Water Resources Project Manager

Water Resources Project Manager

Virginia Beach, VA | Richmond, VA | Williamsburg, VA (Hybrid schedule)

Are you a skilled Water Resources Engineer with a passion for solving complex hydraulic and hydrology challenges? VHB’s I-64 team is expanding, and we’re looking for a project management-level professional to bring innovative, cost‑effective, and sustainable solutions to our clients. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to work on diverse projects ranging from site‑specific developments to large‑scale watershed initiatives. Your expertise will help shape solutions for stormwater management, MS4 compliance, transportation drainage, green infrastructure, BMP retrofits, and flood mitigation.

• Overseeing multi‑disciplinary projects with hydrologic, hydraulic, or water quality focus, including interaction with staff and clients.
• Conducting hydrologic and hydraulic studies for riverine and coastal environments using current modeling software (PC SWMM, HEC‑HMS, HEC‑RAS, Hydro
  
  CAD, HY‑8, SRH‑2D/SMS, and others).
• Developing technical reports, design plans, construction documents, and specifications for water resources related projects.
• Leading the construction administration for water resource projects.
• Working with VHB’s integrated team to evaluate permit requirements and develop permit applications.
• Identifying and pursuing new business.
• Creating and expanding technical resources of staff.
• Acting as a mentor and aiding in staff development.

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Team‑oriented with strong capability to motivate others.
• Highly motivated self‑starter.
• Demonstrated superior ability in collaborative problem solving with stakeholders, clients, and teammates.

• BS in civil/environmental engineering or related discipline.
• 5‑8+ years of professional water resources engineering and analysis experience.
• Understanding of hydrologic and hydraulic modeling programs.
• Project management experience of relevant projects.
• Experience with ArcGIS, AutoCAD, and Micro Station.
• Understanding of local, state, and federal permitting.
• PE required.

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects.
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards.
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth.
• Best‑in‑class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace.

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.