Water Resources Project Manager

AECOM•Austin, TX

1d•$170,000 - $205,000•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a highly motivated Water Resources Project Manager to join its Austin, Texas team on a hybrid work schedule. The role leads and supports surface water projects primarily in Texas, with opportunities to contribute to national initiatives in water resources planning, infrastructure design, hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) modeling, urban drainage design, water quality design, and GIS-based solutions. The successful candidate has an established career, strong client contacts and relationships, and engineering experience with local, state, and federal water resources clients. The position provides technical leadership and project oversight, including management and development of H&H modeling for flood, erosion mitigation, and water quality projects. It also involves planning and managing project scopes, schedules, budgets, quality, and financial objectives; supporting business development; managing client and subcontractor relationships; and leading and mentoring technical staff. The role requires implementing AECOM quality procedures and ensuring contract compliance and subcontractor performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of education and experience.
Professional Engineering License.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
15 or more years of related experience.
3 or more years of project management experience.
Certified Floodplain Manager certification.
Proficiency in stormwater design and producing plans, specifications, and estimates.
Proficiency in 1D/2D hydrologic and hydraulic analysis and modeling.
Proficiency in applying municipal codes to stormwater infrastructure design.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to clearly convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
Excellent problem-solving, time management, and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities

Manage, lead, and develop 1D/2D hydraulic and H&H modeling for planning and design of flood, erosion mitigation, and water quality projects, including flood risk mapping, stream rehabilitation and erosion mitigation, complex culverts and bridges, dam spillways and other hydraulic structures, stormwater collection systems, and stormwater control measures.
Provide technical leadership and oversight for water resources projects.
Lead, develop, supervise, and mentor high-performing team members, technical staff, and design professionals; manage team workload and staffing.
Promote engagement and retention and foster an inclusive environment aligned with AECOM’s cultural standards.
Ensure compliance with contract terms and monitor subcontractor performance.
Develop and manage project work plans, scopes, schedules, and budgets, ensuring quality, timeline, and financial objectives are met.
Implement AECOM Quality Management System procedures.
Monitor and report project financials to technical leadership.
Support business development by leading proposal development and evaluating project opportunities.
Represent AECOM in client meetings and external presentations to promote its services and capabilities.
Manage contract negotiations with clients and subcontractors.
Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership.