Senior Water Resources Engineer

Senior Water Resources Engineer Job Locations US-SC-Rock Hill | US-SC-Greenville | US-SC-Charleston | US-SC-Columbia KCI Benefits We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career. KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Responsibilities and Duties In this Sr. Water Resources Engineer role, the successful candidate will work collaboratively with other members of the team and will be responsible for coordination and completion of various project elements. The candidate will be responsible for executing project work, producing high quality deliverables, maintaining project schedules, and mentoring junior staff. The candidate will be joining a diverse team with active projects in NC, SC, TN, GA, FL, VA, and DE. This is a great opportunity for increased project and design responsibilities for a self-motivated and detail-oriented individual. Open to hiring in any KCI South Carolina office with hybrid/remote options. (Rock Hill, Greenville, Columbia or Charleston) The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years of experience (6 preferred) with water resources related projects. Provide planning, design, and construction oversight services for DOT, municipal, and private clients in the transportation and civil engineering industry including but not limited to roadway drainage, culvert and bridge hydraulics, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, green infrastructure, and ESD/LID. Completion of hydrologic and hydraulic computations, reports, and modeling (drainage improvement, watershed evaluation, floodplain modeling) Design and preparation of construction drawings for various water resources projects. Projects include: drainage, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, bridge and culvert replacement, Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, MicroStation, Geopak Drainage, and HEC-RAS required. Coordinate design development of projects and plans and assisting with technical direction of junior staff Assist in the development of multiple projects and deliverables, including plans, specifications, technical reports, and cost estimates, within the schedule and budget. These duties will be performed under the supervision of a project engineer or project manager. Performs work which involves conventional types of plans, investigations, surveys, structures, or equipment. Assignments usually include engineering calculations, interpretation of engineering drawing and specifications, and assistance with proposal preparation. Candidate must have good written and verbal communication skills and have a strong understanding of water resources and civil engineering principles. Required Skills and Experience Experience in stormwater management, design of stormwater quantity and quality control measures, hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, drainage design, erosion and sediment control design, and watershed modeling Understanding of hydrologic & hydraulic modeling software such as HEC-RAS, HY-8, HEC-HMS, SWMM Microstation and Geopak Drainage experience, or similar CAD software. Project Management and Leadership Plan, develop, coordinate and direct large projects or engineering programs. Supervise subordinate supervisors or team leaders. Conduct research in problem areas of scope and complexity. Ability and willingness to research and work in different geographies. Serve as a staff specialist, applying advanced theories and concepts. Assist in proposals, negotiations, and presentations. Collaborate with internal departments for client relationship development. Manage work routines and assign job activities. Attend project team meetings. Provide task performance reports. Coordinate with other practices and sub-consultants. Provide technical oversight and guidance. Serve as task manager of select projects. Training, Development, and Compliance Mentor and train staff. Comply with all KCI policies and procedures. Ensure projects comply with ISO standards. Conduct employee performance appraisals, when applicable. Develop professional relationships through active participation in industry associations and community involvement. Identify and assist in attracting talent to KCI. Financial Management and Reporting Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting project scope. Operate within specified (corporate or project) budget parameters. Assist with receivables management. Work with the Project Manager to actively manage project budgets. Achieve or exceed budgets individual utilization targets. Project Execution and Technical Oversight Conduct site visits and gather data. Prepare design calculations, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates. Review and approve shop drawings. Compare field data to base plan. Prepare preliminary concept designs. Read and interpret technical documents. Essential Duties and Responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in related field (AEC Industry) Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience. Proven experience in planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring engineering projects. Proven experience in project management roles, with a track record of successful project delivery. Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, team members, and stakeholders. Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to construction management, quality assurance, and safety protocols. Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree Required Licenses Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position. #J-18808-Ljbffr KCI Technologies, Inc.