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RE/SPEC Inc.

Project Manager - Water Resources

San Diego, CA · On-site +1

$110K - $170K/yr

Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable ... RESPEC, seeks a Water Resource Engineering Project Manager in our Water market sector, located in ...

Lynker Corporation

Senior Water Resources Scientist

Boulder, CO · On-site +1

$94K - $129K/yr

Strong scientific coding skills in R, with reproducible-research practices (e.g., Git, R Markdown ... Familiarity with additional languages such as Python or JavaScript, and with geospatial and remote ...

CP Engineers

Water Resources Project Manager

Sparta, NJ · On-site +1

$120K - $160K/yr

Remote work flexibility, competitive compensation and benefits, and a collaborative, people first ... respected water resources team. This is an opportunity to take ownership of meaningful ...

RS&H

Senior Water Resources Engineer

Miami, FL · On-site +1

This position will have the ability to work a hybrid schedule of in-office and remote. As part of ... ArcGIS for water resources projects * Prior Experience with FDOT D4 & D6 projects * Prior ...

RS&H

Water Resources Engineer II

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site +1

$75K - $102K/yr

This position will have the ability to work a hybrid schedule of in-office and remote. As part of ... ArcGIS for water resources projects * Prior experience with FDOT D4 & D6 projects * Prior ...

RS&H

Water Resources Engineer II

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site +1

$75K - $102K/yr

This position will have the ability to work a hybrid schedule of in-office and remote. As part of ... ArcGIS for water resources projects * Prior experience with FDOT D4 & D6 projects * Prior ...

RS&H

Water Resources Engineer II

Miami, FL · On-site +1

$75K - $103K/yr

This position will have the ability to work a hybrid schedule of in-office and remote. As part of ... ArcGIS for water resources projects * Prior experience with FDOT D4 & D6 projects * Prior ...

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Project Manager - Water Resources

RE/SPEC Inc.

San Diego, CA • On-site, Remote

$110K - $170K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Big challenges need bold thinkers.

If you're someone who sees problems as opportunities, you'll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we've tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.

At RESPEC, you'll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you'll fit right in.

Job Description

RESPEC, seeks a Water Resource Engineering Project Manager in our Water market sector, located in San Diego, CA.

As a Project Manager, you will contribute to a wide range of water resources engineering projects, including rainfall analysis, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, stormwater management, and development of technical guidance documents. The position may also support other civil and water related projects. This position is based in Southern California, with the primary office in San Diego, offers flexibility for hybrid work, and includes regional travel within Southern California for client meetings.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in civil, water resources, environmental engineering or a related engineering field
  • 8 or more years of experience in hydrology and hydraulics for public sector or private consulting clients
  • Strong background in rainfall runoff modeling and statistical hydrology
  • A minimum of 3 years of project manager experience
  • Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the state of California
  • Experience leading multidiscipline teams and mentoring technical professionals
  • Proven ability to support business development and strengthen client relationships
  • Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record; position requires operating a company or personal vehicle during work hours for business-related travel

Preferred:

  • Established relationships and experience working with California agencies and public sector clients
  • Direct experience with county or regional hydrology manuals, drainage criteria, or technical guidance documents
  • Experience with advanced statistical analysis of rainfall and streamflow, including nonstationary hydrologic conditions and post fire hydrology
  • Comfort reviewing and defending technical assumptions with agency reviewers
  • Practical application of hydrology and hydraulics software, including HEC-RAS (1D and 2D), HEC-HMS, and SWMM
Additional Information

Compensation: Salary depends on experience and expertise, typical salary range for this position in California is $110k-170k, DOEQ. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package. RESPEC is a 100% employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after a qualifying period.

Featured benefits include:

  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Retirement & EPP (with company match up to 4%)
  • Professional Development and Training
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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