Water Resources Planner/Project Manager

Rincon Consultants, Inc•San Diego, CA

65d•$65,000 - $114,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Rincon Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Water Resources Planner/Project Manager who will contribute to water resources planning and watershed management projects, which includes coordinating with and supporting internal teams conducting research, field work, analysis, and report preparation, in collaboration with projects’ Principal-in-Charge. The Water Resources Planner/Project Manager coordinates and leads project team members, maintaining proactive contact with internal technical resources to ensure project completion and success. The Water Resources Planner/Project Manager also builds and supports client communications and relationships during project delivery. We are seeking an enthusiastic, entrepreneurial, and motivated individual who excels in working in a fast-paced, evolving practice to grow our water resources planning and watershed management services across California. While this role may offer flexible work arrangements that can include a mix of in-office and remote work, our changing business needs will ultimately determine our level of remote-work flexibility. Additionally, to promote in-person collaboration and client teaming, we prioritize hiring those who reside within 50 miles of a Rincon office which currently includes: Carlsbad, Fresno, Los Angeles, Monterey, Oakland, Palm Springs, Riverside, Sacramento, San Luis Obispo, San Diego, San Jose, Santa Barbara, and Ventura.

Requirements

B.S., M.S., or PhD in Water Resources Management, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, or another related field – four or more years of relevant experience required
Basic understanding of water resources, systems, and policies within California
Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Word and Excel
Excellent communication, verbally and written, to a variety of audiences
Excellent planning, budgeting, and organizational skills
Positive attitude and eager to streamline and improve process and workflows
Highly motivated with strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team
Detail-oriented, resourceful, strong time management skills, and innovative
Self-starter willing to tackle a variety of tasks simultaneously
Has prior experience/research for water supply or watershed management
Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and willingness to travel as projects require

Responsibilities

Manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and deliverables across multiple concurrent projects
Contribute to QA/QC processes to support technical accuracy and compliance
Prepare water supply studies and water management plans, including analysis of drought and climate change impacts on water supplies and systems
Research, compile, and summarize regional water supply sources and infrastructure
Prepare water demand forecasts based on socioeconomic factors, existing and future land use, and historical water use
Develop water supply projections based on historical and climate-influenced hydrology
Prepare water grant applications, including assessment of proposed water supply projects contribution to long-term supply reliability
Analyze surface, groundwater, and treated water quality improvements
Prepare environmental constraints analysis and CEQA/NEPA compliance for water projects
Identify and assess climate adaptation and resilience strategies for water systems
Complete climate vulnerability assessments and prepare climate change action plans
Interact with various members of public agency staff on matters related to water resources
Perform research for complex water management planning projects and prepare statistical reports on water, land use, physical, social and economic issues
Review and analysis of data for compliance with state and federal clean water regulations, plans, and policies
Prepare drafts of technical memoranda, meeting minutes, transmittals, presentations, and other written materials
Support preparation, coordination, and facilitation of stakeholder engagement and consensus-building meetings and workshops
Promote a culture of teamwork, engagement, quality service, and customer satisfaction to our public and private clients
Enhance Rincon’s professional reputation and demonstrate the ability to be creative and innovative with these tasks while representing Rincon in a professional manner
Work closely with Rincon Principal(s) and Directors to promote our business interests in adherence with the company’s mission, vision, and values
Support marketing efforts related to water, energy, and agriculture, as well as the importance of nature-based solutions to help drive Rincon’s reputation as a leader in this space
Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor(s)

Benefits

comprehensive Total Rewards Package
health benefits include a range of options such as HMO, PPO, HDHP, and Health Savings Account choices
employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance
dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
three weeks of vacation accrual in the first year
paid sick leave
paid holidays
401(k) / Profit Sharing Retirement Plan
bonus opportunities
opportunities for professional development and mentoring
Volunteer Pay for a Day
Flexible Spending & Dependent Care
Supplemental life insurance
Legal Shield
Identity Protection
Pet Insurance