Flood Management Evaluation Engineer/Project Manager - Engineer II, V/Project Manager II
$6.1k - $8.6k/mo
Junior, Mid, Senior
Bachelor's, Master's
Austin, TX, USA
In PersonMust meet agency in-office requirements. Travel up to 25% of the time, primarily within Texas.
Architecture & Civil EngineeringWater Resources Engineering
About the job
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- For the Engineer II–V classification series, hold a Texas Professional Engineer license and have one to four years of relevant experience as a licensed Professional Engineer, depending on classification.
- For the Project Manager III–IV-S classification series, hold a Professional Engineer license from another U.S. state, be willing and able to obtain a Texas Professional Engineer license within six months of hire, and have one to four years of relevant experience as a licensed Professional Engineer, depending on classification.
- For the Project Manager II–IV classification series, hold a Texas Engineer in Training certification, be able to obtain a Texas Professional Engineer license within 12 months of hire, and have two to six years of relevant engineering-related experience, depending on classification.
- Have previous relevant work experience in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the Flood Management Evaluation Department.
- Knowledge of public administration principles and practices.
- Knowledge of contracting processes, including scopes of work, budgets, Requests for Qualifications, proposal review, contract negotiation, contract and schedule monitoring, contractor management, and deliverable review.
- Knowledge of project and contract management methods, including measurement and monitoring tools and corrective measures.
- Knowledge of engineering principles, techniques, and procedures related to flood planning, and knowledge of flood project development.
- Skills in Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and Access, and in internet, email, word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software.
- Skills in comprehending technical material, implementation planning, using logic to assess options, and identifying complex problems and evaluating and implementing solutions.
- Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure within Texas and meet agency in-office requirements.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing, and provide prompt, accurate assistance to stakeholders.
- Ability to plan, design, and manage projects; use deductive, inductive, and mathematical reasoning; and interpret policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Ability to adhere to work schedules and leave procedures, submit accurate timesheets, complete assigned work accurately and on time, and perform with little or no supervision.
- Ability to cooperate with others in a team environment and supervisors, co-workers, and other stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, schedule work, maintain progress, meet deadlines, make objective decisions, and identify potential problems.
- Ability to adapt effectively to changes in the scope and nature of work and the work environment.
- Ability to work shifts that may exceed eight hours, including early mornings, nights, and weekends.
- Ability to stand, sit, and move as needed, including retrieving and replacing files and boxes weighing up to 30 pounds.
- Ability and willingness to travel 25% of the time, primarily within Texas.
- Ability to operate a state or personal vehicle for state business and maintain a driver's license and driving record that meet state and agency requirements.
- Ability to train others.
Responsibilities
- Assist in developing and managing professional services contracts, including scopes of work, budgets, Requests for Qualifications, proposal reviews, contract negotiations, contractor oversight, deliverable reviews, and payment approvals.
- Assist the Flood Management Evaluations Program Manager in developing program policies and processes and identifying risks and controls for managing and coordinating Flood Management Evaluations studies.
- Work with the TWDB Contract Department to procure Flood Management Evaluations contractors.
- Create and update documents and processes for administration and closeout of Flood Management Evaluations program contracts.
- Coordinate with Flood Management Evaluations communities and contractors to ensure TWDB requirements are met.
- Help develop and implement quality-control and monitoring efforts for contractor-performed studies and overall program implementation.
- Serve as liaison among TWDB agency programs, external agency contractors, regional flood planning groups, and local sponsors.
- Monitor contract and project schedules, contractor and staff work performance, budgets, and costs to identify potential issues or delays and ensure appropriate use of funds.
- Manage project and contract activities, recommend responses to delays and other issues, and document significant actions in project files.
- Review and evaluate engineering-related documents, identify deficiencies, and recommend options to ensure compliance with TWDB rules and regulations.
- Monitor project schedules, budgets, and invoice or released costs to identify potential issues or delays.
- Serve as project manager by monitoring schedules, budgets, and requirements, and reviewing eligibility and approving payment requests.
- Conduct on-site observations as needed to monitor construction progress on TWDB-funded projects for compliance with TWDB rules and specifications.
- Assist owners with problem resolution and ensure work is completed in accordance with approved contract documents.
- Advise on project and engineering matters and oversee related reviews conducted by other staff when needed.
- Coordinate with federal and state agencies regarding projects and programs as necessary.
- Provide information and assistance to TWDB staff and clients.
- Stay informed about and correctly apply changes to relevant laws, regulations, guidelines, policies, and instructions.
- Identify and participate in job-related training.
- Support essential functions for additional flood planning teams as assigned due to temporary staffing conditions.
- Assist staff and management in identifying process improvements and opportunities to streamline departmental or other work.
- Assist staff and the manager in reviewing and preparing procedures and guidelines and conducting training.
- Conduct outreach, including public speaking.
- Maintain current information about Flood Management Evaluations studies in the TWDB projects database.
- Direct, assign, and evaluate project staff work as needed.
- Participate in overseeing and reviewing Flood Protection Planning Grant studies and Regional Flood Plans and in developing the State Flood Plan and related activities as needed.
- Maintain confidential and sensitive information.
- Maintain team and individual electronic and hard-copy files and dispose of them according to agency records-retention procedures and schedules.
- Maintain required certifications and licenses and meet continuing-education requirements, including attending mandatory training courses.
- Operate a state or personal vehicle for business purposes as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
- A graduate degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
- Three years of progressively responsible professional experience managing projects, contracts, or programs.
- Experience developing and managing professional services contracts, including developing scopes of work and budgets and Requests for Qualifications, reviewing proposals, negotiating contracts, monitoring contractor progress and schedules, managing contractors, reviewing deliverables, and approving payments.
- Knowledge of and experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and flood-risk mapping.
- Experience planning, prioritizing, designing, and constructing flood-risk-reduction projects, including riverine, local, and coastal flood control projects.
- Experience and familiarity with the Texas regional flood planning process.
- Experience ensuring funds are used appropriately to identify flood risk, plan appropriate flood-risk-reduction projects, and ensure contractor work meets requirements and funding purposes.
- Experience with floodplain and flood-management regulations, federal and state programs, and permitting.
- Certified Floodplain Manager certification.
- Experience writing and producing technical reports.
About the company
The Texas Water Development Board manages the state's long-term water supply by coordinating regional planning and collecting environmental data. It provides low-interest loans and grants to local governments to fund infrastructure projects like reservoirs, treatment plants, and flood control systems. Unlike private consultants or local utilities, this agency operates as a central state authority that aligns local needs with a unified statewide strategy. Its goal is to ensure that all Texas communities have access to sufficient and clean water through sustainable resource management and financial support.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
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Headquarters
Austin, Texas
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- July 23, 2026, TWDB approved $1.184 billion for water, wastewater, and flood projects.
- June 29, 2026 statewide water awareness campaign expands public support for TWDB priorities.
- Provisional Senate Bill 3 flash-flood maps and 2027 plan keep TWDB politically essential.
What critics are saying
- September 2026 grants drew $6.9 billion for $1 billion, exposing chronic undercapitalization.
- LBB cut TWDB's 2026-27 staffing ask for 50 extra FTEs, straining execution.
- Texas Tribune reported $174 billion needed through 2076; underfunding turns TWDB into crisis manager.
What makes Texas Water Development Board unique
- TWDB controls Texas water planning and financing statewide, not just local projects.
- July 23, 2026 adoption of the 2027 State Water Plan centralizes long-range allocation decisions.
- TWDB combines water supply, wastewater, flood, and mapping authority under one agency.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Flexible Work Hours