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PUBLIC WORKS FLOOD CONTROL PROJECT MANAGER

Neodym TechnologiesPhoenix, AZ🇺🇸United StatesPosted 21 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This Public Works Flood Control Project Manager role offers a competitive salary of $130,000 and the chance to make a tangible impact on community resilience. You'll thrive here if you are a driven project management professional eager to develop your expertise in critical infrastructure and contribute to an essential public service. Apply today to lead impactful flood control initiatives in Phoenix!

Quick Overview

Salary
$130k/yr
Work Type
On Site
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

ROLE : PUBLIC WORKS FLOOD CONTROL PROJECT MANAGER

Location: Phoenix, Arizona (Onsite)

Compensation: Up to $130,000 DOE

Licensure: Arizona PE required | CFM required or ability to obtain within 6 months

 

Position Overview:

This leadership role focuses on public works and flood control projects involving hydrology and hydraulics, FEMA studies, drainage master planning, and surface water systems. The Project Manager will lead technical execution, client development, and team oversight.

 

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead water resources and flood control projects from concept through completion

- Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and analysis

- Oversee FEMA studies, floodplain mapping, and ADMS/P projects

- Review 1D and 2D hydraulic models and engineering calculations

- Supervise preparation of design reports and construction documents

- Develop scopes of work and prepare cost proposals

- Negotiate contracts and manage project budgets and schedules

- Participate in business development and client marketing efforts

- Mentor and develop engineering staff

- Apply FLO-2D and other modeling tools to project execution

 

Required Qualifications:

- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering required

- Arizona Professional Engineer license required

- Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) or ability to obtain within 6 months

- Experience in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling

- Experience with FEMA studies and floodplain mapping

- Knowledge of FLO-2D software

- Strong leadership and client communication skills

 

Benefits:

- Pathway to ownership

- Competitive pay

- Generous PTO plan

- Health, Dental, and Vision coverage

- 401(k) with employer match

- LTD, STD, and Life Insurance

- In-house training programs

- Employee appreciation events

- Community involvement opportunities

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