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Water Resources Engineering Design Project Manager

Freese and Nichols is

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Jun 12, 2026

Location
Tampa, FL, United States of America
Type
Full-time
Department
Engineering
Seniority
Manager
Source
Workday

Description

Freese and Nichols is currently searching for a highly motivated Water Resources Engineering Design Project Manager within our Stormwater practiceThe ideal candidate will combine technical depth in hydrologic/hydraulic (H&H) modeling and stormwater design, with strong project management and client coordination skills. The candidate must have a strong background in the development of stormwater/water resources infrastructure, and the preparation of preliminary engineering reports, design plans, technical specifications, and estimated project costs. 

Primary Responsibilities 

  • Lead and manage projects involving stormwater management, flood mitigation, and drainage improvement projects for municipal and regional clients. 

  • Oversee design and analysis of stormwater infrastructure including detention/retention basins, open channels, and storm drain networks. 

  • Experience in H&H modeling of open and closed drainage systems, including software such as HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, ICM, XP-SWMM, PCSWMM, and HY-8 is a plus.  

  • Prepare and review plans, specifications, and construction documents, ensuring quality control and compliance with local, state, and federal standards. 

  • Manage project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and client communications. 

  • Support permitting efforts and coordinating with regulatory agencies and local jurisdictions. 

  • Work independently as well as oversee the work of teams of professionals and CAD designers. 

Qualifications

  • 5+ years’ experience in stormwater management 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or comparable engineering or applied science degree) 

  • Florida Professional Engineer (PE) license 

  • Experience with a diverse range of software packages such as ICPR/Stormwise, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS (steady, unsteady flow, and two-dimensional), ArcGIS ArcMap, and the Microsoft office suite 

 

Preferred Qualifications  

  • Experience with advanced H&H modeling software including Infoworks ICM, XP-SWMM, and ICPR 4, as well as ArcGIS Pro 

  • CFM Certification and/or experience in floodplain management practices 

  • Knowledge of FEMA RiskMap Program, Guidelines and Standards for Flood Risk Analysis and Mapping, preliminary and post-preliminary processing, and the Mapping Information Platform (MIP) 

  • Local experience and/or working relationships with clients in NE and SW Florida regions, including an understanding of FDEP and WMD criteria and permitting 

About Freese and Nichols

At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always).  Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.

We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service.  For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need:  developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.

Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at Benefits That Work for You), we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina.  We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.

Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at Working at Freese and Nichols.

Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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