Project Manager / Engineer - Water Resources

TKDA•Milwaukee, WI

5d•$97,000 - $115,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At TKDA, our Water Resources team works to develop and implement practical, cost-effective, and maintenance-friendly stormwater control measures. Designs are balanced to minimize costs while providing flood control, enhancing water quality, and protecting wetlands, lakes, and rivers. We are a team of engineers, hydrologists, scientists, designers, and technicians who work on a variety of projects related to designing, modeling, and developing storm water drainage and management systems for DOT, county, and city projects in the upper Midwest, Class I railroad projects nationwide, and other private client projects nationwide. In this role, you will drive innovative water resource projects as either a Project Manager or Engineer. Shape sustainable solutions for our clients' most pressing challenges and lead with expertise to make a meaningful environmental impact. Whether you're seasoned in project management or task leadership, we welcome your skills to elevate our team. Our employee-owned, multi-disciplined team thrives on collaboration and innovation, ensuring every project is optimized for sustainability, cost efficiency and risk mitigation. Join us to make a tangible difference in the communities we serve, while advancing your career in a supportive, hybrid work environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil (or similar) engineering with an emphasis on storm water, hydraulic design, and/or infrastructure design
Professional Engineer in the State of WI
Experience working on WISDOT projects
Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience with water resources projects
Working knowledge with CADD platforms (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and MicroStation Open Roads Designer)
Working knowledge of ArcMap, SWMM, HydroCAD, and/or HEC-RAS
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, and Outlook)
Possession of a valid driver’s license with a driving record that meets company requirements

Nice To Haves

Previous experience leading the preparation of water resources related permits for projects (USCG Section 10; USACE Section 404/408; State level NPDES/SWPPP and wetlands; Local level floodplain, watershed district, irrigation district, etc.)
Previous project management experience or related responsibilities including: managing project scopes, schedules, and budgets
Previous experience collaborating with or leading a multi-disciplined project team
Previous experience assisting with market development activities to secure new contract opportunities including preparation of proposals and fee estimates
Prior experience or aspiration to establish, cultivate, and enhance relations with existing and prospective clients and stakeholders

Responsibilities

Prepare design calculations and plans for a variety of design projects
Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary environment of team members
Oversee the entire lifecycle of projects from preliminary design through construction
Leverage your technical knowledge to coach, mentor, and develop less experienced engineering professionals (graduate engineers, technicians, and interns)
Apply effective written and verbal communication skills when preparing technical reports and specifications, participating in project team discussions, and interacting with clients and contractors