Texas Flood & Stormwater Team Lead

AECOM • Austin, TX

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Surface Water Division of AECOM is actively seeking a Flood & Stormwater Team Lead for our Texas Water Resources Group. The group specializes in modeling and floodplain analysis, resilience planning, stormwater management, dam safety, ecosystem and stream restoration and civil design to support flood management and mitigation projects across the state of Texas and beyond. The preferred location for this position is in Austin, TX , with flexibility for candidates located in San Antonio, Dallas–Fort Worth, Houston, or El Paso. This is a hybrid role, with the possibility of some work being performed remotely. The preferred candidate will be a recognized expert in Hydrologic & Hydraulic (H&H) modeling and engineering design with experience leading teams across a range of projects . This individual will serve as an innovative and highly skilled technical leader, responsible for guiding project delivery, providing oversight and management, and driving strategic growth for large, complex projects serving local, state, and federal clients across Texas and the and the Gulf Coast region. Projects may include H&H to inform flood risk analyses and resilience, stormwater master planning, transportation drainage infrastructure, dam safety evaluations, stream and ecosystem restoration, and other water resources planning and design initiatives. The ideal candidate will have cultivated strong client relationships and delivery experience working on projects for Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT ) , Texas Water Development Board (TWDB), Texas General Land Office (GLO), Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), and local municipalities throughout Texas and the Gulf Coast region.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Texas
• Impactful with senior business and project leaders, and with clients.
• Engages and motivates teams and team members through a clear vision and direction.
• Communicates with confidence – builds broad and deep external networks, uses a full range of available communication mediums to inspire and engage others, demonstrates empathy, understanding and exceptional active listening skills, elicits feedback and encourages others to speak up.
• Role model standards and expectations – seeks excellence, communicates frequently and clearly, is strategic, is results-focused, is accountable, makes fact-based decisions, innovates and collaborates.
• Experienced in successfully managing complex projects and meeting delivery requirements.
• Builds high performance teams, is an architect and leader of change, expands capability and capacity, drives flawless execution.
• Demonstrated commercial acumen, and the ability to develop a strong client base

Nice To Haves

• Excellent understanding of the Texas market and state agencies, and ability to support marketing efforts in pursuing work
• Master’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related field
• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM)
• 5+ years of leadership experience
• 15+ years of related experience
• Experience or interest in business operations and internal finance
• Expertise in H&H software and modeling
• Strong leader with excellent interpersonal skills who effectively works with and supports team members
• Public presentation experience

Responsibilities

• As a technical leader, provide subject matter expertise on a range of flood and stormwater projects.
• Business development including leading major pursuits to win new work.
• Maintain and grow strong relationships with key clients to position AECOM for future opportunities.
• Build, lead, and mentor high-performing teams and support successful project delivery.
• Serve as a thought leader across the Texas water resources industry.
• Promote collaboration and professional growth, ensuring alignment with AECOM’s culture and values.
• Support coordination across Texas and the Gulf Coast region, while collaborating with other AECOM offices nationally.
• Partner with regional leadership on strategic initiatives, proposal development, and client outreach.

Benefits

• AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options , well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees