiring a Senior Water Resources Engineer in Providence, RI, to lead projects on hydrology, hydraulics, and ecological restoration. The role includes conducting studies, developing solutions, and mentoring staff. Candidates should have a BS in Civil/Environmental engineering and 8-11 years of experience. This position involves working with clients across New England but is based in the company's offices.
VHB is seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer in Providence, RI, to lead projects focused on hydrology and hydraulics, addressing riverine and coastal flooding and ecological restoration. The role involves conducting studies, developing solutions, and mentoring staff. Candidates should have a BS in Civil/Environmental engineering, 8-11 years of experience, and strong communication skills. This position supports clients across New England but is based in the company's offices.
Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB’s Water Resources group is growing across New England, and we're looking for a Senior Water Resources Engineer with strong hydraulics/hydrology technical expertise to be a leader in our dynamic team. With climate change an every-day reality, we are seeing the focus on resilient water resources solutions expanding and are excited to be on the cutting edge of shaping this practice.

This position could be based in any of our New England offices but will focus on assisting our clients with developing strategic, cost-effective, and forward-thinking solutions to their riverine and coastal flooding, ecological restoration, and water resources challenges. You will have an opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects, ranging from site to watershed scale and for a variety of private and public sector clients. You will have the complete support of a growing group of water resources professionals across New England and Projects may include analysis and engineering solutions for riverine and coastal resiliency, bridge hydraulics, stream restorations, culvert design, dam removals, flood mitigation and management.

Responsibilities
• Leading multi-disciplinary projects with hydrologic, hydraulic, and resiliency focus including interaction with staff and clients
• Conducting hydrologic, hydraulic and scour studies for riverine and coastal environments using current modeling software including HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, HY-8, EPA SWMM, SRH-2D/SMS, CHAMP, and others
• Using analysis to identify and design flood, scour and resiliency improvements including both hardened features and nature based solutions and living shorelines
• Performing FEMA “no-rise” analyses and assisting clients with FEMA map revisions
• Developing technical reports, design plans, construction documents, and specifications for water resources related projects
• Leading the construction administration for water resource projects
• Work with VHB’s integrated team to evaluate permit requirements and support the development of permit applications
• Attend and present at meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders
• Lead the development of project proposals, scopes of work and fee estimates
• Mentoring and expanding the technical resources of our staff

Skills And Abilities
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Team-oriented with strong capability to motivate others
• Must demonstrate superior ability in collaborative problem solving with stakeholders, clients, and teammates
• Advanced understanding of hydrologic and hydraulic modeling programs, and the ability to select an apply to appropriate approach to solve our client’s problem
• Experience and interest in staff development
• Understanding of local, state, and federal permitting

Qualifications
• BS in Civil/Environmental engineering or related discipline
• Minimum of 8-11 years’ experience in related water resource engineering and analysis required; 11+ years’ experience preferred.
• PE license or ability to receive within 6 months is preferred.

W e are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience , which includes:
• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us!

VHB is a proud Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion—supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. All individuals receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications without discrimination for race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.