YU & Associates, Inc., an awarding winning engineering firm located in Elmwood Park, New Jersey is seeking a Transportation Project Manager to join our team. As a Project Manager specializing in water resource engineering, you will be responsible for leading and managing projects related to water management, drainage systems, flood control, and watershed management.
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee water resource engineering projects, including the design, analysis, and implementation of water management systems, drainage systems, and flood/resiliency control measures
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring effective communication and maintaining strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle
Manage and mentor a multidisciplinary project team, providing technical guidance, assigning tasks, and ensuring project objectives are met
Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, budget, schedule, and resource allocation
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, such as government agencies, environmental consultants, and contractors, to ensure project compliance and successful execution
Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, analyze data, and prepare reports and recommendations for water resource management projects
Evaluate and design stormwater management systems, including detention basins, green infrastructure, and erosion control measures
Review and approve project deliverables, including design plans, technical specifications, and construction documents
Monitor project progress, identify potential risks and challenges, and implement effective mitigation strategies
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, permits, and environmental standards
Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to address project concerns, resolve issues, and ensure client satisfaction
Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in water resource engineering.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or a related field. A master's degree is a plus. Professional Engineer License in New York and/or New Jersey is required, or ability to obtain within 6 months
10 years of experience in design, planning, and implementation of stormwater and hydraulic elements with a focus on project management
Proven track record of successfully managing water resource engineering projects, including drainage systems, flood control, and watershed management. Strong knowledge of hydrology and stormwater and green infrastructure design
Proficient with CAD/Design Software (AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil 3d, Inroads/OpenRoads) and able to assist others as needed
Proficient with stormwater modeling software such as CivilStorm or StormCAD required
Business development skills and the proven ability to win work a plus
Good client relationship development sills
Experience writing proposals, scopes of work, and budgets for projected work
Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization
Ability to manage & mentor staff, and direct resources effectively in a positive manner
Ability to travel to job sites
We offer employees competitive compensation packages, medical/dental/vision, life insurance, short, and long-term disability, paid holidays, paid time off, and 401k retirement plan with company match.
YU & Associates’ is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer fully committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment practices. No employee or applicant for employment is discriminated against because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual or affectional preference, sexual orientation, sex, ancestry or national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, marital or domestic status, veteran status, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information or testing, or any other legally protected category in all employment decisions.
We foster a work environment that’s inclusive as well as diverse, where our employees can be themselves. Every idea and perspective are valued to meet our common goals.
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Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Internet Publishing
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