Job Description

Hydraulic Project Manager

Location : Charlotte, NC (newly expanded office space in South Charlotte area/Ballantyne Corporate Park!)

Salary : DOE + Benefits

About the Role

Wetherill Engineering, Inc. (WEI) is hiring a Hydraulic Project Manager to lead hydrology and hydraulic design for transportation projects. You’ll manage project scopes, conduct stormwater and drainage analysis, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee hydrology and hydraulic design for roadway drainage, stormwater systems, and erosion control.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analysis for transportation projects.
• Design stormwater management systems, bridge and culvert hydraulics, and outfall analysis.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and client coordination.
• Utilize MicroStation, GEOPAK Drainage, HEC-RAS, Open Roads Designer, and SUDA.
• Mentor junior engineers and conduct fieldwork verification.

What You Bring

• B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering (or related field).
• P.E. license (or ability to obtain within 6 months).
• 10+ years of hydraulic design experience, preferably on NCDOT projects.
• Proficiency in MicroStation, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Knowledge of NCDOT Guidelines, FHWA Hydraulic Design Manual, and erosion control.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Why WEI?

• Competitive salary + health, dental, vision, life, and retirement benefits.
• ESOP, SPSF, & HUB-certified firm.
• Ranked among Top MWBE Firms and Top 74 Southeast Engineering Firms (ENR).
• Collaborative work culture with professional growth opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer | No sponsorship available.

Apply on LinkedIn, at or email HFowler@wetherilleng.com .

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