Hydraulic Design Project Manager
Role: Hydraulic Project Manager
Location: Raleigh or Charlotte, NC
Salary: $100,000 – $150,000 (Negotiable, DOE) + Benefits
Duration: Permanent
A well-established and growing civil engineering firm is seeking a Hydraulic Project Manager to join their Raleigh or Charlotte, NC office. This is a great opportunity for either an experienced project manager or a mid-level hydraulic engineer ready to step into a leadership role and drive transportation infrastructure projects forward.
In this role, you’ll oversee hydraulic and drainage design for a variety of transportation-focused projects—from stormwater systems and erosion control to bridge and culvert hydraulics. You’ll also have the chance to mentor junior engineers, interface directly with clients, and shape solutions that improve roadway performance and resilience.
What You’ll Do:
Lead or support design and project coordination for transportation-related hydraulic systems
Perform hydrology and stormwater analysis for roadway, culvert, and pond design
Contribute to project planning, permitting, and client communication
Assist in proposal development, scheduling, and managing scope and budgets
Provide occasional fieldwork to verify existing conditions
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on state and municipal infrastructure projects
What We’re Looking For:
B.S. in Civil Engineering (M.S. a plus)
P.E. license (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
10+ years of relevant hydraulic design experience, ideally with NCDOT or DOT clients
Proficiency in MicroStation, GEOPAK Drainage, HEC-RAS, and stormwater modeling tools
Familiarity with NCDOT and FHWA design standards
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to lead projects and manage multiple priorities independently
Bonus Skills:
Experience with OpenRoads Designer and SUDA
NCDOT Level III Certification
Previous client-facing or team leadership experience
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a respected and forward-thinking team with a strong reputation in transportation infrastructure. This full-time position offers competitive pay, full benefits (health, dental, vision, life), retirement plan, and generous PTO. If you’re ready to take ownership of meaningful projects and grow your leadership impact, we want to hear from you.
FootBridge is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We make employment decisions based on qualifications and business needs, without discrimination on any basis, and we welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
