Felsburg Holt & Ullevig · 1 month ago
Water Resources Engineer - Mid-Level - WR0017
Des Moines, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$90K/yr - $135K/yr
8+ years expFelsburg Holt & Ullevig (FHU) is seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial mid-level water resources engineer to join their innovative team. This role involves leading drainage and floodplain analysis for transportation projects, mentoring team members, and contributing to business development while managing diverse water resources projects.
Civil EngineeringConstructionEnvironmental ConsultingTransportation
Responsibilities
Collaborate with leadership to manage staff, provide mentorship, and guide professional growth within the Water Resources Group
Lead drainage design and water resources elements of transportation projects, ensuring alignment with project schedules, budgets, and scopes
Manage independent water resources projects, handling all aspects of project development, team management, client interactions, and deliverables
Engage in business development and marketing activities for water resources projects and select transportation projects
Design and manage roadway drainage systems, stormwater quality and detention solutions, and erosion control BMPs, ensuring compliance with MS4 permit requirements
Conduct hydraulic analysis for bridges and culverts, including sizing, scour analysis, and protection design
Perform floodplain analysis with HEC-RAS modeling and prepare necessary documentation for local and FEMA floodplain permit applications
Provide construction support through submittal review, RFI responses, and field visits to verify compliance with project specifications
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, specializing in water resources
Minimum of 8 years of experience in drainage design and water resources, particularly in transportation-related projects
Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil3D and/or MicroStation, with experience in hydrology and hydraulic modeling software (e.g., HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, SRH-2D)
Project management experience required
PE License (required)
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Familiarity with DOT, county, and city requirements is advantageous
Marketing and business development experience preferred
Benefits
Medical/RX, HSA, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability; all of which FHU contributes a significant portion towards the premiums
Generous Vacation and Sick leave programs
401(k) with employer match and discretionary Profit Sharing
Adoption Assistance program
Flexible schedules and options for remote work are available but may not be conducive to every employee and position
Professional and career development opportunities including tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Support of employee participation in professional and technical societies & various civic organizations
Reimbursement of professional certification and registration fees
This position is eligible to participate in our annual discretionary bonus plan
Company
Felsburg Holt & Ullevig
FELSBURG HOLT & ULLEVIG is delivering transportation and environmental services.
51-200 employees
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