Senior Technical Manager

Company: Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc
Location: Austin
Posted on: April 1, 2025

Job Description:

OverviewLockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) is a full-service consulting firm offering planning, engineering, and program management services. Founded in 1935, LAN has grown from its humble beginnings as a small Houston firm to a national leader in the heavy civil infrastructure engineering industry."Our purpose is to continuously improve the quality of life in the communities we serve."ResponsibilitiesWe seek a highly motivated and experienced Senior Technical Manager to join our dynamic stormwater team at Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam. As a Senior Technical Manager in our stormwater team, you will play a pivotal role in guiding technical excellence, project management, and training while contributing to the success of our stormwater initiatives. This dynamic position offers a unique opportunity for a skilled professional passionate about technical work, project leadership, and mentoring.

• Conduct drainage evaluations and stormwater management studies.
• Lead construction plan preparation for flood risk reduction and channel improvement projects.
• Use engineering software and tools for design and documentation.
• Visit construction sites to monitor progress and perform contract duties.
• Provide technical leadership and oversight, ensuring high-quality stormwater design and production.
• Plan project timelines, track progress, and manage milestones effectively.
• Proactively manage changes in project scope and devise contingency plans.
• Define project success criteria and communicate them clearly to stakeholders.
• Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management.
• Simultaneously manage multiple projects and clients.
• Identify and manage clients to grow the business.
• Establish and maintain client relations.
• Attend client meetings and assist with marketing efforts.
• Communicate effectively with team members, office staff, and clients.
• Foster trust and unity within the project team.Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
  • Texas Professional Engineer (PE) license.
  • Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM).
  • Proficiency in engineering software and tools (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Open Roads, Stormwater Modeling, and GIS).
  • Proven experience in stormwater management and infrastructure projects.
  • Strong technical knowledge of stormwater design principles and best practices.
  • Understanding of relevant regulations, standards, and permitting processes.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
  • Municipal stormwater experience in Texas.
  • Familiarity with TxDOT drainage preferred.
  • Experience working independently and in a collaborative team environment.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Familiarity with drainage systems, floodplain management, TxDOT, and City drainage criteria.
  • Knowledge of ArcGIS, hydrologic modeling (e.g., HEC-HMS), and hydraulic modeling (e.g., HEC-RAS, Infoworks ICM).
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