Job Description
Stormwater / Water Resources Practice Lead
Kansas City, MO
A growing, multi-discipline engineering firm is seeking an experienced Stormwater / Water Resources Practice Lead to join its Kansas/Missouri Water Team. This senior, client-facing role combines technical leadership, people management, and business development, with responsibility for growing and leading a municipal stormwater practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and grow municipal and urban stormwater programs, including master planning, drainage design, and green stormwater infrastructure (GSI).
- Manage and mentor Project Managers and technical staff, providing day-to-day technical and project oversight.
- Develop and maintain client relationships; identify new market opportunities and pursue work.
- Lead proposal development and participate in project interviews.
- Oversee project delivery, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule compliance.
- Coordinate internal teams, consultants, and external stakeholders.
- Perform and review stormwater modeling and design using industry-standard tools.
- Track project performance, workloads, and staffing needs.
- Maintain awareness of stormwater regulations, MS4 compliance, and industry best practices.
- Represent the firm through professional organizations and community engagement.
Qualifications
- B.S. in Civil or Environmental Engineering (ABET-accredited).
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) required.
- Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive stormwater and civil engineering experience, including project management.
- Strong municipal stormwater background.
- Expertise in stormwater modeling (e.g., SWMM, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS 1D/2D, Stormwise/ICPR, Autodesk SSA).
- Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
- Proven ability to win, manage, and deliver work.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Company & Benefits
- Multi-discipline engineering firm serving public-sector clients across the Midwest.
- Leadership role with opportunity to shape and grow a regional stormwater practice.
- Supportive, employee-focused culture with emphasis on mentorship and professional development.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive be
Salary Range: $190K-$220K
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