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Mannik Smith Group

Senior Hydrology and Hydraulics Manager, P.E.

Mannik Smith Group, Glen Allen, Virginia, United States, 23060

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Senior Hydrology and Hydraulics Manager, P.E. Department:

Transportation

Employment Type:

Full Time

Location:

Glen Allen, Virginia

Description Rinker Design Associates, LLC (RDA) is seeking a highly experienced

Professional Engineer (P.E.)

to serve as the technical lead for

hydrology and hydraulics (H&H)

design and review efforts on transportation infrastructure projects throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia. The ideal candidate will demonstrate advanced technical proficiency in roadway and bridge drainage design, stormwater management, floodplain analysis, and hydraulic modeling. This position requires substantial experience delivering projects in accordance with

VDOT ,

Virginia DEQ ,

FEMA

and

AASHTO

requirements, as well as the ability to coordinate effectively with state and local agencies.

What You'll Do:

Lead and manage hydrologic and hydraulic design

for a wide range of transportation projects, including roadway corridors, bridge replacements, culvert designs, stream crossings, and interchange improvements.

Prepare, review, and seal

detailed drainage design packages, including storm sewer systems, ditches, channels, cross‑drainage, stormwater BMPs, and erosion and sediment control plans.

Ensure all designs comply with relevant standards and guidance, including the

VDOT Drainage Manual ,

VDOT Road & Bridge Standards ,

Virginia Stormwater Management Regulations ,

AASHTO Green Book , and applicable

FEMA NFIP

requirements.

Provide

technical leadership, mentoring and quality assurance

for junior and mid‑level engineers by reviewing calculations, design approaches, reports and plan sets.

Coordinate closely with

VDOT district staff, local governments, environmental agencies and multidisciplinary design teams

to support project development from scoping through final design and construction.

Participate in public meetings, stakeholder coordination sessions and technical presentations as needed.

Support proposal development by preparing technical scopes, level‑of‑effort estimates and project schedules related to H&H tasks.

What You'll Need:

Active Virginia Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

required.

Minimum

8–10 years of progressive experience

in hydrology and hydraulics design for transportation or civil infrastructure projects.

Demonstrated experience working on

VDOT roadway and bridge design projects , including familiarity with VDOT processes, plan development requirements and digital delivery standards.

Proficiency with industry software tools, including: HEC‑RAS (1D & 2D)

HEC‑HMS

SWMM / InfoSWMM

MicroStation / OpenRoads Designer

GIS (ArcGIS)

and other drainage design tools

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to internal teams, clients and regulatory agencies.

Proven ability to lead engineering teams, manage multiple concurrent deadlines and maintain high standards of technical accuracy and quality.

Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401K retirement plan; Roth contributions

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life, AD&D, short‑term and long‑term disability

Paid time off, including 8 federal holidays + 1 floating holiday

Parental leave

Professional/career development tracks

Positive work/life balance.

RDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug‑free workplace.

Applicants that require an employment visa sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered.

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