Senior Project Manager Water Resources Engineer or Restoration Scientist

We have current openings for senior project managers with education and expertise in either water resources engineering or geomorphology, ecology, or biology. The position will be based out of our St. Paul, Minnesota; Hood River, Oregon; Cambridge, Massachusetts; Damariscotta, Maine; or Rehoboth Beach, Delaware offices.

How to Apply

If you would like to apply, please submit a Resume and Cover Letter via email tohr@and include Senior Project Manager in the subject line.

Firm Description

Since 1984, Inter-Fluve has been a leading water resources science and engineering firm specializing in river restoration. We have worked across the United States and internationally on projects that include dam removal, aquatic habitat restoration, wetlands assessment, floodplain restoration, watershed analysis, estuary restoration, and other water-related projects.

Our dedicated team of professionals share their passion for nature through their service to our clients.We apply a broad range of science and engineering skills to investigate and design restoration, enhancement, and recovery solutions for degraded riverine, wetland, estuarine and lake environments. Throughout our history, our companys focus has always been to collaborate, explore, question, and advance our craft.

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Position Description

We are seeking a senior project manager with expertise in water resources engineering or a discipline of aquatic restoration science to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience and education in a core discipline relevant to water resources restoration such as water resources engineering, fluvial geomorphology, fisheries biology, stream ecology, aquatic habitat biology, watershed hydrology, or ecology. The candidate should have experience designing and managing river, estuarine, and wetland restoration projects as well as a firm understanding of river and wetland ecosystem processes. The candidate should also be able to assist in various aspects of data collection, analysis, design, and implementation. These projects include dam removal, aquatic habitat restoration, wetlands assessment, floodplain restoration, watershed analysis, estuary restoration, and others.

Location : St. Paul, Minnesota; Hood River, Oregon; Cambridge, Massachusetts; Damariscotta, Maine; or Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

Work Schedule

We currently operate on a hybrid schedule where employees are expected to be in the office at least 3 days a week, Monday Friday. Employees may elect to work from home up to 2 days a week when job duties allow (e.g. field work and in person meetings take precedence.)

This position may include field work and travel of up to 7 days at a time.

Required Qualifications

• Postgraduate or Bachelors degree in core water resources discipline,a minimum of 7 years of relevant work experience, and professional licensure in area of expertise.
• Technical expertise in the practice of aquatic science or water resources engineering as it applies to river restoration, and proven experience of continued technical growth in the discipline.
• Passion for aquatic ecosystem science and for restoration of aquatic systems.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally with large teams including internal team members, clients, teaming partners, the general public, and diverse stakeholder groups.
• Experience managing multiple small to large-sized projects, including preparation and management of scopes, schedules, and budgets from proposal submittal through completion of the project.
• Excellent delegation skills and ability to communicate clear expectations to project teams.
• Ability to review and guide the work of less experienced staff working within a similar discipline.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively both as part of a team and independently.
• Experience completing technical elements of restoration projects such as fieldwork, data analysis, design computations, and construction observation.
• Experience in one or more software programs used for analysis, communication, and design, including Autodesk Civil 3D, ArcGIS, HEC-RAS, Excel, or hydrodynamic modeling platforms.
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse conditions across a variety of terrains and travel for projects for up to 7 days at a time.
• Ability to practice self-reflection and continually seeks to advance communication skills.
• Commitment to equity and inclusion.

Additional Desired Qualifications

Essential Duties

Scope, schedule, and budget preparation.

Benefits & Additional Information

Inter-Fluve, Inc. offers a competitive compensation package that includes paid time off, nine paid holidays, 100% employer paid health plan, 401k with employer contribution after waiting period, life insurance, cell phone plan options, and more.

Inter-Fluve is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, neurodiversity, disability, age, veteran status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.

HOW TO APPLY

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