Senior Engineer - MS4 Program Manager

Terracon•Harrisburg, PA

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About The Position

Terracon Consultants is seeking an experienced engineering professional to lead its MS4 practice and support clients’ stormwater and clean-water programs. The role directs permit program development, manages complex projects, collaborates with municipal stakeholders, and helps clients navigate changing regulatory requirements. It offers opportunities to expand professional influence, develop leadership skills, and grow a career while mentoring the next generation of engineers. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and a professional license; a Professional Engineer license is preferred, though a Landscape Architect or other qualified certification may be considered. The posting describes a minimum of 8–11 years of experience in the qualifications section and separately seeks a professional with 10+ years of experience. A master’s degree in engineering is preferred. Occasional travel and overtime are expected, and a valid driver’s license with an acceptable violation history may be required.

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience is sought; the qualifications section states a minimum of 8–11 years’ experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
Professional license required; Professional Engineer preferred. A Landscape Architect or other qualified certification may be considered.
Experience with NPDES MS4 program permitting.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal land-planning regulations and permitting, including PA DEP, MDE, EPA, FEMA, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Experience with stormwater management design and modeling for volume control and water quality or pollutant reduction.
Experience with site grading and erosion and sediment pollution control plans.
Technical writing skills, including specifications, standard operating procedures, and/or ordinance development.
Compliance inspection experience.
Project management skills to achieve milestones and deadlines.
Client relationship and meeting facilitation proficiency.
Proficiency with software for drafting, presentations, and routine office administrative tasks.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Willingness and ability to travel occasionally and work overtime.
A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Engineering.
Grant writing experience.
Professional Engineer license.

Responsibilities

Direct MS4 permit program development.
Manage complex projects and achieve project milestones and deadlines.
Collaborate with municipal stakeholders and clients.
Help clients navigate evolving regulatory requirements.
Lead and mentor engineers in the MS4 practice.
Develop stormwater management designs and models for volume control and water quality.
Prepare site grading, erosion, and sediment pollution control plans.
Conduct compliance inspections.
Write technical materials, including specifications, standard operating procedures, and ordinances.
Build client relationships and facilitate meetings.
Support grant writing, as applicable.