Project Engineer - Hydraulic Design

Project Engineer - Hydraulic DesignMcAdams is seeking a Project Engineer for our growing Hydraulic Design practice. This position will be part of the planning and design of drainage elements of multimodal transportation projects for public and private clients. Projects will include hydraulic design and hydrologic analysis for roadways, side paths/multi-use paths, sidewalks, greenways, bicycle lanes, and other facilities. The ideal candidate will be able to perform hydrology, hydraulic design, permitting, and erosion control for transportation projects. This position will assist in maintaining project schedules, ensuring high quality deliverables at project milestones, performing quality control on their projects as well as other projects.Essential Functions + ResponsibilitiesDeliver high quality projects on-time and on-budget to our clients.Design, review, and oversee production of plans, contract documents, specifications and cost estimates suitable for publicly bid projects.Design, review, and oversee production plans for offsite roadway improvements for public roads associated with private development projects.Coordinate with other McAdams' service lines (geomatics, water resources, site civil, etc.) to develop project plans. Effectively manage subconsultants.Participate in field reviews of projects to support alignment development and recommendations.Assist in advancing projects through feasibility analysis, to design, permitting, and successful bidding.Oversee design, technical analyses, and engineering calculations and prepare plans, submittal packages and permitting applications.Focus on quality project delivery through adherence to McAdams' quality assurance and quality control standards.Participate in business development activities including development of detailed proposal materials. Develop an understanding of key client's program and develop personal client relationships. Develop and maintain relationships with key teaming partners.Supervise and coach/mentor junior staff.Actively participate in professional organizations. Attend/present at industry conferences.Skills + ExperienceA bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Biological and Agricultural Engineering or a related fieldNorth Carolina PE required (or ability to obtain within 6 months)5+ years of experience related to hydraulics engineering, water resource engineering, and erosion and sediment control design, preferably on NCDOT projectsKnowledge of MicroStation/Geopak/OpenRoads and/or AutoCAD/Civil 3D production workflowsTechnical proficiency in preparing hydrologic and hydraulic analyses and reports, scour investigations, erosion and sediment control plans and reports, drainage and stormwater management designHEC-RAS experience preferredInterest in multimodal transportation issues and designConsistent focus on clarity, accuracy, and completeness of work productStrong critical thinking abilitiesExcellent task and time management skillsExcellent communication skillsEnjoys working within a high performing teamActive participation in relevant professional organizations a plusKnowledge of AASHTO, NCDOT and NC municipal guidelines, standards and proceduresValid driver's licenseWork Environment + Physical DemandsWork will primarily be in an office setting with limited opportunities to be exposed to adverse environmental conditions.Work will be primarily working with fingers by picking, pinching, typing, and grasping often with repetitive motion.Must have visual acuity for viewing a computer screen, the ability to talk, hear and sit for extended periods of time.Must be able to carry, lift and push/pull up to 5 pounds frequently and up to 30 pounds occasionally.Additional physical duties may be required as necessary.McAdams is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status, or any other legally protected status.