Project Manager - Water Resource Design

Freese and Nichols is currently searching for a highly motivated, well‑rounded Project Manager in our Water Resources Design Division. This person will sit out of our Dallas or Fort Worth offices. This position requires an experienced engineer to serve as a project manager in the field of water resources and heavy civil projects with an emphasis on dams and levees. You will be responsible for leading site inspections and the analysis, design, and preparation of technical reports, construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates.

You will work independently as well as plan and supervise work of teams of professionals and technicians in Texas, Oklahoma, Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina. Interest and ability to supervise, coach and mentor staff is strongly desired. The position involves client interaction and a commitment to client service. The position also encompasses business development activities, including proposal preparation, client visits, and marketing activities.

• Lead large, complex water resources and heavy civil projects from planning through delivery
• Direct and supervise studies, investigations, and designs to ensure continuity, consistency, and quality
• Define project tasks, assign work, and provide oversight, review, and approval throughout each phase
• Manage multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, CAD technicians, designers, drafters, scientists, and external consultants
• Maintain effective communication with clients, client staff, regulatory agencies, and project teams
• Evaluate design decisions for technical soundness and impact on schedule, budget, and project needs
• Track project financial performance, prepare monthly status reports, and support design contract implementation
• Develop and maintain project schedules and quality control plans to deliver timely, technically sound work

• 8+ Years’ Experience in engineering of dams, levees, and hydraulic structures.
• Degree in Engineering.
• Excellent communication skills – both technical writing and oral.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and manage a project team and oversee excellent quality of work.
• Registered Professional Engineer in Texas.