Water Resources Project Manager

Company Overview

EKI Environment & Water, Inc. (EKI) is an employee-owned, full service, engineering and environmental sciences consulting firm serving private- and public-sector clients throughout the United States. If you are interested in improving water management strategies and practices, improving the environment, and advancing your career, then EKI is the place for you.

EKI Environment & Water, Inc. (EKI) is an employee-owned, full service, engineering and environmental sciences consulting firm serving private- and public-sector clients throughout the United States. If you are interested in improving water management strategies and practices, improving the environment, and advancing your career, then EKI is the place for you. The Water Resources Project Manager position reports to the Team Leader (TL) and is responsible for project management and technical oversight of high-impact projects with California clients from initial project planning through implementation.

Projects include Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) compliance and implementation, groundwater basin characterization, development of water budgets and water accounting frameworks, litigation support, water supply planning, and more.

Your responsibilities may include, but will not be limited to the following:

• Coordinate SGMA implementation for groundwater basins across multiple Groundwater Sustainability Agencies
• Oversee hydrogeologic conceptual model development, water balances, numerical models, and projects and/or management actions deemed necessary by the client
• Prepare well-written technical memorandums or reports and studies, including groundwater sustainability plans (GSPs), SGMA annual reports, and periodic evaluations of adopted GSPs
• Point of Contact for client; coordinate and lead client meetings and related meetings and coordination with external parties
• Plan, organize, and manage staff to deliver quality project work products on time and within budget
• Prepare effective presentations that efficiently communicate complex technical concepts to a broad audience
• Manage project schedules, budgets, invoice preparation, and monthly progress reports
• Provide quality assurance and quality control on and review of project deliverables
• Support business development, including client development, preparing proposals, and presenting at conferences
• Other duties as required

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Hydrology, Geology, Earth Sciences, Engineering, or related field;
  Master’s or PhD degree preferred

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience, with eight (8) or more years desirable for SGMA and related water resources projects
• At least two (2) years of proven project management experience
• Master's or PhD degree, and Professional Registration, or more than 12 years of demonstrated professional experience where Professional Registration is not available for degree, is desirable
• Technical knowledge of SGMA, Groundwater Sustainability Plans, data management and visualization, ArcGIS, quantitative analysis (including numerical modeling), land subsidence, and technical writing
• Knowledge of California groundwater and water planning regulations

• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with clients, subconsultants, regulatory agencies, and members of the public as may be necessary to accomplish assigned objectives
• Must have ability to multi-task, stay organized, work independently, and collaborate with various project teams
• Must have demonstrated time management skills, strong work ethic, and attention to detail
• Must have a strong desire to grow personally as well as professionally
• Must have a great attitude and be eager to learn
• Must have a current valid driver’s license

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs
• Must be able to work remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
• Must be able to communicate with others to exchange information
• Must be able to assess the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned

• Must be able to travel occasionally, possibly overnight for customer meetings and site visits up to 25% of the time

• The expected base salary range for this position is $113,000 - $160,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including the candidate's skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus based on individual and company performance.

As an employee-owned firm, EKI offers a unique company culture with a corporate commitment to maintaining a positive work/life experience. EKI provides excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits packages, including career…