Senior Water Resources Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

GKY, a part of True Environmental and its partner firms, have united their strengths to establish the nation's premier environmental and engineering services consulting firm. This powerhouse organization offers an extensive range of services aimed at revolutionizing the built environment and preserving the natural one. Our diverse expertise encompasses environmental remediation, urban planning, engineering iconic coastal and marine structures, developing sustainable energy sources, and pioneering resource extraction methods. With a workforce of over 600 dedicated professionals, including environmental experts, engineers, technicians, scientists, planners, surveyors, and construction management professionals, this dynamic organization operates in more than 25 offices across the U.S. Explore further at GKY.com and True-Environmental.com to discover the full scope of our capabilities.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Water Resources Engineer with 5-10 years of professional experience to join our team. In this role, you will be instrumental in both managing and performing the engineering duties required for complex water resources projects. The ideal candidate will be a technical leader, capable of overseeing project delivery while actively contributing to hands-on engineering tasks. Most of our projects support government clients throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.

If you are a highly motivated individual, this is an opportunity to grow professionally and go as far as your ambition, dedication, and work ethic will take you.

What you'll do

• Perform and oversee advanced hydrologic and hydraulic modeling using software such as SWMM (2D SWMM preferred), HEC-RAS, and HEC-HMS.
• Manage water resources projects from initiation to closeout, including scope, schedule, budget, and quality control.
• Provide technical leadership and expertise on a variety of water resources projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a primary point of contact and understanding their needs.
• Prepare comprehensive proposals and scopes of work for new project opportunities, contributing to business development.
• Mentor and guide junior engineering staff, fostering their professional growth and technical capabilities.
• Lead efforts in FEMA floodplain management studies, analyses, and regulatory compliance.
• Apply advanced mapping and data analysis using ArcGIS to support project solutions and presentations.
• Manage project contracts and task orders effectively, ensuring successful project execution.
• Contribute to the strategic growth of the water resources practice within the firm

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications