Water Resources Project Manager

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Water Resources Project Manager in Franklin, TN. The role involves managing water resource projects, including stormwater management and permitting, while collaborating with clients and a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, a TN Professional Engineer license, and over 15 years of experience. The position emphasizes mentoring and client relationship development.
Overview:

At Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC), every member of our team has a personal stake in ensuring the success of our clients. As employee-owners of the firm, we are all personally accountable for building lasting relationships and delivering outstanding results. We put people first, whether that’s our clients, our employees, or our community. It’s why we listen more and work harder to understand the unique needs of our clients. And it’s why we prioritize the career development of every individual on our team. People are why we do this, and why we love what we do. We are at our best when we work together. That means bringing together a diverse team of talented, passionate, multidisciplinary experts to work closely alongside clients to create comprehensive solutions to complex problems. We believe that by working together, no problem is insurmountable.

As a Water Resource Engineer for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC), you'll have the opportunity to work collaboratively in an employee-owned company while interacting with clients, contractors, regulators, and local government officials. At CEC, you will provide services for projects of various complexities with opportunities in stormwater management & compliance, water resources & construction permitting, Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) services, watershed management, stormwater design & permitting, Your involvement throughout the lifespan of projects will be from conception through construction as you contribute to the analysis, design, development of plans & specifications, permitting applications, bidding, and construction engineering. You will work collaboratively with our diverse team of talented, passionate, multidisciplinary experts as we provide unique solutions to meet our clients’ needs with innovation and a vision for growth. As your career at CEC progresses, your team will look to you as a technical expert as you share your knowledge through meetings, conferences, articles, and mentoring.

Key Responsibilities:
• Stormwater permitting and erosion prevention and sediment control permitting related to transportation and site development projects;
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control reviews on projects;
• Provide mentoring, training, and oversight for staff;
• Manage water resource related projects and tasks;
• Pursue client management and business development opportunities.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil, Water Resources, or Biosystems Engineering (or related field);
• Professional Engineer licensed in Tennessee or able to obtain a TN license;
• 15+ years of relevant water resources design and permitting experience;
• Well established reputation and recognition in the Tennessee regional marketplace through relationships with environmental regulatory agencies;
• Experience mentoring and managing staff.

Preferred Capabilities:
• Excellent project management, time management, and organizational skills with a thorough understanding of task assignment and schedule, budgeting and efficient use of time and resources;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate via phone, email, technical writing, and in-person;
• Ability to solve complex problems using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and to engage in creative and critical thought.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or Microstation, ArcGIS, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, EPA SWMM HydroCAD, or other water resources software preferred, but not required.

About Us:

We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.

We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community – focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite – focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA – focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women – focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience!

We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you – that is our goal. CEC offers you a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.

CEC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.

THIRD PARTY RECRUITERS

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