Water Resources Lead / Project Manager - Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,300 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT, is currently ranked #61 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 for a variety of clients and project types. The successful candidate will be well-versed across the water resources discipline with demonstrated design and management experience in drainage and stormwater management design, modeling, and permitting with the supporting capabilities to perform a variety of design tasks in the civil engineering field. 

This position will help grow the water resources discipline as part of a multi-discipline engineering office with strong transportation resume and clients. Successful candidates will be expected to effectively oversee, perform, and manage a variety of water resource related engineering design and permitting projects. There is a significant need for a candidate that understands the existing Virginia stormwater regulations, has experience on stormwater and drainage design for Virginia transportation projects, and can assist local municipalities with MS4 permit compliance and reach their TMDL goals.

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.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Develop drainage design and stormwater management design in accordance with client specifications and guidelines, using design software and drawing tools.
• Responsible for stormwater management, erosion and sedimentation control / NPDES permitting on transportation and other development projects
• Conduct watershed studies and hydrologic and hydraulic analysis
• Prepare Contract Documents including Plans, Specifications and Cost Estimates
• 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

• Design responsibilities and project engineering skills required
• Knowledge and design experience in storm drainage design, wetland and waters of the US impacts, stream restoration/stabilization for TMDL credits and compensation, stormwater management, MS4 permit compliance, and erosion and sediment control projects dealing with VDOT, VADEQ and USACE
• Detailed understanding of Microstation, Civil 3D, GEOPAK/SUDA, Arc GIS, HEC-RAS and proficiency in MS Word and Excel required
• Thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, working on multiple projects
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge and understanding of local TMDL action plans and MS4 permit compliance
• Working knowledge of Federal, State and local jurisdiction stormwater management and permitting regulations preferred

• Virginia Professional Engineer License or the ability to obtain within 6 months
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from an ABET accredited engineering program
• 6-10 years of experience in water resources engineering
• Experience with Virginia’s Runoff Reduction Method and be able to evaluate projects using it to determine required pollutant reduction and which BMPs should be used to meet the requirements
• Hydraulic Modeling experience using HEC-RAS
• Stormwater Management design experience
• Erosion and Sediment Control design experience
• Experience working with local clients at the county and state level
• DEQ certification in E&S and Stormwater inspection and or plan review required
• Have established contacts with various local, state, and federal agencies preferred
• Familiarity with VDOT and Locally Administered Project (LAP) requirements and protocols

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment 90% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

 Field work and some travel is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.

JMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity, and we are proud to be building an inclusive and diverse workforce.

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