Water Resources Program Director
Pond & Co., Atlanta, GA, United States
1200 Riverplace Blvd., Suite 600, 1200 Riverplace Blvd, Jacksonville, Florida, United States of America •
4100 Raleigh Street, Suite 114, 4100 Raleigh Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States of America •
4350 West Cypress Street, Suite 930, 4350 West Cypress Street, Tampa, Florida, United States of America •
3500 Parkway Lane, Suite 500, 3500 Parkway Lane, Peachtree Corners, Georgia, United States of America •
275 Interstate North Cir SE Suite 600, 275 Interstate North Cir SE, Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America •
1000 Business Center Drive, Suite 50, 1000 Business Center Drive, Savannah, Georgia, United States of America
Job Description
Posted Monday, March 30, 2026 at 4:00 AM Ready to turn your ambition into achievement? Join Pond & Company and be part of the team that’s redefining the future of Architectural, Engineering, Planning, Construction Management, and Environmental projects! About the Position
We are searching for a Program Manager to join our growing Water Resources team in one of the following offices: Charlotte, NC, Savannah, GA, Atlanta, GA (either Peachtree Corners, Midtown or Cobb County), Jacksonville, FL, or Tampa, FL. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in delivering, managing, and leading Water Resources design projects and teams, 15+ years of experience in the water resources market, and wants to grow Pond’s Water Resource Program. A PE license and direct experience with Water Resources design and modeling is required. In this position, the successful candidate will help Lead and direct the growth of Pond’s Water Resource client base. This candidate will report through Pond’s Environmental and Water Resource (EWR) Program. As part of EWR’s leadership team, the successful candidate would interface with clients, pursue opportunities, service as a thought leader, and help develop Pond’s brand. Experience and Qualifications
BS or MS in an Engineering Discipline 15+ years of delivery of Water Resources engineering design projects 5+ years of project and client management experience (preferably in A/E/C consulting environment) PE licensure is required PMP or similar certification is a plus Strong written and verbal communication skills, defining and understanding client requirements, managing expectations, communicating with clients and project staff Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of programs (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc) Self-starter with strong organizational skills and attention to detail Existing Client Relationships All Pond & Company positions require participation in at least one in‑person interview as part of our hiring process, and most roles also require in‑person onboarding at a Pond office location; candidates should expect to meet directly with our team and should be cautious of any communication suggesting otherwise. About Pond
Pond is an award‑winning, full‑service architecture, engineering, planning, construction management, and environmental services firm providing professional solutions to clients throughout the U.S. and globally for nearly 60 years. Pond’s staff of 800+ professionals provide a deep bench strength of experience and capabilities to offer customized solutions that help clients manage projects from concept to completion – and everything in between – with confidence and clarity. Pond is currently ranked as the 80th largest engineering and design firm by ENR, Atlanta’s #1 engineering firm by Atlanta Business Chronicle, and has been recognized as an Employer of the Year by Georgia ACEC and a Best Place to Work for Working Parents. Additional Information
Many factors are considered when determining compensation at Pond, including scope and level of position, geographic location, candidate skill, knowledge and experience. Starting base pay may vary depending on these factors. Please see the hiring range associated with this posting for more information. Additional cash incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on position offered. Learn more about Pond’s comprehensive benefits offerings here. All offers of employment made by Pond & Company are contingent upon satisfactory background check results. Pre‑employment background checks will be conducted on all candidates that are offered a position at Pond in compliance with program policy as well as state and federal regulations. Additionally, offers may be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre‑employment drug and alcohol test. Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Employment decisions at Pond are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state and local laws in jurisdictions where we operate. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hrdepartment@pondco.com . Apply for this position at careers.pondco.com . We are always looking for driven professionals of all disciplines to join our fast‑growing company. For more information on our services, clientele, or employment opportunities, visit our website at www.pondco.com. Should you run into any issues in completing the application, please reach out to recruiters@pondco.com for assistance.
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Posted Monday, March 30, 2026 at 4:00 AM Ready to turn your ambition into achievement? Join Pond & Company and be part of the team that’s redefining the future of Architectural, Engineering, Planning, Construction Management, and Environmental projects! About the Position
We are searching for a Program Manager to join our growing Water Resources team in one of the following offices: Charlotte, NC, Savannah, GA, Atlanta, GA (either Peachtree Corners, Midtown or Cobb County), Jacksonville, FL, or Tampa, FL. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in delivering, managing, and leading Water Resources design projects and teams, 15+ years of experience in the water resources market, and wants to grow Pond’s Water Resource Program. A PE license and direct experience with Water Resources design and modeling is required. In this position, the successful candidate will help Lead and direct the growth of Pond’s Water Resource client base. This candidate will report through Pond’s Environmental and Water Resource (EWR) Program. As part of EWR’s leadership team, the successful candidate would interface with clients, pursue opportunities, service as a thought leader, and help develop Pond’s brand. Experience and Qualifications
BS or MS in an Engineering Discipline 15+ years of delivery of Water Resources engineering design projects 5+ years of project and client management experience (preferably in A/E/C consulting environment) PE licensure is required PMP or similar certification is a plus Strong written and verbal communication skills, defining and understanding client requirements, managing expectations, communicating with clients and project staff Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of programs (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc) Self-starter with strong organizational skills and attention to detail Existing Client Relationships All Pond & Company positions require participation in at least one in‑person interview as part of our hiring process, and most roles also require in‑person onboarding at a Pond office location; candidates should expect to meet directly with our team and should be cautious of any communication suggesting otherwise. About Pond
Pond is an award‑winning, full‑service architecture, engineering, planning, construction management, and environmental services firm providing professional solutions to clients throughout the U.S. and globally for nearly 60 years. Pond’s staff of 800+ professionals provide a deep bench strength of experience and capabilities to offer customized solutions that help clients manage projects from concept to completion – and everything in between – with confidence and clarity. Pond is currently ranked as the 80th largest engineering and design firm by ENR, Atlanta’s #1 engineering firm by Atlanta Business Chronicle, and has been recognized as an Employer of the Year by Georgia ACEC and a Best Place to Work for Working Parents. Additional Information
Many factors are considered when determining compensation at Pond, including scope and level of position, geographic location, candidate skill, knowledge and experience. Starting base pay may vary depending on these factors. Please see the hiring range associated with this posting for more information. Additional cash incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on position offered. Learn more about Pond’s comprehensive benefits offerings here. All offers of employment made by Pond & Company are contingent upon satisfactory background check results. Pre‑employment background checks will be conducted on all candidates that are offered a position at Pond in compliance with program policy as well as state and federal regulations. Additionally, offers may be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre‑employment drug and alcohol test. Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Employment decisions at Pond are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state and local laws in jurisdictions where we operate. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hrdepartment@pondco.com . Apply for this position at careers.pondco.com . We are always looking for driven professionals of all disciplines to join our fast‑growing company. For more information on our services, clientele, or employment opportunities, visit our website at www.pondco.com. Should you run into any issues in completing the application, please reach out to recruiters@pondco.com for assistance.
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