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(EKI) is an employee-owned, full service, engineering and environmental sciences consulting firm serving private- and public-sector clients throughout the United States. If you are interested in improving water management strategies and practices, improving the environment, and advancing your career, then EKI is the place for you.\nThe Water Resources Project Manager position reports to the Team Leader (TL) and is responsible for project management and technical oversight of high-impact projects with California clients from initial project planning through implementation. Projects include Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) compliance and implementation, groundwater basin characterization, development of water budgets and water accounting frameworks, litigation support, water supply planning, and more.\nPRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES\nYour responsibilities may include, but will not be limited to the following:\nCoordinate SGMA implementation for groundwater basins across multiple Groundwater Sustainability Agencies\nOversee hydrogeologic conceptual model development, water balances, numerical models, and projects and/or management actions deemed necessary by the client\nPrepare well-written technical memorandums or reports and studies, including groundwater sustainability plans (GSPs), SGMA annual reports, and periodic evaluations of adopted GSPs \nPoint of Contact for client; coordinate and lead client meetings and related meetings and coordination with external parties\nPlan, organize, and manage staff to deliver quality project work products on time and within budget\nPrepare effective presentations that efficiently communicate complex technical concepts to a broad audience\nManage project schedules, budgets, invoice preparation, and monthly progress reports\nProvide quality assurance and quality control on and review of project deliverables\nSupport business development, including client development, preparing proposals, and presenting at conferences \nOther duties as required \n\nQUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS\nEducation\nBachelor’s degree in Hydrology, Geology, Earth Sciences, Engineering, or related field; Master’s or PhD degree preferred\nKnowledge, Skills & Abilities\nMinimum of five (5) years of experience, with eight (8) or more years desirable for SGMA and related water resources projects\nAt least two (2) years of proven project management experience\nMaster's or PhD degree, and Professional Registration, or more than 12 years of demonstrated professional experience where Professional Registration is not available for degree, is desirable\nTechnical knowledge of SGMA, Groundwater Sustainability Plans, data management and visualization, ArcGIS, quantitative analysis (including numerical modeling), land subsidence, and technical writing \nKnowledge of California groundwater and water planning regulations \nCompetencies\nMust have excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with clients, subconsultants, regulatory agencies, and members of the public as may be necessary to accomplish assigned objectives\nMust have ability to multi-task, stay organized, work independently, and collaborate with various project teams\nMust have demonstrated time management skills, strong work ethic, and attention to detail\nMust have a strong desire to grow personally as well as professionally\nMust have a great attitude and be eager to learn\nMust have a current valid driver’s license\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT\nMust be able to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment \nMust be able to lift up to 25 lbs\nMust be able to work remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods\nMust be able to communicate with others to exchange information\nMust be able to assess the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned\nTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS\nMust be able to travel occasionally, possibly overnight for customer meetings and site visits up to 25% of the time\nSALARY RANGE\nThe expected base salary range for this position is $113,000 - $160,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including the candidate's skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus based on individual and company performance.\nAs an employee-owned firm, EKI offers a unique company culture with a corporate commitment to maintaining a positive work/life experience. EKI provides excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits packages, including career advancement opportunities, outstanding training opportunities, incentive compensation including bonuses, retirement benefits through an Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) and 401(k) profit-sharing contributions, and group medical, vision, and dental benefits.\nEKI Environment & Water, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.\nNOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and is not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. This description may be amended at any time and employee may be assigned other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.\nNotice to Third Party Agencies:\nEKI Environment & Water, Inc does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. 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