Senior Drainage Design Manager

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We are seeking a Senior Drainage Design Manager to lead teams on fast-paced transportation projects with subject matter expertise in hydrology, hydraulics, and stormwater management. The successful candidate will produce high-quality drainage deliverables on projects and pursuits and guide teams to achieve HNTB’s 4 for 4 performance goals : delivering quality work on time, on budget, and to the client’s satisfaction on every project.

What You'll Do

• Responsible for development of the project scope and fee quotation and assists in the preparation of technical proposals and contracts in accordance with HNTB\'s Sophisticated Contracting Approach (SCA).
• Serve as the primary client liaison and manage the project team to deliver scope, schedule, and budgets to completion and client satisfaction. Lead client contract scoping and negotiations.
• Perform technical discipline tasks including analysis, reports, design, specification, and production for assigned projects.
• Implement the firm’s project delivery plan using HNTB\'s Sophisticated Delivery Approach (SDA). Lead development and execution of the project management plan. Supervise and mentor the team toward project objectives.
• Oversee project staffing, including recruitment, development, retention, succession planning, and performance reviews.
• Partner with Client Service Leaders and pursuit teams to assist with business development, client relationships, and pursuit efforts for mega and super mega projects. Prepare proposal and presentation materials; lead proposal development and presentations for strategic projects.
• May recruit, hire, develop, and retain staff and support staff reporting and compensation reviews.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need

What You'll Bring

What We Prefer

Additional Information

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Related notices : HNTB Total Rewards; Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran. The anticipated last day to apply is 01 / 01 / 2026. The job posting may be unposted earlier if filled or if no longer needed.

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