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Halff

Water Resources Engineering Project Manager

Tampa, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Engineer, with a Florida PE License, to fulfill the role of Project Manager in Tampa, FL. The ideal candidate will bring experience working with FEMA, FDOT, Water Management Districts, FDEP, and ...

Wood Plc

GIS Analyst

Orlando, FL · Remote

... FEMA) projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, and Northeast U.S. regions. This role has the ... Customize GIS workflow and software programs for data collection, engineering, and environmental ...

Wood Plc

GIS Analyst

Miami Lakes, FL · Remote

... FEMA) projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, and Northeast U.S. regions. This role has the ... Customize GIS workflow and software programs for data collection, engineering, and environmental ...

Arcadis

Senior Drainage Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$126K - $152K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Engineering design for numerous roadway drainage and design-build projects including collector ... Understanding of FEMA floodplain regulations * Knowledge of stormwater design including open ...

Arcadis

Senior Drainage Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$126K - $152K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Engineering design for numerous roadway drainage and design-build projects including collector ... Understanding of FEMA floodplain regulations * Knowledge of stormwater design including open ...

Wood Plc

GIS Analyst

Tampa, FL · Remote

... FEMA) projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, and Northeast U.S. regions. This role has the ... Customize GIS workflow and software programs for data collection, engineering, and environmental ...

Wood Plc

GIS Analyst

Jacksonville, FL · Remote

... FEMA) projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, and Northeast U.S. regions. This role has the ... Customize GIS workflow and software programs for data collection, engineering, and environmental ...

City of Punta Gorda

Public Works Project Engineer

Punta Gorda, FL · On-site

$67K - $107K/yr

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  • Dental

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  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Public Works Project Engineer is a highly technical engineering position responsible for the ... for FEMA related projects. Participate in public hearings and meetings as directed. Prepare ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a FEMA engineer?

To thrive as a FEMA Engineer, you need a solid background in civil, structural, or environmental engineering, often supported by a relevant engineering degree and professional licensing (such as PE). Familiarity with FEMA guidelines, disaster risk assessment tools, floodplain mapping software, and project management platforms is essential. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective communication are crucial for coordinating with diverse stakeholders and delivering technical reports. These abilities ensure that you can accurately assess hazards, guide disaster mitigation projects, and support community resilience efforts.

What is a FEMA engineer?

A FEMA Engineer is a professional who works with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to assess and improve infrastructure resilience, conduct disaster response evaluations, and assist in rebuilding efforts after natural disasters. They analyze structural damage, ensure compliance with federal regulations, and develop mitigation strategies to reduce future risks. FEMA Engineers may specialize in civil, structural, or environmental engineering, depending on project needs. Their role is critical in supporting communities affected by disasters and enhancing national preparedness.

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Transportation Drainage Engineer

Kimley-Horn

West Palm Beach, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 11 days ago

Kimley-Horn rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 86 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

55th of 447 rated engineering

Job description

Overview
Kimley-Horn's West Palm Beach, Florida (FL) office is seeking a Civil Engineer with 6+ years of experience to join their Roadway team! This is not a remote position.
Responsibilities
  • Support our growing Roadway and water resources practices and will require working with multi-disciplinary teams for a variety of existing and new public clients
  • Work in a dynamic team environment on a range of projects including roadway projects (new alignment and widening), pedestrian improvement projects, surface water management studies, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, analysis and design, flood studies, bridge hydraulics, green infrastructure planning and design
  • Prepare Hydraulic/Hydrology studies, drainage areas maps, storm sewer networks, pipe profiles, drainage descriptions, stormwater management facilities/BMPs, drainage reports, design documents, and design plans and specifications for roadway water resources projects
  • Technical writing in the form of memorandums, feasibility studies, regulatory submittals (including CLOMR/LOMR submittals to FEMA), and master plans
  • Assist with developing scopes of work and associated budgets
  • This is an exciting opportunity to work with a team of engineers and designers on a variety of projects
  • You will flourish on both building meaningful internal and external professional relationships
  • You will work closely and collaboratively with other industry leading professionals, various jurisdictions, and contractors

Qualifications
  • 6+ years of relevant engineering design experience
  • Professional Engineering (P.E.) License (or ability to obtain within 12 months)
  • Experience with Microstation/OpenRoads, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, HydroCAD, SWMM, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, StormCAD, and other related hydrologic/hydraulic analysis and roadway design software
  • Experience working on projects reviewed and approved by the state's DOT including application of the state's DOT Drainage Manual and 2016 Road & Bridge Standards desired
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Positive attitude, self-motivated; sense of urgency to produce high quality work
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Entrepreneurial spirit with the potential/desire to lead a practice and manage clients and a team

Why Kimley-Horn?
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it- that's why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn's placement on the Fortune "100 Best Companies to Work" list for 19 years!
Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn
  • Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
  • Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
  • Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
  • Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

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We are a full-service consulting firm that provides a wide range of infrastructure and land development planning and engineering services to both public and private clients. Though we have more than 6,000 employees in 100+ offices, we pride ourselves on our small company feel. At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People--clients and employees--are at the forefront of our business. Clients know we are laser-focused on their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to see our staff flourish, one and all. Both groups know that with Kimley-Horn, they can expect more and experience better.

Industry

Specialized design services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Raleigh, NC, US

Year founded

1967

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