Water Resources Engineer Advanced Hydraulics Lead

Felsburg Holt & Ullevig

Des Moines, IA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$100,000–$145,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Audio Engineering, AutoCAD, Bentley MicroStation, Business Development, Business Growth, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Civil Engineering, Event Management, Floodplain Management, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Great Plains Product Family, HEC-RAS, Hydraulic Engineering, Hydrology, Information Technology Consulting, Leadership, Marketing, Mentoring, Project Control, Project Planning, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Retrofit, Sales Management, Short Messaging Service (SMS), Stormwater Management, Support Documentation, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Tuition Reimbursement, Water Quality Testing, Water Resource Management
LOCATION
Des Moines, IA
POSTED
1 day ago

Water Resources Engineer Advanced Hydraulics Lead - WR0013Base pay range: $100,000.00/yr - $145,000.00/yrFelsburg Holt & Ullevig (FHU) is seeking a team-oriented, driven, and technically sound water resources engineer looking to advance their career at a firm focused on delivering excellence in transportation.This individual will lead advanced hydraulic modeling and floodplain management efforts across the company that support our transportation focus. This position also includes the opportunity to pursue and manage standalone projects of a similar nature. This individual will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of water resources projects including drainage and floodplain work for transportation projects, wetland and stream restoration projects, and watershed planning and resilience initiatives. This role will include the responsibility of working with our water resources team, providing QA/QC, mentorship, and fostering career growth. Business development and marketing for advanced hydraulic modeling and floodplain management services will also be a part of this role.ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIESWork with leadership within the Great Plains and Mountain West Water Resources Groups to help pursue, manage, and support projects that have a hydraulic modeling and floodplain management element to themAssist in business development and marketing efforts for advanced hydraulic studies, floodplain management and other water resource related projectsManage independent hydraulic studies and other water resources projects including contracting, scope and fee development, team management, client management, and deliverables, with attention to meeting scope, fee, and schedulePerform floodplain analysis, including 1D and 2D hydraulic modeling, to support documentation for floodplain development permit applications, and prepare Conditional Letter of Map Revision and Letter of Map Revision applications to FEMAPerform bridge and culvert hydraulic analysis, including sizing proposed structures, analyzing existing structures, scour analysis, and design for scour protection for minor to major outfallsHelp with the technical development of FHU water resources staff in hydraulic modeling and floodplain management and help provide quality control oversight on projects that have that element to themAssist with roadway drainage design including hydrology and hydraulics for projects including roadside ditches, curb and gutter sections, complex storm sewer design with utility conflicts, retrofitting storm sewer design, and coordinating with existing downstream systemsAssist with wetland and stream restoration assessment, analysis and designAssist with resilience planning and designREQUIREMENTSEDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEBachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university with an emphasis in water resources. Master's degree with an emphasis in water resources is a plusExperience in AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation ORDExperience and proficiency using GIS for water resources applicationsExperience and proficiency in advanced hydraulic modeling with one or more specialized areas (i.e., bridge scour, sediment transport, 2D modeling, etc.)Experience in drainage design and other water resources related work including hydrology and storm sewer conveyance, water quality facility design, bank stabilization and major structure sizing, etc.Experience with hydrology and hydraulic modeling software such as HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS 1D/2D, SMS SRH-2D, CulvertMaster, HY8, FlowMaster, StormCAD/SewerGEMS, etcTask management experience is requiredProject management experience is preferredMarketing and business development experience is preferredLocal experience with DOTs, Counties, and Cities is a plusStream/wetland/pond restoration and watershed planning experience is desirableCERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSPE LicenseThe pay for this position has a range of $100,000 - $145,000 annually. The actual offer will carefully consider a range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, and experience.Application Deadline: 9/15/2025BenefitsMedical/RX, HSA, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability; all of which FHU contributes a significant portion towards the premiumsGenerous Vacation and Sick leave programs401(k) with employer match and discretionary Profit SharingAdoption Assistance programFlexible schedules and options for remote work are available but may not be conducive to every employee and positionProfessional and career development opportunities including tuition reimbursement for continuing educationSupport of employee participation in professional and technical societies & various civic organizationsReimbursement of professional certification and registration feesThis position is eligible to participate in our annual discretionary bonus planFHU Employees are encouraged to participate in a variety of internal committees which include groups such as the Technology Committee, CAD Committee, FHUlanthropy Committee and the FHUn Committee, which plans multiple events that keep energy high and helps us remain a tight-knit team. We also enjoy many opportunities to socialize at various FHU sponsored events throughout the year.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionOtherIndustriesIT Services and IT Consulting#J-18808-Ljbffr

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