MSStormwater Engineer

MS4 Stormwater Engineer

Water Resource Engineering

Richmond, VA
• Full-Time/Regular

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

JMT is seeking a motivated individual who desires increasing responsibilities in designing, managing, and marketing Water Resources Engineering primarily for MS4 related projects. The successful candidate will be well-versed across the water resources discipline with demonstrated experience in stormwater management, TMDL Action Plans and implementation, MS4 Program Plans, and MS4 compliance.

This position will help grow the water resources discipline as part of a multi-discipline engineering office with many clients. Successful candidates will be expected to effectively oversee, perform, and manage a variety of water resources related engineering projects. There is a significant need for a candidate that can assist clients with MS4 permit compliance and their TMDL goals and understands existing Virginia stormwater regulations.

Responsible for engineering design using knowledge of general engineering principles and practices to interpret, organize, execute, and coordinate assignments with limited supervision. Acts as a technical mentor to less experienced engineers.

Compensation for this position is $125,000 - $150,000, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.

• Manages project(s) in accordance with scope, schedule, and budget.
• Responsible for MS4 Program Plan development and revision, MS4 program, assisting clients with implementation of the DEQ Stormwater Handbook, compliance and VPDES compliance inspections of construction projects.
• Conduct watershed studies, TMDL Action Plans, and TMDL project implementation including design of BMP retrofits, stream restoration, shoreline restoration and similar projects.
• Design and inspect traditional and innovative green stormwater infrastructure and SWM BMPs in both urban and rural environments
• Coordination with contractors, outside consultants, government agencies, and JMT staff from multiple locations and technical disciplines
• Plan, schedule, conduct or coordinate detailed phases of the engineering work in a part of a major project or in a total project of moderate scope
• Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography and other topographical or geologic data to plan projects
• Develop project specific project plans, Project Management Plans/quality management plans.
• Manage subconsultants.
• Build relationships with client(s) to understand preferences and requirements to set-up and execute a quality project.
• Prepare progress reports and review invoices.
• Develop and lead in project status and presentations.
• Assist Section Heads, Office Leaders, and Practice Leaders with the marketing process including, SMART Go/No Go decisions, proposal development, and interviews.
• Lead and manage team members by providing leadership and continuous performance management (setting expectations, goals, feedback, 1:1 meeting, coaching) that supports the growth and development of the team.

• Design responsibilities and project engineering skills required
• Knowledge and design experience in BMP design for TMDL credits, stormwater management, MS4 permit compliance, and erosion and sediment control compliance
• General understanding of Microstation, Open Roads Designer, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, HEC-RAS and proficiency in MS Word and Excel required.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, working on multiple projects
• Excellent written…