Project Manager/Senior Water Resources Engineer (Engineering)
About the Position:
WEST Consultants, Inc., a premier firm in water resources engineering, is seeking driven and ambitious candidates for a senior-level water resources project manager position in our Folsom, California, office. This role involves supporting business development andmanaging client relationships. Our top candidate is an independent, proactive networker who excels at leading a talented, motivated team to address some of the most pressing challenges in water resources engineering.
Why WEST?
For over 36 years, WEST has built a superior reputation for delivering top-quality water resources services to government and private sector clients. We provide a dynamic work environment where our team members are recognized as experts in hydrology, hydraulics, geomorphology, sediment transport, and water quality modeling. Known for developing innovative modeling tools and handling complex projects, WEST also offers professional training courses and specialized services, including hydro-meteorological sciences, flow measurement, hydrologic data collection, irrigation and drainage engineering, land management, and Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) operations.
At WEST, our growth is driven by a passion for creating innovative solutions that promote sustainability and progress. Joining our team means becoming part of a culture that values collaboration, camaraderie, and continuous learning. At the heart of our philosophy lies a commitment to our clients, ensuring their needs are not just met but exceeded at every turn.
Primary responsibilities:
Developing and maintaining strong client relationships. Supporting business development, market decisions, and proposal preparation. Leading a highly specialized team in the development of cutting-edge water resources engineering projects. Managing projects to produce deliverables that are high-quality, timely, and within budget. Applying advanced knowledge in hydrology, hydraulics, and water resources to create innovative solutions to current and projected (climate change) floods and droughts and to optimize the use of water resources. Preparing comprehensive project reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
Required qualifications:
Masters degree or higher in civil or environmental engineering or a water resources-related field required. Minimum 10 years of related experience. PE, CFM, PH, or PhD preferred.
Skill Requirements:
In addition to being enthusiastic about working in the field of water resources and adept at networking, the successful candidate should have the following skills:
Ability to engage in business development/marketing strategies, which may include the creation/review of office proposals, project schedules, budgets, and project milestones.
Excellent communication and networking skills.Experience working with models from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Hydrologic Engineering Center (HEC), especially CWMS, HEC-HMS, and HEC-ResSim, and other numerical models.Strong computer skills. Knowledge of programming languages such as Python is a plus.Ability to work independently, manage time, and work in a team. Ability to work on multiple assignments simultaneously, with strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.Excellent problem-solving abilities, including the ability to apply ingenuity and creativity in solving complex engineering problems.Strong statistical background.Advanced knowledge in hydrology, meteorology, and programming desired.Experience with real-time flood forecasting or reservoir operations desired.Willingness to expand technical and non-technical engineering skills through continuous learning and participation in local engineering organizations or conferences.Other duties as assigned.
Compensation Package:
Salary Range: $120,467 - $170,250 annually
WEST offers a dynamic work environment with meaningful work in a team-based culture, providing competitive pay and comprehensive benefits that empower our employees and their families to achieve their financial, health, and security goals.
Market-priced compensation that values qualifications and performance. Share in the firms success with cash bonuses. Fast benefits eligibility. Flexible work with remote, hybrid, and in-office options, and more. Training and education assistance to support career goals.
We offer a menu of benefits to meet our employees unique needs:
High-value health plan options: We pay 100% monthly premiums for medical, dental, vision, prescription, life/AD&D, and long-term disability insurance coverage for eligible employees. We pay 50% monthly premiums for dependent coverage. Voluntary insurance with Life, Hospital, Accident, and Critical Illness coverage options. Personal paid leave. Ten paid holidays, including employee birthday. Paid time off for voting, military duty, jury duty, wedding, parental, and bereavement leave. 401k profit-sharing plan with 4% company match. Training, education assistance, seminars, conferences, and professional memberships to support your career goals. Flexible spending accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care. Employee assistance programs (EAP) that provide enhanced, emotional well-being support. Travel assistance program. Employee referral incentives. Pet insurance plans. And more.
WEST Consultants, Inc. (WEST) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value workplace diversity. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.
WEST does not offer Visa sponsorship. If hired, you are required to complete the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9 for employment authorization. WEST uses E-Verify to validate all employees are eligible to work in the United States.
All offers of employment are contingent upon thesuccessful completion of a background check. This may include verification of criminal history, educational credentials, professional certifications, employment history, and driving records (if applicable). Findings are evaluated in relation to the responsibilities of the role and in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
