Stormwater Client Service Manager/ Project Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 28, 2026.
Overview
Carollo Engineers is a leading engineering firm dedicated exclusively to water. For over 90 years, we've specialized in the planning, design, and construction of water, wastewater, stormwater, and reuse facilities, bringing innovative and sustainable solutions to the water sector's most complex challenges.
We work with water agencies, municipalities, utilities, research organizations, and private companies across various industries, including technology, manufacturing, and beyond. These clients choose Carollo because we employ some of the most knowledgeable and experienced professionals in the world. When you join our team, you'll work alongside industry leaders who are advancing the science of water, protecting public health, and building resilient communities.
Carollo's vision is to be the best water consulting firm and the best place for you to build your career. If you're passionate about making a difference in this critical field, we invite you to explore a career with Carollo.
Responsibilities
- Expand Carollo’s presence in the local stormwater market via targeted business development strategies, including growing specific client relationships and participating in select professional society activities.
- Collaborate with Stormwater Leads to develop/implement strategy for continued stormwater growth and innovation across the company.
- Develop a stormwater project delivery team in North Carolina.
- Manage planning and detailed design projects, including management of contract document production (i.e., plan sets and specifications), stormwater analysis, report writing, and other activities needed to support the planning, design, and construction services for stormwater systems. Project may include pipe drainage systems, open channels, pump stations, storage and treatment facilities, multi-benefit facilities, and green infrastructure.
- Collaborate with other engineering disciplines, designers, and scientists, among others, who support specific assignments.
- Some travel within North Carolina is expected. Travel outside of North Carolina may also be needed to support strategic national efforts.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Environmental, or Agricultural Engineering or other appropriate engineering majors
- 10+ years of experience relating to stormwater and water resources projects
- Professional Engineering License in North Carolina or the ability to get one within 6 months
- Minimum 5 years of experience managing teams to deliver planning and design solutions for stormwater management challenges.
- Minimum 5 years of experience with client service and business development efforts, including project positioning, proposal preparation, interviews, and technical presentations
- Ability to present to groups and communicate effectively with clients and project team
- Experience leading the development of federal, state, and local permit applications and compliance reports
- Experience developing design documentation and bid packages.
- Experience supervising work of, training, and mentoring project staff.
- Experience with preparation of engineering and construction cost estimates.
- Knowledge and experience designing green infrastructure and nature-based solutions
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong team building skills
- Familiarity with standard stormwater analysis tools, including Hydra CAD, HEC-RAS (1D/2D), HEC-HMS, SWMM (EPA,XP,PC), ArcGIS, and Civil 3D (SSA).
- Proficiency in the preparation of technical reports, graphics, and guidance documents
- Proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
Preferred Qualifications
- Master of Science degree in Civil, Environmental, or Agricultural Engineering or other appropriate engineering major
- Familiarity with FEMA floodplain regulations and submittal of Letters of Map Revision (LOMR) and Conditional Letters of Map Revision (CLOMR)
- Familiarity with advanced stormwater analysis:
- Familiarity with Benefit Cost Analysis (USACE, FEMA)
Compensation Range
An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.
Other Compensation and Benefits
Carollo is committed to providing employees with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that provides the support employees and their families need to lead healthy, productive lives. Carollo’s benefits package includes paid time off and holidays, comprehensive health insurance coverage, pre-tax savings account options for healthcare, dependent care and commuter expenses, disability insurance and life insurance options for you and your dependents. We also offer free Caregiver Support, Travel Assistance, counseling services, discount programs, and a Lifestyle Reimbursement Account. Other compensation that may be available includes: 401(k) company contribution matching, tuition reimbursement, discretionary bonuses, career advancement bonuses, professional registration bonuses, employee referral bonuses, and compensatory time for exempt employees. Flexible work arrangements may also be available. Eligibility for benefits varies based on employment status.