Senior Water Resources Engineer / Project Manager
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Job Description
Wilson & Company’s San Bernardino, CA Office is currently seeking a full-time Senior Water Resources Engineer / Manager with 10 – 20 years of experience to support the professional development and growth of the public infrastructure water resources practice within the region. The ideal candidate will have experience with the latest hydrologic and hydraulic modeling platforms, drainage infrastructure design, area drainage master studies/plans, FEMA flood studies, preparation of technical reports, and the overall management and execution of stormwater management projects.
This position will have a focus on the daily operations of engineering personnel and interoffice collaboration for drainage and water resources projects. We are looking for someone with strong communication skills, who has strong relationships with regional key clients, enjoys being part of a team, and has the ability to collaborate and develop solutions with other disciplines. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about business development and building the San Bernardino Water Resources Practice through existing area clients and contacts.
General Roles and Responsibilities:
Actively manage projects and provide technical support.
Mentor and oversee water resources staff and project managers that support the practice.
Recruit staff in coordination with a staffing plan.
Work with other offices and practice areas within the Company.
Foster existing relationships and build new relationships with key regional clients.
Support and contribute to the sales goals of the team.
Monitor and update operational labor backlog for the San Bernardino office.
Strong communication with stakeholders within and outside the organization.
Engage and collaborate with marketing team.
Monitor utilization and financial metrics using parameters set by the Company.
Identify and engage in professional organizations and key conferences/industry events critical to support of growing practice area.
Software:
Suite of Microsoft Office software
State-of-the-art, commonly used, relevant, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software packages (e.g., HEC-RAS (1- and 2-D), HEC-HMS, FLO-2D)
ArcGIS, ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.
Required Experience:
Recent and relevant experience in the regional water resources market sectors.
Ten-plus years of experience.
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
Licensure as a professional engineer in the state of California and ability to obtain licensure as a professional engineer in other states.
Experience with large area drainage master studies/plans and drainage infrastructure design preferred.
Experience that demonstrates successful management and financial responsibility of projects and the engineering business.
Ensure quality management with implementation of quality control standards.
Communication is key for this position.
Please note that Wilson & Company is not currently sponsoring applicants for work visas.
Job Location:
San Bernardino, California, United States
Anticipated Annual Salary Range: $150,000 - $200,000 (Depending on Experience)
About Us:
For nearly a century, Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects, has provided award-winning engineering, architecture, planning, environmental, surveying, geospatial, and construction management services. With employees across multiple offices in the Midwest, Southwest, Rocky Mountain, and Western regions in the United States, we bring people together to practice their craft, create value, and accomplish great things.
Guided by our purpose, we help clients move from concept to completion, transforming unused spaces into productive places, underutilized facilities into efficient ones, and rural or urban challenges into achievable solutions.
At Wilson & Company, we focus on your specific needs, delivering excellence with lasting Higher Relationships in mind. By employing our core values—discipline, intensity, collaboration, shared ownership, and solutions—we create genuine experiences and lasting connections for our clients, employees, and communities.
We support our employees’ success and well-being with a comprehensive benefits package, including options for health insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, and retirement savings plans. We are proud to be an EEO employer and maintain a drug-free workplace, conducting pre-employment background checks.
Join us and be part of a culture committed to helping you achieve personal and professional success.