Water Resources Engineer

About Charles P. Johnson & Associates (CPJ)

For more than 55 years, Charles P. Johnson & Associates, Inc. (CPJ) has been a trusted partner in land planning, civil engineering, environmental engineering, and surveying throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Since 1971, we have built our reputation on technical excellence, responsive service, and lasting client relationships.

Our team brings together more than 500 years of combined experience, providing innovative solutions for both public and private sector projects of every size and complexity. With six strategically located offices, we leverage local expertise, strong community relationships, and a collaborative approach to deliver exceptional results from concept through completion.

At CPJ, our success is driven by a client-focused culture that emphasizes quality, integrity, innovation, and outstanding customer service. Our employees are empowered to make meaningful contributions while working alongside industry professionals who are committed to excellence and professional growth.

If you're looking to join a respected firm where your work helps shape communities and your career can thrive, we invite you to become part of our team as we continue "Crafting a Shared Vision of Success."

We are seeking an experienced Senior Water Resources Engineer in our Greenbelt, MD office to lead and support a wide range of water resources projects from planning through construction. This role is responsible for performing complex hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, designing water resources improvements such as stream restorations, dam improvements, storm drainage systems, and stormwater management retrofits, and managing all phases of project delivery including permitting, construction document preparation, and construction administration.

The successful candidate will serve as a primary point of contact for clients, oversee construction observation and documentation efforts, and manage multidisciplinary project teams including engineering and CAD technicians, surveyors, and subconsultants. Candidates should possess a Maryland Professional Engineer (PE) license (or be able to obtain one within three months of hire) and have at least seven years of progressively responsible water resources engineering experience.

Preferred qualifications include familiarity with local permitting processes in Montgomery, Prince George’s, and Howard Counties, as well as experience working with the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) and Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA). Proficiency with Autodesk Civil 3D, Microsoft Project, and ArcGIS is highly desirable. Experience working within Prince George’s County is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Complete complex hydrologic and hydraulic analyses
• Design water resources improvements including stream restoration, dam improvements, storm drain, and stormwater management retrofits, prepare and obtain all approvals for all construction documents
• Handle client communications
• Manage construction observation and documentation efforts
• Manage engineering/CAD technicians, surveyors, and sub-consultants
• Oversee preparation of construction documents

Required Skills and Experience

• Professional engineer’s license in the state of Maryland (or the ability to obtain a Maryland license within three (3) months of hire)
• Seven (7) years of water resources experience and must be able to demonstrate intimate knowledge of and experience in the execution of water resources projects including phases of feasibility, conceptual design, construction document preparation, permitting, and construction management and documentation

Desired Skills and Experience

• A familiarity with permitting processes of Montgomery, Prince George’s, and Howard Counties as well as the Maryland State Highway Administration and the Maryland Department of the Environment
• Experience with Autodesk Civil 3D
• Experience with Microsoft Project
• Experience with ArcGIS
• Prince George’s County Resident

Work Authorization Requirement

To be considered for employment with CPJ, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. At this time, CPJ is not sponsoring H-1B visas or other employment-based work authorization programs.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Charles P. Johnson & Associates (CPJ) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with dignity and fairness. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

Charles P. Johnson & Associates (CPJ) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. CPJ will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the application and employment process to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. Applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the recruitment process should notify the Human Resources Department.