Water Resources Engineer

GKY, a part of True Environmental and its partner firms, have united their strengths to establish the nation's premier environmental and engineering services consulting firm. This powerhouse organization offers an extensive range of services aimed at revolutionizing the built environment and preserving the natural one. Our diverse expertise encompasses environmental remediation, urban planning, engineering iconic coastal and marine structures, developing sustainable energy sources, and pioneering resource extraction methods. With a workforce of over 600 dedicated professionals, including environmental experts, engineers, technicians, scientists, planners, surveyors, and construction management professionals, this dynamic organization operates in more than 25 offices across the U.S. Explore further at GKY.com and True-Environmental.com to discover the full scope of our capabilities.

We are seeking a highly motivated, early to mid-career Water Resources Engineer with 3-5 years of experience to join our team. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to take on more significant responsibilities, contributing to and managing key aspects of water resources projects that will often involve complex hydrologic and hydraulics modeling. You'll play a crucial role in delivering solutions for our municipal, state, federal, and industrial clients throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.

If you are a highly motivated individual, this is an opportunity to grow professionally and go as far as your ambition, dedication, and work ethic will take you.

What you'll do

• Conduct advanced hydrologic and hydraulic modeling: Utilize software such as SWMM (2D SWMM experience is a plus), HEC-RAS, and HEC-HMS to analyze complex watershed systems.
• Perform and manage engineering duties for water resources projects, balancing hands-on technical work with project coordination.
• Contribute to project planning and execution: Assist in developing project scopes, schedules, and budgets.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and designs: Develop detailed engineering documents, technical memoranda, studies, plans, and specifications.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior staff, fostering their development.
• Engage with clients: Participate in meetings and support the maintenance of strong client relationships.
• Assist in proposal development: Contribute to the technical scope and effort estimates for new project opportunities.
• Utilize ArcGIS for advanced mapping, spatial analysis, and data management.
• Support compliance efforts related to FEMA floodplain management and Virginia Dam Safety requirements.

Minimum Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, with significant coursework in water resources (including hydrology and hydraulics).
• 3+ years of professional experience in performing and managing water resources projects.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification desired; progress towards Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in VA is highly preferred.
• Proficiency with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software, including SWMM (2D SWMM experience strongly preferred), HEC-RAS, and HEC-HMS.
• 3+ years experience with mapping and data analysis using ArcGIS.
• Must have a valid driver's license, ability to pass a DMV record check, and be insurable

Preferred Experience

• Exposure to Virginia Dam Safety requirements and/or O&M certification concepts is a plus.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills for reports, presentations, and client interactions.
• Demonstrated dependability, responsibility, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Experience working with or supporting municipal clients is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with FEMA floodplain management guidelines and processes.