Project Manager, Water Resources

Job Title: Project Manager, Water Resources

City/State: Raleigh, NC or Charlotte, NC

Position Type: Mid-Level

Area of Expertise: Hydrology/Hydrogeology

Company/Employer: McCormick Taylor

Where to Apply: https://mccormicktaylor.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/139

Position Open Until: 11/20/2026

Project Manager, Water Resources

McCormick Taylor is seeking an experienced Water Resources Project Manager to lead and manage water resources and environmental projects for NCDOT and municipal clients. This role is responsible for overseeing project delivery, performing and reviewing hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) analyses, managing roadway drainage, bridge hydraulics, stormwater, erosion and sediment control, water quality, and environmental permitting projects while ensuring quality, schedule, and budget objectives are met. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, mentor junior staff, serve as a primary client contact, and support business development through proposal preparation and client relationship management. The position requires the ability to manage multiple projects in a collaborative hybrid work environment while maintaining strong communication and organizational skills.

Position Summary:

McCormick Taylor has an immediate opening for a Water Resources Project Manager to join our growing Water Resources Department. We are looking for a dynamic professional capable of successfully managing water resources and environmental projects, encompassing services such as: NCDOT roadway drainage and bridge hydraulics design, watershed management, community and climate resilience, floodplain management, environmental permitting, compliance, stormwater management, and MS4 support. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative team environment. We are seeking an individual who can handle multiple projects, meet deadlines and work well in a hybrid remote office environment. Strong written, interpersonal and oral communication skills, attention to detail and ability to organize is required. 

Responsibilities: 

• Provide leadership and oversight of design projects and tasks for DOT and several municipalities
• Perform hydrologic/hydraulic design tasks, develop and refine H/H models independently, and provide guidance to junior staff
• Manage bridge hydraulics, SWM, storm drain, sediment control and water quality design projects, including plans, permits, report content and specs/cost estimates with minimal supervision
• Perform field assessments and construction oversight independently
• Deliver quality projects in accordance with accepted schedule and budget
• Manage and mentor project staff
• Serve as primary point of contact for existing client relationships
• Assist with marketing activities including client/teaming research, proposal writing and preparation

Job Requirements & Qualifications: 

• 10+ years of professional experience
• BS degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineer, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
• Licensed Professional Engineer in North Carolina
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 Suite
• Proficient in Microstation/OpenRoads, InRoads/ GEOPAK
• Proficient in H&H Analysis Program including at least 5 of the following: TR-20, HY-8, Flowmaster, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, Flow2D, SWMM, PondPack, SRH-2D, SMS
• Experience with NCDOT, as well as other local municipalities
• Project management experience
• Strong interpersonal skills, capable of successfully mentoring and managing others
• Strong communications and technical writing skills

We value your interest in our organization! At McCormick Taylor, our people are our greatest asset. If you join us, we hope for the opportunity to grow and succeed together. We offer an unparalleled, comprehensive benefits package—including no-deductible medical plans, free vision and dental plans, programs to enhance work-life balance, and flexible and hybrid work schedules.

McCormick Taylor is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strongly supports and celebrates the unique backgrounds of all of our employees and our applicants. Our commitment to inclusion spans age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, religion, and physical and mental ability. Our focus is on building a culture that promotes, supports, and values the diverse backgrounds and voices of our employees so that everyone feels welcome and can succeed. We strive to build a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve.