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VHB

Stormwater – Water Quality Specialist

VHB, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298

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Darren Bickford -VHB Best Managed Company Senior Talent Acquisition Partner @ VHB | 2025 Best Managed Company! Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB’s Watertown, MA team is looking for a water resources professional to join its dynamic team of scientists and engineers and support our growing water quality and stormwater regulatory compliance and asset management work. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of experience in water resources, including knowledge of water quality regulations, and proficiency in GIS and data management. You will be part of a dynamic team that takes pride in their work and continuously strives to utilize the latest technologies to better serve our clients. If you are passionate about water resources and eager to work in a collaborative and innovative environment, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

Provide support for stormwater regulatory compliance programs for state and local government and private clients

Develop data management tools in ArcGIS, including ArcGIS Online

Create and maintain stormwater asset geodatabases and web services in both Enterprise GIS and ArcGIS Online environments

Perform moderately complex analysis of spatial data using GIS technology (e.g., buffering, spatial overlays, distance calculations)

Diagnose and troubleshoot GIS software across the entire GIS software stack

Perform field investigations including, but not limited to, stormwater system inspections, construction site inspections, stormwater system mapping, and water quality sampling

Collect, analyze, and interpret data to support water quality studies and plans

Develop innovative, data-driven approaches for internal and client workflows, with a focus on utilizing ArcGIS

Task management, including delegation and review of others’ work, or independently manage projects

Prepare technical reports, graphics, and guidance documents

Support the development of federal, state, and local permit applications

Support stormwater program funding approaches, including preparing grant applications and developing stormwater enterprise funds

Skills And Knowledge

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Highly motivated

Ability to solve problems and think creatively

Detail-oriented and highly organized

Team oriented with ability to perform multiple tasks independently in a timely manner and collaborate effectively and positively with coworkers

Experience leading tasks and delegating work to other team members

Familiarity with environmental regulations, including the Clean Water Act, Massachusetts MS4 Permit, and Massachusetts Wetland Protection Act

Proficiency with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and geospatial relational database development

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Intermediate skill in applying GIS technology to solve difficult analytical problems

Working knowledge of relational database management systems and the ability to use ArcGIS Arcade and the SQL language

Ability to understand and automate repeated tasks using Python on moderately complex projects

Ability to use data transformation software to import and export data for use by the team on moderately complex projects

Data visualization and graphic design skills a plus

Familiarity with hydrologic processes, water quality treatment mechanisms, and drainage system design concepts a plus

Ability to travel in region, if required

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in civil/environmental engineering, environmental science, GIS, regional/urban planning or related discipline

3-5 years of professional experience in environmental consulting, water resources, or GIS field; master’s degree may be considered as substitution for years of professional experience

Experience with project management a plus

Our best estimate of the salary range for this position located in Watertown, MA is $75,000 to $95,000. The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors such as individual qualifications, education, and experience.

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience , which includes:

Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation

Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects

Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards

Focus on learning, development, and career growth

Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us!

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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