Water Resources Engineer/Project Manager

Merjent • ,

1d • $125,900 - $183,100

About The Position

Merjent, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated engineer/project manager focused on water resources. The successful candidate will work with clients, internal engineers, and other team members to manage and support the preparation of plans and specifications; conduct permit reviews and feasibility investigations; prepare reports and studies; ensure regulatory compliance; and develop other design documentation for water resources components of client projects. The role focuses on water resources affected primarily by energy-industry projects, including natural gas, electric transmission, transportation, wind, and solar. Knowledge of multistate stormwater regulations, water resources requirements, and local and state regulatory processes is required.

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible opportunity that can be based anywhere in the United States. Merjent staff may choose a remote, in-office, or hybrid work arrangement. The anticipated annual salary is $125,900 to $183,100, depending on qualifications and experience.

Merjent describes itself as a medium-sized consulting company with staff across the United States. It offers full-time employees paid vacation, 10 paid holidays, competitive benefits and compensation, annual career-related training, and opportunities to contribute ideas and grow service lines. The company also supports travel for remote employees to attend in-person team meetings and all-staff events, and emphasizes quality, professional integrity, and lasting relationships with clients and regulatory agencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering or a related field.
• At least 8 years of progressive experience in engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Previous experience leading a team of junior engineers.
• Experience and knowledge of multistate stormwater regulations, water resources requirements, and local and state regulatory processes.
• Experience or training with CAD software (AutoCAD), GIS (ESRI), and a variety of hydrology and hydraulic modeling software.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to write descriptive and technically accurate specifications and reports.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with energy clients.
• Previous experience working on hydro and dam projects.
• Previous experience working with a professional services consulting company.

Responsibilities

• Manage project teams with respect to engineering needs.
• Assist clients with the design and analysis of a variety of projects, including civil engineering requests related to water resources.
• Prepare design documents and technical reports to support the requested scope of work and associated budgets for engineering services.
• Review documents for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and industry standards.
• Prepare technical documents for client and project management review and revise them based on feedback.
• Lead development of proposals, quotes, and scopes for client projects and needs.
• Lead project meetings and interact with clients and regulatory agencies.
• Adhere to project schedules and budgets based on client needs.

Benefits

• Paid vacation package for full-time employees, prorated according to start date.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Competitive benefits and compensation packages.
• Annual career-related training.
• Travel support for remote employees to attend in-person team meetings and all-staff events.

What This Job Offers

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