Water Resources Engineer - Project Manager

Imagine being an employee-owner of a company guided by engaged and empowered team members like yourself. Where a culture of respect, flexibility, and accountability aren't just ideals - they're our foundation, and diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued as drivers of innovation and growth. Join us, as together, we are Building a Better World for All of Us®.

You belong at SEH

We are currently searching for a talented Professional Water Resources Engineer to join and grow with our Water Resources team!

A career with SEH in Water Resources means you’re a part of creating a more climate resilient planet by designing and implementing future-friendly water systems. From innovative water quality improvements to master drainage systems, to large-scale hydraulic structures and urban watercourse rehabilitation, we create the best way for water to flow. Be part of an award-winning team who creates and delivers strategic solutions that get surface water where it needs to be.

Why our employee-owners love SEH:

• "I was on vacation last week and had zero concerns that my colleagues would help out with anything that came into my inbox!" – GIS Analyst
• "What company has a CEO who cares enough to seek out one-on-one conversations ranging from 'How are you?' to 'What do you think would help the company?' SEH, that's who. " – Civil Engineering Technician
• "Having the feeling that my voice matters and believing that SEH truly cares about the employees is so satisfying!" – Sr Financial Analyst
• "It feels good having colleagues and supervisors that provide support and resources for growth and learning!" – Civil Engineer
• "This is the first company I've worked for with a true entrepreneurial spirit." – Sr Mechanical Engineer

Why you’ll love SEH:

• Collaborate on amazing projects of varying size and complexity that positively impact communities
• Being 100% employee-owned means we all share in the company’s success
• Career development through continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical training
• Work arrangements that promote work/life balance
• Flexible holidays enable individuals to tailor their festivities
• Paid Family Leave provides time to care for loved ones, whether family by birth or family by choice

This Opportunity:

• Project management
• Leading the preparation of water resource related plans and specifications
• Interfacing with clients
• Marketing SEH services
• Mentoring engineering staff

Essential Qualifications:

• Licensed Professional Engineer or ability to receive licensure within 6 months.
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Strong experience in water resources and/or civil engineering.
• Must be skilled in project management including managing budgets, personnel and project schedules.
• Previous experience with development of construction plans, specifications and bidding documents.
• Previous experience and working knowledge of cad software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, Openroads, or GIS. Plan production of grading plans, erosion and sediment control plans, water resources related plans and profiles and details.
• Previous experience in proposal and client management; Proven history in leading and winning proposals.
• Capable of scoping, budgeting, coordinating sub-consultants; and successfully leading a multi-disciplined design team.
• Representing SEH with agencies at project and public meetings
• Determining major project design decisions in conjunction with client
• Ability to travel as needed for team meetings, client consultations, on-site inspections/visits, etc.; Occasional overnight travel will be required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10 years of previous experience in water resources and/or civil engineering.
• Previous project experience in the areas of hydrologic and hydraulic analysis and design, open channel hydraulic design, green infrastructure, storm sewer systems and multi-disciplinary drainage projects.
• Previous experience with software programs such as HEC-RAS, SWMM programs, and stormwater conveyance software.
• Established relationships with clients or potential clients.
• Reside in or around, Sioux Falls, SD, Des Moines, IA, St. Paul, MN, or Omaha, NE

Who We Are

Better Places. Clean Water. Renewing Infrastructure. Improving Mobility. SEH is an employee-owned engineering, architectural, planning, and environmental company, offering a wide variety of services. We've been helping government, industrial, and commercial clients find solutions to complex challenges since 1927. Our 900+ employee-owners across the US unite behind our core purpose of Building a Better World for All of Us®.

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $110,000 and $130,000 based on skill set and experience. Check out our full benefits package at, SEH Hiring Journey

The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

SEH is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We take affirmative action to ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: SEH does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by SEH’s Talent Director, SEH reserves the right to pursue and hire these candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.

#LI-KS1