Job Description

Stormwater / Water Resources Practice Lead

Kansas City, MO

A growing, multi-discipline engineering firm is seeking an experienced Stormwater / Water Resources Practice Lead to join its Kansas/Missouri Water Team. This senior, client-facing role combines technical leadership, people management, and business development, with responsibility for growing and leading a municipal stormwater practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and grow municipal and urban stormwater programs, including master planning, drainage design, and green stormwater infrastructure (GSI).
• Manage and mentor Project Managers and technical staff, providing day-to-day technical and project oversight.
• Develop and maintain client relationships; identify new market opportunities and pursue work.
• Lead proposal development and participate in project interviews.
• Oversee project delivery, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule compliance.
• Coordinate internal teams, consultants, and external stakeholders.
• Perform and review stormwater modeling and design using industry-standard tools.
• Track project performance, workloads, and staffing needs.
• Maintain awareness of stormwater regulations, MS4 compliance, and industry best practices.
• Represent the firm through professional organizations and community engagement.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil or Environmental Engineering (ABET-accredited).
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) required.
• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive stormwater and civil engineering experience, including project management.
• Strong municipal stormwater background.
• Expertise in stormwater modeling (e.g., SWMM, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS 1D/2D, Stormwise/ICPR, Autodesk SSA).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Proven ability to win, manage, and deliver work.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Company & Benefits

• Multi-discipline engineering firm serving public-sector clients across the Midwest.
• Leadership role with opportunity to shape and grow a regional stormwater practice.
• Supportive, employee-focused culture with emphasis on mentorship and professional development.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive be

Salary Range: $190K-$220K

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