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Lochner · 1 day ago

Coastal Engineering Lead

Lochner is a trusted infrastructure services provider focused on delivering high-quality solutions for aviation, transportation, and water clients. They are seeking a Coastal Engineering Lead to manage and expand their Stormwater Practice in Texas, leading complex coastal projects and cultivating client partnerships.

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Responsibilities

Lead and Grow the Team: Hire, manage, and mentor a talented group of coastal stormwater professionals in Texas, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team culture
Shape Regional Strategy: Collaborate with leadership to craft and execute a long-term strategy for the growth and development of Lochner's Stormwater Practice in Texas
Deliver Complex Projects: Lead the design and delivery of high-impact Coastal projects, including drainage master planning, combined flood mitigation studies, storm drainage improvements, and channel and shoreline restoration initiatives
Drive Business Development: Cultivate client partnerships, direct project pursuits, and guide proposals, contracts, and presentations
Promote Technical Excellence: Apply advanced expertise in H&H modeling tools (e.g., HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, InfoWorks ICM, ADC/RC, SMS, ArcMap, QUAL2K, EFDC, CvlGrid, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, ModFlow, Python, MATLAB, SPSS, and Vensim) to ensure innovative project delivery that meets client needs

Qualification

Texas PE licenseCoastal stormwater projectsH&H modeling toolsFEMA floodplain modelingCertified Floodplain ManagerLeadership experienceCommunication skillsTeam managementProject management

Required

Texas PE license and a bachelor's or master's degree in civil or environmental engineering
Minimum 10 years of experience delivering coastal stormwater projects, with at least 3 years of experience in a leadership or project management role
Proven success working with governmental agencies, especially TxGLO and USACE
Proficiency with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling tools, such as HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, InfoWorks ICM, ADC/RC, SMS, ArcMap, QUAL2K, EFDC, CvlGrid, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, ModFlow, Python, MATLAB, SPSS, and Vensim
Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration with clients and teams

Preferred

Experience managing TxGLO and USACE projects
Expertise in FEMA floodplain modeling, floodplain mapping, and TCEQ water quality design
Background in channel design and shoreline restoration
Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) designation is a strong plus

Benefits

Competitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision
Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program
Company Paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave), and Life Insurance
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Expenses and/or Dependent Care
Paid Family Leave
Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible)
Wellness Program for Physical and Mental Health
Lochner Cares Non-Profit 501c3
Education and Training Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discounts
Paid Time Off for Charitable Acts of Service

Company

Lochner

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Lochner offers services such as planning, environmental consulting, design, construction engineering, and inspection.

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Terry A. Ruhl, P.E., F. ASCE, DrBA
Board Chair and CEO
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Mike Kirchner, PMP
Senior Vice President, Chief Governance Officer
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