Water Resources Project Manager
McAdams, Charlotte, NC, United States
McAdams is a full-service land planning, landscape architecture, civil engineering, transportation, and geomatics firm located in North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, and Florida. We seek to partner with our clients to create meaningful experiences through inspired design. Our employees are what make McAdams different. We bring experiences to the forefront of everything we do, and to do that takes special people.
Position Purpose
At McAdams, Our Green Stormwater Infrastructure Practice Specializes In Designs That Improve Water Quality While Supporting Growth And Development Of High Profile Projects. Green Stormwater Infrastructure Is Utilized In Private, Municipal, And Non-profit Markets To Manage Stormwater Within The Landscape And Amenities Of The Built Environment. Some Award Winning And Iconic Projects
https://mcadamsco.com/projects/cedar-street-green-infrastructure
https://mcadamsco.com/projects/dorothea-dix-park-gipson-play-plaza
https://mcadamsco.com/projects/duke-university-water-harvesting-pond
https://mcadamsco.com/projects/durham-rail-trail
Responsibilities
Lead and manage all aspects of stormwater projects from concept through construction administration, serving as the primary point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and internal teams.
Develop and maintain strong client relationships by providing exceptional service, managing expectations, and identifying opportunities for repeat business and referrals.
Oversee and mentor project teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring clear communication and coordination among design staff, subconsultants, and other team members.
Develop, manage, and track project budgets and schedules, allocating resources effectively to deliver projects on time and within budget while proactively addressing potential issues.
Lead permitting efforts by working with local agencies and municipalities to secure timely approvals and compliance with regulations, addressing agency comments and facilitating site permitting processes.
Identify and mitigate project risks, resolve technical and design challenges promptly, and maintain the quality of all project deliverables through regular reviews of design documents, construction drawings, reports, and specifications.
Manage relationships with external subconsultants, contractors, and vendors to ensure deliverables meet project requirements and timelines.
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws, including planning, assigning, and directing work, conducting performance appraisals, rewarding employees, and resolving problems.
Prepare and present project updates to stakeholders, including progress reports, budget status, and risk assessments, while maintaining accurate project documentation.
Provide technical assistance across various projects within the group and contribute to innovative environmental protection strategies in the evolving green design market.
Work on stormwater designs, retrofits, construction drawings, and watershed planning studies, interacting with reviewers and permitting entities to advance technical project components.
Participate in field work and site visits throughout all project phases.
Qualifications
Four-year bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field
7+ years of design experience in water resources, civil engineering or GSI
Experience with AutoCAD
Experience with hydrograph routing and H+H modeling
Understanding of common stormwater regulations and permitting requirements
Excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Self-starter with strong drive to better oneself, project team, and community
Ability and desire to be licensed within 4 months
McAdams is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status, or any other legally protected status.
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Position Purpose
At McAdams, Our Green Stormwater Infrastructure Practice Specializes In Designs That Improve Water Quality While Supporting Growth And Development Of High Profile Projects. Green Stormwater Infrastructure Is Utilized In Private, Municipal, And Non-profit Markets To Manage Stormwater Within The Landscape And Amenities Of The Built Environment. Some Award Winning And Iconic Projects
https://mcadamsco.com/projects/cedar-street-green-infrastructure
https://mcadamsco.com/projects/dorothea-dix-park-gipson-play-plaza
https://mcadamsco.com/projects/duke-university-water-harvesting-pond
https://mcadamsco.com/projects/durham-rail-trail
Responsibilities
Lead and manage all aspects of stormwater projects from concept through construction administration, serving as the primary point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and internal teams.
Develop and maintain strong client relationships by providing exceptional service, managing expectations, and identifying opportunities for repeat business and referrals.
Oversee and mentor project teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring clear communication and coordination among design staff, subconsultants, and other team members.
Develop, manage, and track project budgets and schedules, allocating resources effectively to deliver projects on time and within budget while proactively addressing potential issues.
Lead permitting efforts by working with local agencies and municipalities to secure timely approvals and compliance with regulations, addressing agency comments and facilitating site permitting processes.
Identify and mitigate project risks, resolve technical and design challenges promptly, and maintain the quality of all project deliverables through regular reviews of design documents, construction drawings, reports, and specifications.
Manage relationships with external subconsultants, contractors, and vendors to ensure deliverables meet project requirements and timelines.
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws, including planning, assigning, and directing work, conducting performance appraisals, rewarding employees, and resolving problems.
Prepare and present project updates to stakeholders, including progress reports, budget status, and risk assessments, while maintaining accurate project documentation.
Provide technical assistance across various projects within the group and contribute to innovative environmental protection strategies in the evolving green design market.
Work on stormwater designs, retrofits, construction drawings, and watershed planning studies, interacting with reviewers and permitting entities to advance technical project components.
Participate in field work and site visits throughout all project phases.
Qualifications
Four-year bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field
7+ years of design experience in water resources, civil engineering or GSI
Experience with AutoCAD
Experience with hydrograph routing and H+H modeling
Understanding of common stormwater regulations and permitting requirements
Excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Self-starter with strong drive to better oneself, project team, and community
Ability and desire to be licensed within 4 months
McAdams is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status, or any other legally protected status.
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