TKDA
Water Resources
ProjectManager/Engineer-WaterResources
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“Project Manager / Engineer - Water Resources at TKDA. Skills: Water Resources, Project Management, Engineering Design, Stormwater Management. Prepare design calculations. Prepare design plans”
What You'll Achieve.
Minimize costs; Provide flood control; Enhance water quality; Protect wetlands; Protect lakes; Protect rivers; Make meaningful environmental impact; Optimize for sustainability; Optimize for cost efficiency; Optimize for risk mitigation; Make tangible difference
Industry & Context.
driving record that meets company requirements
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in civil (or similar) engineering with an emphasis on storm water, hydraulic design, and/or infrastructure design, Professional Engineer in the State of WI, Experience working on WISDOT projects, Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience with water resources projects, Working knowledge with CADD platforms (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and MicroStation Open Roads Designer), Working knowledge of ArcMap, SWMM, HydroCAD, and/or HEC-RAS, working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, and Outlook), Possession of a valid driver’s license with a driving record that meets company requirements
Nice to Have
Previous experience leading the preparation of water resources related permits for projects (USCG Section 10; USACE Section 404/408; State level NPDES/SWPPP and Local level floodplain, watershed district, irrigation district, etc. ), Previous project management experience or related responsibilities including: managing project scopes, schedules, and budgets, Previous experience collaborating with or leading a multi-disciplined project team, Previous experience assisting with market development activities to secure new contract opportunities including preparation of proposals and fee estimates, Prior experience or aspiration to establish, cultivate, and enhance relations with existing and prospective clients and stakeholders
What You'll Do.
Prepare design calculations
Oversee project lifecycle
Coach engineering professionals
Mentor engineering professionals
Develop engineering professionals
Prepare technical reports
Prepare specifications
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate within multi-disciplinary environment; Work with team members; Collaborate with clients; Collaborate with contractors; Collaborate with stakeholders
Communication Scope
Effective written communication; Effective verbal communication
Process & Methodology
Manage project scopes, Manage project schedules, Manage project budgets
Full Job Description
## Description At TKDA, our Water Resources team works to develop and implement practical, cost-effective, and maintenance-friendly stormwater control measures. Designs are balanced to minimize costs while providing flood control, enhancing water quality, and protecting wetlands, lakes, and rivers. We are a team of engineers, hydrologists, scientists, designers, and technicians who work on a variety of projects related to designing, modeling, and developing storm water drainage and management systems for DOT, county, and city projects in the upper Midwest, Class I railroad projects nationwide, and other private client projects nationwide. In this role, you will drive innovative water resource projects as either a Project Manager or Engineer. Shape sustainable solutions for our clients' most pressing challenges, and lead with expertise to make a meaningful environmental impact. Whether you're seasoned in project management or task leadership, we welcome your skills to elevate our team. Our employee-owned, multi-disciplined team thrives on collaboration and innovation, ensuring every project is optimized for sustainability, cost efficiency and risk mitigation. Join us to make a tangible difference in the communities we serve, while advancing your career in a supportive, hybrid work environment. Hybrid Work Environment: Tuesday - Thursday In-Office | Monday & Friday WFH ## Responsibilities Prepare design calculations and plans for a variety of design projects Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary environment of team members Oversee the entire lifecycle of projects from preliminary design through construction Leverage your technical knowledge to coach, mentor, and develop less experienced engineering professionals (graduate engineers, technicians, and interns) Apply effective written and verbal communication skills when preparing technical reports and specifications, participating in project team discussions, and interacting with clients and contractors ## Requ
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