Water Resources Project Manager

Overview

As a Water Resource Engineer for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in our Knoxville, TN office, you’ll work collaboratively within an employee-owned firm while supporting projects of varying complexity from concept through construction. You’ll contribute to analysis, design, plan and specification development, permitting, bidding, and construction engineering for projects involving stormwater and watershed management, floodplain and NFIP services, flood mitigation, stream restoration and mitigation, dam safety, waterways development, bridge and culvert design, water resources permitting, and MS4 services. You’ll interact with clients, contractors, regulators, and local government officials, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and, as your career progresses, serve as a technical resource and mentor supporting knowledge sharing and professional growth.

At CEC, every team member is personally invested in serving our clients with integrity, delivering results that matter, and growing meaningful careers. As employee-owners, we’re accountable not just for our work, but for creating an environment that supports and challenges one another. Our people are our priority — and that’s what drives us to dig deeper, collaborate smarter, and build lasting relationships inside and outside of our company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform advanced engineering design for complex water resources projects.
• Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, including model development and simulations.
• Develop and review plans, specifications, cost estimates, calculations, reports, and permit applications.
• Perform quality assurance/quality control reviews to ensure technical accuracy and compliance.
• Provide mentoring, training, and technical oversight for staff.
• Manage water resources–related projects and tasks and pursue client management and business development opportunities.

Our Knoxville office, located in the heart of East Tennessee, is home to a dynamic and collaborative team of professionals. Nestled near the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Knoxville offers a unique blend of natural beauty, vibrant culture, and a strong sense of community. The city boasts excellent schools and a thriving downtown with restaurants, entertainment, and outdoor spaces. Whether you're exploring the nearby national park, enjoying a University of Tennessee game, or connecting with a supportive professional network, Knoxville is a great place to live, work, and grow.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil, Water Resources, Biosystems Engineering, or a related field
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure in Tennessee, or eligible to obtain
• 5+ years of water resources engineering experience

Preferred Capabilities

• Solve complex engineering problems using professional judgment, creativity, and innovation
• Work effectively in a team environment and contribute to critical and creative thinking
• Manage projects, schedules, and organizational tasks efficiently
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

About Us

We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.

We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community – focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite – focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA – focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women – focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience!

We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you – that is our goal. CEC offers you a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.

THIRD PARTY RECRUITERS

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