Central Texas Stormwater Lead-Municipal Urban Drainage at Lochner

Austin, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Stormwater Management, Project Management, Team Leadership, Business Development, Hydrologic Modeling, Hydraulic Modeling, Client Relations, Technical Excellence, Flood Mitigation, Drainage Master Planning, Channel Restoration, Communication Skills, Collaboration, Mentoring, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Job Details Job Location: Austin, TX 78746 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Job Category: Water / Stormwater About Lochner Founded in 1944, Lochner is a trusted infrastructure services provider for aviation, surface transportation and water clients who need high-quality, forward-looking solutions to complex challenges. Our vision is to become a Top 100 leader in the A/E industry, centered on an agile, engaged, and empowered workforce coming together to embrace the art of the possible and make a lasting difference in our world. Are you ready to join us on this journey? As a people-centric company, Lochner’s purpose is to empower our team to put their knowledge to work, enhancing communities across the US. To achieve this, we hire candidates of all experiences and skillsets because amazing things happen when people with diverse backgrounds come together to solve problems. We believe collaboration is more than a buzz word — it is a guiding principle in which every point of view is valued and heard and is the driving force in delivering our best work. At all levels of the organization, we foster an entrepreneurial spirit and culture of autonomy to advance our strategic vision and continually seek our next success story. Lochner – learn more about us We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Central Texas Stormwater Lead to join our growing Stormwater Practice. This is a distinctive leadership opportunity to manage and expand KFA’s technical capabilities while contributing to high-profile and impactful stormwater and drainage projects throughout Central Texas. In this role, you will: Lead and Grow the Team: Manage and mentor a talented group of stormwater professionals in Central Texas, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team culture. Shape Regional Strategy: Collaborate with leadership to craft and execute a long-term strategy for the growth and development of KFA’s Stormwater Practice in Central Texas. Deliver Complex Projects: Lead the design and delivery of high-impact municipal stormwater projects, including drainage master planning, flood mitigation studies, storm drainage improvements, and channel restoration initiatives. Drive Business Development: Cultivate client partnerships, direct project pursuits, and guide proposals, contracts, and presentations. Promote Technical Excellence: Apply advanced expertise in H&H modeling tools (e.g., HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, InfoWorks ICM) to ensure innovative project delivery that meets client needs. Requirements: Texas PE license and a bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil or environmental engineering. Minimum 10 years of experience delivering municipal stormwater projects, with at least 3 years of experience in a leadership or project management role. Proven success working with Central Texas municipalities, especially the City of Austin. Proficiency with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling tools, such as HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, and Civil 3D or MicroStation. Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration with clients and teams. Preferred Qualifications: Experience managing City of Austin Watershed Protection Department (WPD) projects. Expertise in FEMA floodplain modeling, floodplain mapping, and TCEQ water quality design. Experience with advanced modeling software (XPSWMM, InfoWorks ICM, HEC-RAS 2D). Background in channel design and stream bank stabilization. Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) designation is a strong plus. Commitment Joining Lochner means gaining access to a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health and financial well-being throughout your career. Lochner provides an extensive total rewards package that includes: Competitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program Company Paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave), and Life Insurance Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Expenses and/or Dependent Care Paid Family Leave Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible) Wellness Program for Physical and Mental Health Lochner Cares Non-Profit 501c3 Education and Training Assistance Employee Assistance Program Employee Discounts Paid Time Off for Charitable Acts of Service What we offer – Learn more Work Environment The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Physical Requirements The physical requirements must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, stoop, crawl, and lifting. The employee must frequently lift and/or move light equipment up to 20 pounds. Must be alert to equipment in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights. Equal Employer Lochner is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Lochner provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. All positions at Lochner require an applicant who has accepted an employment offer to undergo pre-employment screening. Background checks include SSN/SIN validation, motor vehicle verification, education verification, employment verification, a criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, and drug test. All employment offers are contingent upon successful results of the pre-employment screening. California Privacy Policy Privacy Policy

Responsibilities

The Central Texas Stormwater Lead will manage and mentor a team of stormwater professionals while delivering complex municipal stormwater projects. This role also involves shaping regional strategy and driving business development efforts.