Hydrologist Project Manager

Weston & Sampson Engineers Inc • Foxborough, MA

7d • $95,000 - $122,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Weston & Sampson is seeking a Hydrologic & Hydraulic Project Manager with 5-10 years of experience to join their Water Discipline. This role will focus on projects involving hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and design for various infrastructure projects such as stream restoration, bank stabilization, dam rehabilitation, bridge and culvert replacement, climate resilience planning, and flood mitigation. The position will integrate coastal, riverine, and piped infrastructure flooding environments.

Requirements

• BS in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Hydrology, or a related field (required).
• 5-10 years of experience in transportation or hydrology project management.
• Strong understanding of hydrology and hydraulics principles and transportation infrastructure systems.
• Expertise in using hydrologic (e.g., HEC-HMS, HydroCAD), hydraulic (e.g., HEC-RAS), and integrated modeling software (e.g., PCSWMM, ICM).
• Experience with floodplain analysis, stormwater design, and transportation infrastructure evaluation.
• Experience with the permitting requirements of instream projects in multiple states in the Northeast.
• Project management experience, including scheduling, budgeting, and scope control.
• Strong experience in business development, proposal preparation, and client management.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Some travel to client meetings and project sites required.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Nice To Haves

• MS in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Hydrology, or similar field (preferred).
• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct client communications on technical design aspects, project schedule, budget, and scope.
• Lead and coordinate project teams across multiple design disciplines.
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with clients, contributing to business development and project opportunities.
• Support business development efforts, including marketing, proposal preparation, and client outreach.
• Supervise, mentor, and train junior engineers and designers.
• Lead project teams in the design and delivery of transportation or hydrology projects, ensuring all aspects are met including studies, modeling, and final design.
• Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling for urban and rural infrastructure, including stormwater, drainage, and flood management.
• Evaluating complex transportation networks and floodplain management in varied environments (e.g., urban, coastal, riverine).
• Integrating climate resilience and sustainability planning into infrastructure projects.
• Conducting site assessments, designing improvements, and leading technical studies to inform project development.

Benefits

• Meaningful work: Contribute to projects that protect and enhance the natural and built environments
• Ownership mindset: As an employee-owner, your work directly contributes to our shared success
• Growth opportunities: Build your career through mentorship, diverse projects, and clear advancement pathways
• Flexible workplace: Work in a way that supports your life and not the other way around
• Strong culture: Join a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and recognition

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level