Senior Project Manager – Civil Engineer or Geomorphologist

Founded in 1998 with the specific mission of providing integrated ecological and engineering consulting services, Princeton Hydro offers mission-driven expertise in natural resource management, water resources engineering, geotechnical design & investigation, and regulatory compliance. 

We are hiring an experienced Civil Engineer or Geomorphologist Senior Project Manager based in Connecticut or New Jersey who is passionate about making a positive impact through innovative and sustainable engineering solutions. 

We are looking for a creative thinker with a passion for restoring streams, designing wetlands, and working on other nature-based solutions. Princeton Hydro employees also embrace our firm’s basic core values: integrity, creativity, endeavoring to be the best, fostering human potential, a positive working atmosphere, quality, safety, and environmental stewardship.

At Princeton Hydro, you’ll be able to:

• Lead and manage a water resources team on projects, including dam removals and river restoration, from inception to completion;
• Conduct assessments, feasibility studies, and engineering analyses related to hydrology, hydraulics, and water quality;
• Grow as an engineer/geomorphologist, designing and overseeing the implementation of sustainable water management solutions, including stormwater management, river and wetland restoration, and dam removal/restoration;
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on water resource issues to clients and stakeholders;
• Prepare project design plans, technical specifications, construction cost estimates, and complete critical path project schedules;
• Perform construction-related fieldwork and/or oversight (e.g., stream surveys and restoration, dam inspections, stormwater management facilities);
• Be part of a dynamic team of scientists and engineers committed to improving our ecosystems, quality of life, and communities for the better!

What We Offer:

• Hybrid work environment, so you can spend less time commuting and more time doing what you love;
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance;
• 401K retirement with discretionary 5% company match;
• Paid vacations, and personal time off;
• Paid parental leave;
• We also close our offices the last week of December to give all of our employees a chance to reset before the New Year. This week is fully paid time off for our full-time team members.

Minimum Education, Skills, and Experience:

• Bachelors in civil, geotechnical, water resources engineering, geoscience, or related degree from an accredited university;
• Proficiency in AutoCAD;
• Strong technical writing and oral communication skills;
• Possess a valid driver’s license;

Desired Skills and Experience:

• 7+ years of relevant professional experience;
• Preference will be given to candidates with professional licenses and/or certifications;
• Experience managing multidisciplinary projects with design, permitting, and construction oversight components;
• Experience with hydrologic (HMS, HydroCAD) and hydraulic (HEC-RAS – steady and unsteady flow) modeling;
• Experience with GIS;
• Are you missing some of the desired skills and experience listed here, but still think you’d be a great fit at Princeton Hydro? Please consider applying anyway!

At Princeton Hydro, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds who share our commitment to sustainability and innovation in water resources management.

Princeton Hydro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.  

Equal Opportunity is Law 

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision 

For questions, please contact Samara McAuliffe: smcauliffe@princetonhydro.com