Water Resources Assistant Project Manager

Colliers Engineering & Design is hiring an Assistant Project Manager for their Water Resources Group in Westwood, NJ. The role involves leading stormwater management projects, performing hydrologic/hydraulic analyses, and managing permitting processes related to Flood Hazard Areas and Dam Safety. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, 5+ years of experience, and proficiency in stormwater management. Benefits include medical coverage, paid time off, and professional development reimbursement.
About the position

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join our Water Resources Group, focusing on hydrology and hydraulics modeling, stormwater management design, and permitting related to Flood Hazard Areas and Dam Safety. The role involves supporting and leading various stormwater management projects, ensuring compliance with state regulations, and providing technical support across departments.

Responsibilities
• Support and/or lead stormwater management projects focused on green infrastructure and low impact development.
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• Perform hydrologic/hydraulic analyses.
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• Design Stormwater Management BMP's.
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• Prepare SWPPP documentation.
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• Conduct water quality compliance calculations.
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• Implement soil erosion and sediment control measures.
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• Perform flood studies using HEC-RAS and USEPA-SWMM.
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• Conduct dam assessments and rehabilitation design.
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• Perform dam breach analysis and hazard classification.
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• Manage Flood Hazard Area and Dam Safety permitting processes.
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• Assist other departments with engineering and technical support needs.
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• Write reports and proposals.

Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
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• 5+ years of related water resources experience preferred.
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• PE license preferred.
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• Knowledge of state regulations, particularly NJ regulations.
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• Proficiency in stormwater management, hydraulics, hydrological analysis, grading, and site development designs.
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• Demonstrated skills in Civil 3D.
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• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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• Strong attention to detail and analytical capabilities.
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• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
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• Ability to read, write, and understand English for job-related communications.

Nice-to-haves

Benefits
• Company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
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• Paid pregnancy disability leave.
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• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
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• Life insurance.
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• Company-matched 401(k)/Roth.
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• Paid time off including parental and military leave.
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• Employee referral and professional license bonuses.
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• Compensation for billable hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week.
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• Reimbursement for education and professional development courses.
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• Access to a free in-house resource for educational and self-enrichment courses.
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• Mentorship program.
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• Wellness program.
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• Women's Organization and philanthropic opportunities.