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WSP in the U.S. · 2 days ago

Lead Water Resources Engineer

Topeka, KS

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

7+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Work with engineers supporting hydrologic and hydraulic modeling tasks for various water resources projects.

Assist in the analysis and design of flood mitigation projects.

Convey results through oral discussions, written reports, and graphic-based presentations.

Perform technical reviews of modeling and analysis.

Mentor and assist in the development of junior engineering staff.

Manage project tasks and budgets, including oversight of staff.

Coordinate project teams, ensuring technical quality of deliverables.

Collaborate in technical discussions and participate in proposal efforts.

Exercise responsible decision-making and adhere to company policies.

Perform additional responsibilities as needed.

Qualification

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Water Resources EngineeringHydrologic ModelingHydraulic ModelingHEC-HMSHEC-RASPC-SWMMGISESRI ArcGISArcProQGISStormwater ManagementDrainageErosion ControlSediment ControlHydrologyHydraulics DesignWatershed StudiesFloodplain DelineationRegulatory ComplianceProject ManagementTechnical WritingQA/QCOffice AutomationMath PrinciplesPredictive ModelsSpreadsheetsPublic CoordinationPrivate CoordinationSurface Water AnalysisTR-55

Required

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Agricultural or Environmental Engineering, with a focus in Water Resources or closely related discipline.

7 to 10 years of relevant post education experience in water resources engineering.

Professional Engineer license

Project management experience.

Strong technical skills regarding hydrologic and hydraulic modeling approaches and commonly used software, such as HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, and PC-SWMM

Geographical Information Systems experience such as ESRI ArcGIS, ArcPro, QGIS, etc.

Proficient knowledge of water resource engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to environmental permitting and project work-related issues.

Well-defined knowledge with Stormwater Management, Drainage, Erosion and Sediment Control, Hydrology & Hydraulics Design, Watershed Studies, Floodplain Delineation, etc.

Proficient ability to coordinate with agency regulators and understand requirements.

Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.

Demonstrated high-level of self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.

Works independently with minimal oversight and provides guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.

Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.

Adept at coordinating technical matters with public and private groups.

Proficient understanding of and well-defined experience with surface water analysis, hydrologic methodologies/models (TR-55, HEC-HMS, etc.), hydraulic models (HEC-RAS, HEC-RAS-2D, HEC-GeoRAS, SRH-2D, etc.), and with ESRI ArcGIS software.

Working knowledge of FEMA flood studies, floodplain analysis and hazards analysis.

Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.

Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.

Must pass background check, and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company’s driving (MVR) policy.

Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.