Senior Project Manager / Engineer at Tkda

At TKDA, our Water Resources team works to develop and implement practical, cost-effective, and maintenance-friendly stormwater control measures. Designs are balanced to minimize costs while providing flood control, enhancing water quality, and protecting wetlands, lakes, and rivers.   We are a team of engineers, hydrologists, scientists, designers, and technicians who work on a variety of projects related to designing, modeling, and developing storm water drainage and management systems for DOT, county, and city projects in the upper Midwest, Class I railroad projects nationwide, and other private client projects nationwide.   In this role, you will drive innovative water resource projects as either a Project Manager or Lead Technical Design Engineer. Shape sustainable solutions for our clients' most pressing challenges, and lead with expertise to make a meaningful environmental impact. Whether you're seasoned in project management or task leadership, we welcome your skills to elevate our team.   Our employee-owned, multi-disciplined team thrives on collaboration and innovation, ensuring every project is optimized for sustainability, cost efficiency and risk mitigation. Join us to make a tangible difference in the communities we serve, while advancing your career in a supportive, hybrid work environment.   Hybrid Work Environment: Tuesday - Thursday In-Office | Monday & Friday WFH Responsibilities • Prepare design calculations and plans for a variety of design projects • Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary environment of team members • Oversee the entire lifecycle of projects from preliminary design through construction • Leverage your technical knowledge to coach, mentor, and develop less experienced engineering professionals (graduate engineers, technicians, and interns) • Apply effective written and verbal communication skills when preparing technical reports and specifications, participating in project team discussions, and interacting with clients and contractors Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in civil (or similar) engineering with an emphasis on storm water, hydraulic design, and/or infrastructure design • Professional Engineer in the State of MN • Experience working on MNDOT projects • Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience with water resources projects • Working knowledge with CADD platforms (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and MicroStation Open Roads Designer) • Working knowledge of ArcMap, SWMM, HydroCAD, and/or HEC-RAS • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, and Outlook) • Possession of a valid driver’s license with a driving record that meets company requirements Preferred Qualifications • Previous experience leading the preparation of water resources related permits for projects (USCG Section 10; USACE Section 404/408; State level NPDES/SWPPP and wetlands; Local level floodplain, watershed district, irrigation district, etc.) • Previous project management experience or related responsibilities including: managing project scopes, schedules, and budgets • Previous experience collaborating with or leading a multi-disciplined project team • Previous experience assisting with market development activities to secure new contract opportunities including preparation of proposals and fee estimates • Prior experience or aspiration to establish, cultivate, and enhance relations with existing and prospective clients and stakeholders Join Our 100% Employee-Owned Firm At our company, every employee is an owner. From the front desk to the corner office, every one of our 430+ professionals thrive on collaboration and holistic development. Our success is collective, and so are the rewards. Comprehensive Benefits Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA-eligible plan 401(k) Match: Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals ESOP: Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year Upon receiving a formal offer, you will get a personalized Total Compensation Overview (TCO) to see how everything adds up and what it looks like to be part of our community. *Pre-Employment Screening* Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history. *Notice to Recruiters and Placement Agencies* TKDA will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or placement agencies unless a service agreement is in place. In the event TKDA receives an unsolicited resume without a service agreement in place, TKDA will not be obligated to pay a service fee of any amount nor will TKDA be held liable to terms or conditions under any agreement of any kind that has not been authorized in writing by a TKDA officer.