Senior Drainage Technical Leader

Job Description

Job Description

We are currently seeking resumes from qualified, responsible, self-sufficient, energetic Senior Drainage Technical Leader’s for our Phoenix, Arizona office. The ideal candidate will be motivated to develop and build their personal knowledge and skills to assist with the growth and success of the office. We offer a friendly, professional atmosphere with excellent benefits and a salary commensurate with experience.

Job Description :

This role will serve as an Arizona senior technical expert and thought leader for the AZ Drainage Group within the company’s Transportation Practice. Responsible for advancing technical excellence in hydrology and hydraulics, leading complex flood mitigation and drainage infrastructure design for freeway, highway, and municipal roadway projects. This position provides high-level oversight of hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, stormwater management systems, bridge and culvert hydraulics, and drainage infrastructure design while ensuring technical rigor, regulatory compliance, and alignment with state and local agency standards. This role balances technical delivery, business development, and staff mentorship.

Primary Job Duties:

• Technical Leadership:
  • Hydrology & Hydraulic Modeling: Lead the technical deployment and application of hydrologic and hydraulic modeling tools across all project phases, including watershed analysis, corridor drainage studies, and final design. Utilize and oversee modeling platforms such as HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS (1D/2D), EPA SWMM, and related stormwater modeling software.
  • Stormwater & Drainage Design: Provide expertise in the design of storm drain systems, culverts, bridges (hydraulic coordination), detention/retention basins, open channels, energy dissipation structures, and floodplain mitigation improvements.
  • Floodplain & Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with FEMA floodplain requirements, state and local drainage criteria manuals, and applicable federal, state, and municipal regulations. Coordinate CLOMR/LOMR processes when required.
  • Innovation & Resiliency: Drive innovation in sustainable stormwater management practices, green infrastructure, low-impact development (LID), and climate resiliency strategies to enhance project delivery and client outcomes.
  • Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as the technical lead and Subject Matter Expert (SME) on complex, high-impact projects requiring advanced hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, floodplain evaluation, and stormwater system design, ensuring technically sound and cost-effective solutions.
• Project Management:
  • Develop project scopes and budgets, interface with and maintain clients, mentor and development of junior staff, and development of project plans and schedules.
  • Meet with clients to prepare and or validate proposed scopes of work.
  • Lead drainage technical strategy and content for proposals, serving as a key Seller/Doer in pursuit efforts.
  • Experience speaking to the public and interacting with local and state agencies is preferred.
  • Must be able to demonstrate successful records of Business Development, program/project management for established AEC firms, managing budgeted design efforts, and demonstrated skills working in multi-discipline teams.
• Staff Development:
  • Mentor and train mid- and junior-level engineers in hydrologic analysis, hydraulic modeling, storm drain design, and drainage report preparation.
  • Demonstrate clear and concise, oral and written communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to coordinate meetings, resources, and presentations

Job Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Skills):

• Minimum Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE) or a related field
• Must have a minimum of ten (10) years of transportation engineering experience
• Must be a registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Arizona. Certification and eligibility for registration in other states where the company has offices is a plus
• Other certifications are a plus but not required, including CFM certification
• DOT and municipality experience in all facets of engineering for multiple states
• Good analytical, problem solving, and data management skills are essential
• Must be a good communicator with experience in technical writing and oral presentation
• Must demonstrate ability to manage projects, develop work, and provide excellent client service
• Travel required when necessary
• Proven knowledge and skills in Microsoft Office, MicroStation, OpenRoads, and AutoCAD
• Must have integrity and be highly motivated
• River mechanics, erosion and scour calculations, and sediment transport training/experience is a plus
• Experience using Project Wise or other file management/file-sharing software is a plus
• Expert level proficiency is required in industry standard hydrology and hydraulics software (i.e. HEC-RAS (1D/2D), HEC-HMS, HY-8)
• Knowledge of standard hydrology and hydraulics software is a plus (i.e. CivilStorm, InRoads Storm and Sanitary, FLO-2D, QGIS, SWMM)
• Marketing experience is a plus
• Valid Driver's License, with the ability to maintain insurability under the company's insurance carrier

Competencies (To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies):

• Communicative – interacts openly with others; can maintain relationships, works well independently or with a team.
• Consultative - Consults with other disciplines as needed; tolerates different perspectives or opinions.
• Decisive & Action Oriented - Has a high level of energy and stamina; gets things done; makes sound educated but rapid decisions even when short of information; enjoys managing challenging projects and works well in fast-paced and pressure environments. Self-motivated and proactive
• Flexible - Adapts to new challenges and circumstances; able to multi-task; thrives on variety and frequently changing environments; creative problem solver. Resourcefulness, with minimal direction.
• Analytical – Uses sound data, and procedures, and follows all laws, rules, and regulations but is a solutionist or problem-solver.
• Conscientious and Organized – Believes professional integrity is paramount; understands the importance of project records; responsive to clients and deadline oriented; quality oriented.

Working Conditions and Environment:

This position will require general supervision and will have to use independent judgment within established guidelines. Generally, uses the advanced knowledge to analyze, interpret, or make deductions from varying facts or circumstances. Will need the ability to establish rapport quickly with others working on the same project, and be able to promote a positive team environment. Working knowledge of dealing with a diverse population while using tact, diplomacy, and respect.

TYPSA, Inc. Culture:

• T hinking toward future company and personal growth
• Y ielding equity, inclusion, and diversity
• P assionate supporter of clients and teammates
• S hared comradery
• A ction oriented and flexible

TYPSA, Inc. offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, short and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Paid-time-Off, and a 401(k) plan.

TYPSA, Inc. Overview :

TYPSA in the United States is a multi-discipline engineering and environmental consulting firm assisting public and private clients in planning, developing, designing, constructing, and maintaining critical infrastructure projects across the United States. With offices in Arizona and California, TYPSA provides local expertise with the backing of a global network.

Originally established in 1992 as AZTEC Engineering Group, Inc., the company began as a two-person DBE firm and grew into a trusted corporation serving clients nationwide. In 2006, AZTEC joined TYPSA Group, an international leader in engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting headquartered in Spain with more than 60 offices worldwide.

Today, as TYPSA in the United States, we proudly carry forward the AZTEC legacy while connecting our clients to the resources, innovation, and international experience of the TYPSA Group. This integration allows us to deliver tailored local solutions with the depth and reach of a global firm.

TYPSA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to affirmative action planning and encourages diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, veteran status, housing status, or any other non-job-related characteristic under applicable law.

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