Water Resources Project Lead: Hydraulics & Rail

Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects is currently seeking a Hydrologic and Hydraulics (H&H) Project Manager with around 5-10 years of experience to join our team in Albuquerque, New Mexico. As part of our team, you will perform analysis and design as a Project Manager on difficult to complex water resource related projects for our rail clients and support the work of other divisions within the firm as requested.

• Client interaction and coordination on a frequent basis
• Coordinates the plans and schedules of detailed phases of the engineering work and performs the design of major projects.
• Monitors time schedules and job costs and adjusts to comply with each
• Provide project engineering and task management on water resources design projects
• Supervise and delegate work to junior engineers and support staff as necessary to manage specific H&H engineering tasks within larger complex projects
• Conduct stormwater collection systems modeling and design
• Perform floodplain, inundation, and hydrologic studies
• Perform sediment transport and scour analyses to support water resources projects
• Assist in water resources permitting efforts
• Collect, evaluate, and present data in technical reports and oral presentations
• Assist in the preparation of engineering plans and specifications for design of detention facilities, storm drains, flood control facilities and other hydraulic structures
• Work independently and within multidisciplinary teams of geomorphologists, biologists, planners, emergency managers, and additional hydraulic and water resources engineers
• Contribute to business development, marketing, and proposal preparation efforts

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience with HEC-1, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, GEO-RAS, storm drain system analysis
• Strong background in surface water hydraulics and hydrology as well as applying this technical knowledge to address client needs, meet deliverables, and train junior staff;
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3d and/or Microstation
• Team-oriented individual who is eager to lead and manage projects

• Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering
• Master’s degree in with an emphasis in Water Resources (or related) is preferred
• 10 years of increasingly‑responsible, professional experience in the study, design, and construction administration of water resource related projects including Class I railroad H&H projects
• New Mexico State Professional Engineer License, or ability to obtain within 6 months

Job Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico

Annual Salary Range: $100,000 - $160,000 (Depending on Experience)

Please note that Wilson & Company is not currently sponsoring applicants for work visas.

We support our employees’ success and well-being with a comprehensive benefits package, including options for health insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, and retirement savings plans.

We are proud to be an EEO employer and maintain a drug‑free workplace, conducting pre‑employment background checks.