Leading civil & environmental engineering, surveying, and consulting firm serving infrastructure and development projects.
Lead and manage hydrology and hydraulics projects, oversee teams, client relations, and design.
21 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Austin, TX
Office Full-Time
Company Size
1,100 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Surveying
Planning
Environmental Services
Construction Services
Transportation Engineering
Water Resources
Land Development
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Mining
Land Development
Transportation
Water Resources
Commercial
Corporate Campus
Data Centers
Role
Description
project oversight
team mentoring
technical investigations
client relations
rfq responses
design standards
Review proposals, budgets, and client agreements to ensure alignment with project goals and company standards
Guide and support the technical and career growth of project team members
Provide leadership and actively participate in relevant professional and civic organizations
Oversee project managers to ensure effective coordination of project tasks, budgets, and schedules
Conduct or supervise technical investigations, including post-flood forensic analysis, FEMA permitting, and regulatory compliance issues
Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with clients, public agency representatives, and community leaders
Prepare responses to client RFQs and solicitations
Lead, mentor, and oversee the technical work of team members on complex modeling, engineering design and calculations, technical reports, regulatory permitting (local and state), and public/client presentations
Participate in the development and refinement of design and production standards.
Requirements
civil engineering
pe license
cfm
15+ yrs
stormwater modeling
leadership
Proven ability to lead and mentor engineers and technical staff
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the state of employment
Active involvement in professional associations and civic organizations, preferably in a leadership capacity
Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in stormwater modeling and/or design, including at least 10 years in managing H&H professionals
Demonstrated success in building and maintaining professional relationships with clients, public officials, and community leaders
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
$178.7M Revenue
Regional Revenue in 2021
Achieved a significant regional revenue milestone, reflecting substantial growth and success in Texas markets.
142‑mile Pipeline
Vista Ridge Pipeline Project
Completed construction of a major water pipeline project, showcasing expertise in large-scale infrastructure development.
150 Staff Added
2021 Staff Expansion
Significantly expanded workforce to support growing project portfolio and client demand.
Founded in 1965 by Gus Pape and Gene Dawson Sr. with just three staff, the firm steadily grew into a major Texas engineering force.
Headquartered in San Antonio, expanded across Texas—Austin, Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, Corpus Christi—and beyond through strategic acquisitions.
A diverse portfolio spans water/wastewater pipelines, transportation systems, commercial and residential land development, and large public infrastructure.
Standout projects include the AT&T Center and SeaWorld developments in San Antonio, and Amazon’s SAT6 distribution center.
Specialisms encompass civil engineering, environmental consulting, surveying, water resources management, and transportation planning.
The company’s growth strategy features high‑profile merges and partnerships—such as Costello (2023), KSA (2024), RaganSmith (2024), and Dowdey‑Anderson (2021)—broadening its geographic and technical reach.
Culture + Values
401(k) Match
Generous Benefits
Employees receive a significant contribution to their retirement savings through an impressive 401(k) match program.
Provide an environment that encourages employee development and satisfaction.
Monthly birthday celebrations, weekly trivia and bingo breaks, picnics, holiday parties, professional speakers, and networking opportunities.
Employee engagement is an integral part of working at Pape‑Dawson.
Competitive pay and benefits including free medical, generous PTO, education and gym reimbursements, flexible and remote work opportunities.
Employees are encouraged to learn more specific skills through trainings and workshops.
Environment + Sustainability
25%
Water Demand Reduction
Achieved significant potable water demand reduction through drought-mitigation systems in a pilot project.
500 acre‑feet
Groundwater Storage
Captured and stored groundwater from stormwater networks in Austin after two wet seasons.
15%
Stormwater Flow Reduction
Reduced peak stormwater flows using aquifer storage/injection wells in Houston.
Use of green infrastructure: detention basins, rain gardens, bioswales, permeable pavements for stormwater management.
Adoption of dual piping and greywater recycling systems with on‑site treatment.
Inclusion & Diversity
4.3/5 Rating
Employee Reviews on Glassdoor
This score reflects employee satisfaction with the company's diversity and inclusion efforts, based on 27 reviews.
The company has not publicly declared DEI strategic goals or gender-specific targets.
No gender-related workforce statistics are available from the company's website or LinkedIn.