Hydraulic Project Manager Civil Engineering

Hydraulic Project Manager

Pay: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

This position requires employees to be on-site five days a week at our clients Charlotte, NC office.

The qualified candidate for this position must have a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license (or ability to obtain within 6 months), and have 10+ years of hydraulic design experience, preferably on NCDOT projects.

About Our Client

Our client is a highly respected, woman-owned engineering firm with a proven track record across transportation planning, roadway and bridge design, site design, and structural engineering. Recognized as one of the top engineering firms in the Southeast, they combine deep technical expertise with a hands-on, collaborative approach that consistently drives successful project outcomes.

Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Hydraulic Project Manager to join their Charlotte team. This role focuses on leading hydrology and hydraulic design for major transportation infrastructure projects and ensuring compliance with NCDOT and FHWA standards.

Manage hydrology and hydraulic design for transportation-related projects

Conduct stormwater modeling, roadway drainage design, erosion control, and floodplain analysis

Design stormwater management systems, culverts, and bridge hydraulics

Oversee project scopes, budgets, schedules, and client coordination

Prepare technical reports and design documentation

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including roadway, structural, and environmental engineers

Mentor and train junior engineering staff

Conduct occasional fieldwork to verify site conditions

Qualifications

Bachelors or Masters degree in Civil Engineering (or related field)

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license (or ability to obtain within 6 months)

10+ years of hydraulic design experience, preferably on NCDOT projects

Strong proficiency in MicroStation, GEOPAK Drainage, HEC-RAS, Open Roads Designer, and SUDA

Familiarity with NCDOT guidelines, FHWA Hydraulic Design Manual, and erosion control best practices

Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

Work with a top-ranked engineering firm recognized for excellence in the Southeast

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, life, retirement)

Employee-owned structure (ESOP) offering long-term career growth

Collaborative, supportive team culture with leadership opportunities

Opportunity to make a direct impact on significant transportation projects across North Carolina

Job Type: Full-time

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance