Senior Hydrology and Hydraulics Manager, P.E.

Description

Rinker Design Associates, LLC (RDA) is  seeking a highly experienced Professional Engineer (P.E.) to serve as the technical lead for hydrology and hydraulics (H&H) design and review efforts on transportation infrastructure projects throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia. The ideal candidate will demonstrate advanced technical proficiency in roadway and bridge drainage design, stormwater management, floodplain analysis, and hydraulic modeling. This position requires substantial experience delivering projects in accordance with VDOT , Virginia DEQ , FEMA , and AASHTO requirements, as well as the ability to coordinate effectively with state and local agencies.

What You'll Do :

Lead and manage hydrologic and hydraulic design for a wide range of transportation projects, including roadway corridors, bridge replacements, culvert designs, stream crossings, and interchange improvements.

Prepare, review, and seal detailed drainage design packages, including storm sewer systems, ditches, channels, cross-drainage, stormwater BMPs, and erosion and sediment control plans.

• Ensure all designs comply with relevant standards and guidance, including the VDOT Drainage Manual , VDOT Road & Bridge Standards , Virginia Stormwater Management Regulations , AASHTO Green Book , and applicable FEMA NFIP requirements.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and quality assurance for junior and mid-level engineers by reviewing calculations, design approaches, reports, and plan sets.
• Coordinate closely with VDOT district staff, local governments, environmental agencies, and multidisciplinary design teams to support project development from scoping through final design and construction.
• Participate in public meetings, stakeholder coordination sessions, and technical presentations as needed.
• Support proposal development by preparing technical scopes, level-of-effort estimates, and project schedules related to H&H tasks.

What You'll Need :

Active Virginia Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.

Proficiency with industry software tools, including :

GIS (ArcGIS) and other drainage design tools

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes :

RDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applicants that require an employment visa sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered.

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