
Lead Water Resources Engineer
The Foth Companies
The Role
Overview
Lead engineer overseeing water resources projects, mentoring staff, and driving technical vision.
Key Responsibilities
- stormwater design
- hydrologic analysis
- hydraulic modeling
- client contact
- technical reporting
- qa/qc
Tasks
-Conduct watershed and storm water management planning -Prepare design plans, specifications, and bid documents for storm water, drainage, and water quality construction projects -Direct client contact -Lead technical engineering project designs and reports focused on storm water management, watershed planning, modeling analysis, green infrastructure, and best management practices -Perform stream and wetland restoration designs and water quality studies -Develop technical water resources reports for local, state, and federal agencies -Support and develop the technical vision for the water resources discipline in cooperation with the Water Technical Competency Leader -Establish, implement, and continuously improve discipline-specific standard work, training programs, and QA/QC systems -Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, drainage channel design, erosion and sediment control, and floodplain modeling
Requirements
- hec‑ras
- autocad
- floodplain manager
- civil engineering
- pe license
- team leadership
What You Bring
-Proficiency with storm water modeling software (e.g., HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, XPSWMM, AutoCAD, MicroStation, HEC-HMS, ArcGis) -Minimum of 10 years of experience with water resources as a project manager or technical producer in the engineering consulting industry -Minimum of 15 years of experience that included leading technical teams and hands-on engineering with design, reports, and feasibility studies for water resources projects -Certified Floodplain Manager Accreditation -Ability to travel 10-20% for client visits, conferences, etc. -Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering -Professional Engineer (PE) License
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The Company
About The Foth Companies
-With a focus on client satisfaction, it offers tailored solutions across multiple sectors including industrial, energy, and infrastructure. -Its projects range from large-scale infrastructure improvements to cutting-edge energy solutions, demonstrating the versatility of its expertise. -The company is known for its deep understanding of complex systems, which allows it to tackle both small and large projects with precision. -With a long history of innovation, the company integrates advanced technology to meet the evolving needs of its clients. -Recognized for its collaborative approach, the company consistently partners with clients to achieve successful project outcomes. -The firm’s work spans nationwide, serving a variety of industries, with a focus on sustainability and long-term impact.
Sector Specialisms
Aviation
Coastal and Waterfront Engineering and Dredging
Construction Services
Design-Build / Alternative Project Delivery
Distribution and Logistics Systems
Engineering for Product Manufacturing
Environmental and Regulatory Services
Geospatial and Geophysical
Mining Services
Remediation
Serial 1 Automation
Solid Waste Services
Strategic Consulting and Planning
Transportation
Water and Wastewater
Security Clearance
-drug and alcohol testing required after offer acceptance.
