Water Resources Assistant Project Manager

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for their Water Resources Group in Trenton, NJ. The role involves leading stormwater management projects, performing hydrology and hydraulics modeling, and ensuring compliance with state regulations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, with 5+ years of experience preferred. Skills in stormwater management and strong communication abilities are essential.
About the position

Colliers Engineering & Design is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to join their Water Resources Group. This role focuses on hydrology and hydraulics modeling, stormwater management design, and permitting related to Flood Hazard Areas and Dam Safety. The candidate will support and lead various stormwater management projects, ensuring compliance with state regulations and contributing to the overall success of the team.

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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• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
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• Knowledge of state regulations, particularly in New Jersey.
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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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• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with coworkers, clients, and regulatory agencies.
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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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• Proficient in reading, writing, and understanding 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.
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• Access to in-house 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.