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Stormwater Group Manager

12/10/2025

You will lead a team of engineers in water management projects, overseeing planning, design, and implementation. You will manage budgets, schedules, and ensure compliance with regulations while mentoring staff and developing business opportunities.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

201-500 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Primera Engineers is a mid-size, full-service, woman-owned (WBE) engineering design and consulting firm specializing in four areas of expertise: buildings, transportation, utilities, and business consulting. With more than 35 years of experience in the A/E/C industry, Primera’s core service offerings include a wide range of professional services in the disciplines of mechanical, electrical, plumbing (M/E/P), structural, civil, and telecommunications engineering, as well as commissioning, energy, architecture, sustainability, life safety, lighting, transportation, natural gas, power delivery, project and construction management, and business consulting, including PMO and analytics services. We are committed to providing our clients with industry-leading expertise and a simultaneous-focus on a superior level of client service. We are always looking for passionate leaders and innovative professionals who are ready to jump in and help drive Primera’s growth into the next 35 years.
About the Role

Description

Lead our team of engineers for water management projects. You'll be responsible for overseeing the planning, design, and implementation of water resources projects, such as stormwater management, flood control, water supply, and water quality. You'll be responsible for managing the budget, schedule, and quality of the projects, as well as ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards. You'll mentor and coach the staff, foster a collaborative and positive work environment, and develop new business opportunities with existing and potential clients. 

 

WHO WE ARE

We’re a people-first organization. We value knowledge and learning. We believe in the power of connection and collaboration and we seek to build relationships that mean something. We employ some of the best and brightest in the industry and we work hard to maintain a culture that our people can be proud of. The secret to our success is our ability to connect with clients to provide a first-class customer experience.  

 

WORKING FOR PRIMERA

Our Transportation division is a talented team of experts working together to deliver engineering solutions that move people in a smarter way. We provide full-service planning, design and construction management services on everything from roadways and bridges to airports, stormwater infrastructure, and parks/recreation projects primarily for state and local agencies and municipalities.  

 

WHO YOU ARE

  • You studied civil engineering and earned a bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil engineering or a related field, an emphasis in water resources/environmental is preferred. You have at least 10 years of experience in water resources engineering, stormwater management design, management and business development. You’re also a licensed professional engineer with CFM and/or CPESC – highly preferred or able to obtain in the future. 
  • You’re experienced in the principles and practices of design and inspection related to stormwater systems, roadway design, construction, and public works projects. You have a strong technical background and expertise in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, design, and analysis. You also have a high level of analytical ability in order to identify, develop, and provide solutions to complex issues. 
  • You have a proven track record of delivering high-quality water resources projects on time and within budget. 
  • You’re proficient with hydrologic and hydraulic software. You’re knowledgeable with Microstation, Bentley Open Roads, and AutoCAD Civil 3D. 
  • You’re a people person. You have a positive attitude and enjoy developing relationships with staff and clients alike. You’re a strong communicator and have exceptional presentation skills and a proven ability to mentor and lead a team. 

 

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • You’ll be responsible for stormwater management functions including but not limited to drainage facility design, drainage planning studies, stormwater asset management, and data collection. 
  • You’ll manage a team of drainage professionals, recruit and train new employees. You’ll also monitor their productivity and professional development, and provide technical guidance to improve performance. 
  • You’ll be accountable for the success of your group. You’ll participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for the department. 
  • You’ll provide project oversight and monitor scope, schedule, and budget for drainage tasks. You’ll lead proposals and projects, and work with the marketing team to respond to large, complex proposals; you’ll also manage discipline budgets. 
  • You’ll manage the preparation of studies, reports, plans, specifications, and cost estimates for a wide variety of transportation projects. 
  • You’ll interface with clients including state and local agencies, and coordinate and conduct meetings with project stakeholders. 
  • You’ll share our passion for learning and growth. You will continue to learn and grow while also developing, sharing, and educating our staff in engineering best practices, knowledge, and tools. 
  • You’ll enjoy what you do. You’ll work with great people, continue to learn and grow, and have a good time doing it! 

 

SOME OF WHAT YOU’LL ENJOY

  • An excellent benefits package including 401K match and employee stock ownership, gym and transit subsidies, paid volunteer time off, parental leave, continuing education reimbursement and much more 
  • Flexible work scheduling in a fast-growing company 
  • A fun, inclusive, and collaborative environment 
  • Colleagues that appreciate differences in people, perspectives, cultures, and ideas 
  • The fruits of our employee-led committees focused on offering engaging social, wellness and community service activities all year long 

For more information about Primera please visit our website: PrimeraEng.com

 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Primera is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. Primera’s practices and employment decisions, including those regarding recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion and compensation, shall not be based on any person’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, ancestry, disability, physical handicap, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship status or other protected group as defined by law. 

Key Skills
Civil EngineeringWater ResourcesStormwater ManagementProject ManagementHydrologic ModelingHydraulic ModelingTechnical GuidanceTeam LeadershipClient RelationsBudget ManagementAnalytical SkillsMicrostationBentley Open RoadsAutoCAD Civil 3DMentoringCollaboration
Categories
EngineeringEnvironmental & SustainabilityManagement & LeadershipConstructionTransportation
Benefits
401K MatchEmployee Stock OwnershipGym SubsidiesTransit SubsidiesPaid Volunteer Time OffParental LeaveContinuing Education Reimbursement
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