Senior Project Manager​/Professional Engineer - Water Resources

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 Lead Technical Design 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.

Hybrid Work Environment: Tuesday - Thursday In-Office | Monday & Friday WFH

• 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

• 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 MN
• Experience working on MNDOT projects
• Minimum of 10 years of experience with water resources projects
• Working knowledge with CADD platforms (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Micro Station Open Roads Designer)
• Working knowledge of Arc Map, SWMM, HydroCAD, and/or HEC-RAS
• Strong 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

• Previous experience leading the preparation of water resources related permits for projects (USCG Section 10; USACE Section 404/408;
  State level NPDES/SWPPP and wetlands; 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

Salary Range: $104,400 - $160,500 a year

The listed salary range reflects base pay for candidates with 10
-25 years of related experience. Compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, and responsibilities.

Comprehensive Benefits

Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one

Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses

HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA-eligible plan

401(k) Match: Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals

ESOP: Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits

Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year

Upon receiving a formal offer, you will get a personalized Total Compensation Overview (TCO) to see how everything adds up and what it looks like to be part of our community.

TKDA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, all applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future visa sponsorship needs or requirements. TKDA does not sponsor any type of employment visas, including but not limited to H‑1B, F‑1 OPT/CPT, TN, or other work authorization programs.