VHB · 6 hours ago
Water Resources Project Manager
Greater Boston
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $160K/yr
8+ years expVHB is an innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers focused on improving mobility and enhancing communities. They are seeking a Water Resources Project Manager to manage various water resources projects, oversee field investigations, and develop compliance approaches for stormwater regulatory requirements.
Asset ManagementCivil EngineeringConstructionConsultingGraphic Design
Hiring Manager
Darren Bickford
Responsibilities
Participate as task and project manager on a variety of water resources projects, including tracking task budgets and schedules
Act as mentor in an interdisciplinary water resources team
Identify and track short-term deadlines, deliverables and tasks as well as long-term client goals
Oversee field investigations including, but not limited to, stormwater system inspections, illicit discharge investigations, stormwater system mapping, and water quality sampling
Analyze and interpret data related to water quality and drainage asset management to develop appropriate next steps for clients
Develop data management tools in ArcGIS, including ArcGIS Online
Support clients in interpreting and developing compliance approaches and programs for complex stormwater regulatory requirements
Develop innovative approaches for internal and client workflows to improve efficiency, quality, and feasibility
Oversee the preparation of technical reports, graphics, and guidance documents
Lead the development of federal, state, and local permit applications and compliance reports
Identify stormwater program funding approaches, including preparing grant applications and developing stormwater enterprise funds
Qualification
Required
BS in civil/environmental engineering, environmental science or related discipline – masters degree maybe substituted for 2 years of relevant experience
8-11 Years experience in stormwater, water quality, and/or regulatory experience
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to solve problems and think creatively
Detail-oriented and highly organized
Team oriented with strong capability to motivate others
Strong technical writing and presentation skills
Proficient in ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and spatial database development
Proven project management skills including scope and fee development and budget and schedule tracking
Strong understanding of environmental regulations, including the Clean Water Act, Massachusetts MS4 Permit, and Massachusetts Wetland Protection Act
Effective data analysis and visualization skills
Understanding of hydrologic processes, water quality treatment mechanisms, and drainage system design concepts
Ability to travel, if required
Preferred
Licensure preferred
Experience supervising and mentoring staff and managing projects
Experience with hydrologic/hydraulic modeling software a plus
Benefits
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
Company
VHB
VHB offers civil engineering, site and transit planning, GIS mapping, consulting, analytics, design-build, and structure designing services.
1001-5000 employees
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