YU & Associates · 4 days ago
Water Resource Engineer Project Manager
Elmwood Park, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $150K/yr
10+ years expYU & Associates, Inc. is an awarding winning engineering firm located in Elmwood Park, New Jersey seeking a Transportation Project Manager specializing in water resource engineering. The role involves leading and managing projects related to water management, drainage systems, flood control, and watershed management.
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Responsibilities
Lead and oversee water resource engineering projects, including the design, analysis, and implementation of water management systems, drainage systems, and flood/resiliency control measures
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring effective communication and maintaining strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle
Manage and mentor a multidisciplinary project team, providing technical guidance, assigning tasks, and ensuring project objectives are met
Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, budget, schedule, and resource allocation
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, such as government agencies, environmental consultants, and contractors, to ensure project compliance and successful execution
Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, analyze data, and prepare reports and recommendations for water resource management projects
Evaluate and design stormwater management systems, including detention basins, green infrastructure, and erosion control measures
Review and approve project deliverables, including design plans, technical specifications, and construction documents
Monitor project progress, identify potential risks and challenges, and implement effective mitigation strategies
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, permits, and environmental standards
Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to address project concerns, resolve issues, and ensure client satisfaction
Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in water resource engineering
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or a related field
Professional Engineer License in New York and/or New Jersey is required, or ability to obtain within 6 months
10+ years of experience in design, planning, and implementation of stormwater and hydraulic elements with a focus on project management
Proven track record of successfully managing water resource engineering projects, including drainage systems, flood control, and watershed management
Strong knowledge of hydrology and stormwater and green infrastructure design
Proficient with CAD/Design Software (AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil 3d, Inroads/OpenRoads) and able to assist others as needed
Proficient with stormwater modeling software such as CivilStorm or StormCAD required
Experience writing proposals, scopes of work, and budgets for projected work
Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization
Ability to manage & mentor staff, and direct resources effectively in a positive manner
Ability to travel to job sites
Preferred
A master's degree is a plus
Business development skills and the proven ability to win work a plus
Good client relationship development skills
Benefits
Medical-National plan with low out of pocket costs to members.
Dental-National plan.
Vision-National plan with the largest vision network.
Life/AD&D-Benefit available should an employee pass away while employed.
Short-Term Disability-Benefit in the event an employee is unable to work for a short period of time.
Long Term Disability-Benefit in the event an employee is unable to work for an extended period.
Employee Assistance Program-Employee 3rd party support available when needed.
ADP Retirement Plan with company match.
Bonus Program – based on individual and company performance.
Yearly review – based on individual and company performance.
Healthcare Reimbursement Accounts-Tax Free benefit to employees.
Flexible Spending Accounts-Tax Deductible benefit for employees.
Dependent Care and Commuter Program-Tax Deductible benefit for employees.
Will Preparation
Beneficiary Grief Support
Company
YU & Associates
YU & Associates is a civil engineering company specializing in engineering and surveying services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
George Wang
Chief Technology Officer
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