Job description:

We are seeking an experienced Water Resources Project Manager to join our San Luis Obispo team. This role offers the chance to lead landmark water resources and stormwater projects while collaborating with a talented multi-disciplinary team.

Youll take ownership of complex water resource challenges, manage multi-faceted projects, and mentor design staffwhile building strong client and public agency relationships. If youre passionate about hydrology, hydraulics, and sustainable water solutions, this is the role where your expertise will truly make an impact.

As a Water Resources Project Manager, you will:

• Lead and supervise water resources design staff, including mentoring, training, and quality control reviews.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, contracts, fee proposals, and scopes of work.
• Prepare drainage studies, detention basin designs, riverine hydraulic modeling, floodplain mapping, and FEMA compliance documentation.
• Oversee stream restoration, sediment transport modeling, stormwater quality, and LID/BMP design.
• Ensure compliance with RWQCB and SWRCB regulations, TMDL programs, and HMP requirements.
• Coordinate with clients, public agencies, and in-house teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Respond to RFPs/SOQs, prepare presentations, and participate in client interviews for public works projects.

Qualifications:

• Software: SWMM, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, ArcMAP v10+, Geo-RAS/Geo-HMS, Microstation, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, WSPGW, LSPC/SUSTAIN.
• Design Expertise: Drainage master planning, riverine hydraulics, stormwater quality modeling, floodplain mapping, LID design, and FEMA submittals (including LOMCs).
• Leadership: Strong decision-making skills, independent thought, and proven project team supervision.

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE) required; Masters preferred.
• California Professional Engineer (PE) License required.
• 6+ years of water resources engineering experience.
• 2+ years of project management experience, including supervision of design staff and coordination with subconsultants.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong ability to manage multiple concurrent contracts and client relationships.
• A valid drivers license with a good driving record.

Preferred Certifications & Skills:

• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM), PMP, LEED, ENV-SP, CPESC, QSD, or QSP.
• Recent Central Coast California project experience and knowledge of Post-Construction Requirements (PCRs).
• Programming skills (plus but not required).

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

This is more than a project management roleits a chance to shape sustainable water solutions that safeguard communities and the environment.

Youll benefit from:

• Competitive Annual Salary $103,000 to $155,000 (depending on experience).
• Bonus & Overtime Potential performance-driven additional earnings.
• Comprehensive Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance.
• Retirement Plans 401K & Profit Sharing.
• Paid Time Off plus holidays and flexible scheduling.
• Team-Oriented Culture holiday parties, company events, and team-building activities.
• Professional Development opportunities to join industry organizations and attend conferences.

This role is ideal for a licensed water resources engineer with strong technical and leadership skills whos ready to manage impactful projects across Californias Central Coast.