Drainage Civil Engineer - Project Manager

A Houston-based civil engineering firm is looking for a Water Resources Project Manager to help lead and grow its Houston water resources team. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for a senior-level drainage/H&H professional who wants to stay technically involved while taking on greater responsibility for projects, clients, and junior staff.

The team has an active drainage and water resources workload supporting public-sector clients throughout the Houston area and Central Texas. The role will oversee and mentor Project Engineers and EITs while remaining involved in project delivery and client relationships.

• Help oversee the Houston drainage/water resources team, including Project Engineers and EITs
• Manage and provide technical oversight on active H&H, drainage, and flood control projects
• Work directly with clients and help maintain strong long-term relationships
• Support project scopes, schedules, budgets, proposals, and deliverables
• Mentor and develop junior and mid-level engineers
• Work on drainage and flood control projects for local government and public-sector clients
• Collaborate across disciplines, with opportunities to gain exposure to transportation and other areas of civil engineering
• Depending on your interests, contribute to client development and business development efforts

• 10+ years of water resources, drainage, H&H, or flood control experience
• Texas PE
• Strong technical background in drainage/water resources
• Experience leading projects and/or mentoring junior staff
• Experience working with public-sector clients preferred
• Strong communication and client-facing skills
• Someone who enjoys collaborating across disciplines rather than working in a silo

Compensation is flexible based on experience and the value you bring. Senior-level employees are eligible for a bonus structure, with opportunities for increased compensation as you take on additional responsibility and demonstrate your value to the team.

The role also offers a flexible hybrid schedule and flexible hours- there is no rigid schedule as long as the work is getting done and the team is supported.

This could be a strong fit for a senior H&H professional who wants more ownership, leadership responsibility, and earning potential without stepping completely away from the technical side of the work.