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Kleinfelder · 1 week ago

Project Manager - Water Resources Engineering

positionHouston, TX
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
date5+ years exp

Kleinfelder is a multidisciplinary engineering firm focused on providing solutions for public works and water resources. As a Project Manager, you will ensure the successful execution of client projects, primarily serving local governments, and collaborate with various stakeholders in the field of water resources engineering.

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Responsibilities

Proficient in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, guiding and mentoring team members to perform complex modeling
Flood mitigation planning: Develop potential solutions to flooding, ranging from green infrastructure planning and non-structural practices like buyouts to large-scale master drainage planning and the analysis/design of detention and conveyance facilities
Watershed ordinance and drainage criteria manual preparation, including collaboration with local governments, engineers, and the public to update criteria for property, infrastructure, and water quality protection
Cultivate strong relationships with stakeholders and identify opportunities for business growth
Role will include managing employees

Qualification

Hydrologic modelingHydraulic modelingProfessional Engineer (PE)Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM)Stormwater managementArcGISAutoCADLeadership qualitiesTeam collaboration

Required

5+ years' experience in public works studies and designs, stream stability, streambank protection designs, hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, stormwater quality management, and water resources planning
Master of Science or Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (or equivalent)
Professional Engineer (PE) License in the state of Texas
Demonstrate proficiency in relevant software, including HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, EPA-SWMM, Bentley StormCAD, ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Civil3D, MicroStation, and 2D modeling (RAS, XPSMWM, Innovyze InfoWorks ICM)
Thrive in a collaborative team environment and possess leadership qualities, with the ability to guide technical staff in a team-oriented manner

Preferred

Demonstrated experience and expertise in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling on scales from large river basins to small sites
Flood risk reduction through mitigation
Stream stabilization/restoration: Implement natural channel design approaches to address eroded banks and safeguard infrastructure
Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) License is preferred

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
401(k) plan
Paid holidays

Company

Kleinfelder

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Kleinfelder is an employee-owned engineering, science, and architecture consulting firm.
dateFounded in 1961
location
San Diego, California, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.kleinfelder.com/

H1B Sponsorship

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2023 (27)
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2021 (16)
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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2023-09-19Acquired

Leadership Team

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David Goershel
Executive Vice President - South Division Director
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