TWDB - 25-99: Watershed Modeler (Hydrologist IV/Engineer III)

Position / Title: TWDB - 25-99: Watershed Modeler (Hydrologist IV/Engineer III)

Date Posted: July 08, 2025

Company / Agency: Texas Water Development Board

Location: Austin, TX

Desired Skills: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Physical or Natural Sciences, or a related field.
Professional Experience:
Hydrologist IV: Seven years of relevant work experience conducting studies of fluvial geomorphology, watershed dynamics, hydrology and hydraulics of riverine systems, environmental flows, or related experience.
Engineer III: Seven years of relevant work experience conducting studies of fluvial geomorphology, watershed dynamics, hydrology and hydraulics of riverine systems, environmental flows, or related experience.
License (Note: only external candidates with valid PE licenses at the time of hire are eligible to receive a $5,000 recruitment bonus):
Engineer III - Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) by the State of Texas.
Experience with modifying, applying, or running hydrologic, hydraulic, hydrodynamic, or other computational/numerical models.
Experience processing, analyzing, interpreting, and displaying large scientific data sets in different formats, and via numerical/visualization tools.
Relevant education and experience can be substituted for each other on a year-for-year basis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate degree, or working towards completion of a graduate degree, from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Hydrology, Water Resources, Geography, Physical or Natural Sciences, or related field.
Experience applying sediment transport models.
Experience using ESRI software product suite for terrain analysis and related applications.
Experience with surveying tools, equipment, and instruments, including GPS systems and velocity equipment.
Experience with interpersonal and communication skills.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the River Science and Hydrosurvey Department.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration.
Knowledge of hydrology, hydraulics, geomorphology, and/or ecological principles, techniques, and procedures as applied to reservoirs and riverine systems.
Knowledge of mathematics, statistics, and relevant hydrology, hydraulic, or water quality models and water management techniques.
Knowledge in the use of applying survey data, including use of GIS and GPS systems.
Knowledge in the use of hydraulic and sediment transport models (e.g., SAMWin, HEC-RAS, RMA-2, ADH, FESWMS, River2D, etc.).
Knowledge of surface water hydrology techniques such as baseflow separation, hydraulic modeling, and rainfall/runoff modeling.
Skills in using Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and Access.
Skills in use of internet, email, word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software.
Skills in developing, applying, or running hydrodynamic and sediment transport models (e.g., SAMWin, HEC-RAS, RMA-2, ADH, FESWMS, River2D, etc.) or other computational/numerical models.
Skills in using programming language such as Fortran, C, etc. and/or scripting languages such as Perl, Python, bash, etc.
Skills in using numerical/visualization tools, e.g., Matlab, Octave, Scipy/Numpy, Matplotlib, Tecplot, Gnuplot, HEC-DSS, etc.
Skills in scientific data collection, management, and interpretation, particularly of hydrologic data.
Ability to meet agency in-office requirements.
Ability to adhere to work schedules, follow procedures with respect to leave and submit accurate timesheets by prescribed deadlines.
Ability to make mature, objective decisions and identify areas of potential problems.
Ability to perform effectively and willingly when changes occur in scope and nature of the work and work environment.
Ability to perform routine and non-routine work assignments accurately and on-time with little or no supervision.
Ability to perform assigned duties and improve work habits and/or output.
Ability to complete assigned work, on time, neatly and with infrequent errors.
Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations.
Ability to provide prompt, courteous and accurate assistance and clear and concise communication to internal and external stakeholders both verbally and in writing.
Ability to work and cooperate with others in a team environment.
Ability to manage multiple tasks.
Ability to stand/sit/move to perform activities such as retrieve/replace files in a large file system for boxes up to 30 lbs.
Ability and willingness to travel 10% of the time, primarily within the State of Texas.
Ability to operate a vehicle (state or personal) for state business and maintain a driver’s license and driving record that complies with state and agency requirements.
Ability to work shifts that may exceed 8 hours, including early mornings, nights, and weekends.
Ability to train others.

Job Description: Only applicants who apply with a State of Texas application via the CAPPS online application system will be considered for this position. First time applicants will need to create an account https://tinyurl.com/CAPPS-Login in the CAPPS online application system at https://tinyurl.com/CAPPS-Jobs. Please visit our job opportunities page at https://tinyurl.com/How-to-Apply-in-CAPPS for more information about the Texas Water Development Board and answers to frequently asked questions. To view this position in greater detail, visit the CAPPS online application system.

Texas Water Development Board’s Mission - Leading the state’s efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas.

The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) offers competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending, and flexible work alternatives so you can have a work/life balance! For more information about these benefits and more visit http://www.twdb.texas.gov/jobs/benefits.asp.

General Description

Performs advanced (senior-level) to highly complex (senior-level) hydrological, geomorphological, or engineering work in support of the River Science and Hydrographic Survey program, which conducts studies of environmental (instream) flows, surface water-groundwater interactions, and fluvial geomorphology, as well as bathymetric and sedimentation surveys of reservoirs. This position primarily serves to advance program activities in geomorphology and sediment transport. Work involves developing and applying hydrologic, hydraulic, and sediment transport models. Leads and conducts geomorphic and hydraulic studies of Texas rivers, and assists in the review of hydrographic and sediment surveys of Texas reservoirs—all for use in monitoring environmental flows and supporting state and regional water and flood planning. Prepares and reviews reports and technical documents. Serves as a liaison to stakeholder committees. May train others. Works under minimal to limited supervision, with considerable to moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Manager of the River Science and Hydrosurvey Department.

Essential Job Functions

Oversees the development, maintenance, and application of hydraulic, hydrologic, and sediment transport models of inland waters.
Investigates and pursues new approaches to determine sediment transport and geomorphic conditions in Texas waters.
Conducts statistical and geospatial analyses to support water resource management and planning decisions.
Plans and participates in field studies, including planning, on-site work, equipment installation, data acquisition, and data management and analysis.
Acquires and processes input data for various models, including but not limited to bathymetry, land use, flow rates, precipitation, etc.
Writes, reviews and evaluates scopes of work, technical memos, reports, work process, and policy documents.
Serves as subject matter expert for research and monitoring contracts.
Coordinates with other entities to develop and implement models and conduct analyses.
Trains staff in the use of software and programmatic procedures and reporting.
Provides presentations to technical and non-technical audiences.
Provides quality customer service and technical support to management, customers, clients, and stakeholders.
Serves as a liaison for the TWDB at public meetings and develops working relationships with federal, state, and local agencies, academic institutions, and private contractors.
Participates in external stakeholder committees, such as for the Senate Bill 2 (2001) Texas Instream Flows Program and Senate Bill 3 (2007) environmental flows process.
Maintains confidential and sensitive information.
Ensures individual and team files (electronic and hard versions) are appropriately maintained and timely disposed of in accordance with the agency’s records retention procedures and schedule.
Maintains required certifications and licenses and meets the continuing education needs and requirements of the position to include, attending mandatory training courses.
May be required to operate a state or personal vehicle for business purposes.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary: $5,425.34 - $7,000.00 (Monthly)

Contact Information: Human Resources
hr@twdb.texas.gov
(512) 475-2142

HNTB - County GEC Project Manager

Position / Title: County GEC Project Manager

Date Posted: June 16, 2025

Company / Agency: HNTB

Location: Austin, TX

Desired Skills: Demonstrated ability with:

Winning, contracting, and successfully delivering 4for4 (on-time, on-budget, quality, client satisfaction) on smaller projects. Identifying and escalating risk and change management issues, with oversight from more experienced staff.
Using system tools to manage, monitor, and deliver smaller projects or task orders.
Leveraging the Office Management Team to assist in implementing HNTB Sophisticated processes as applicable to the project.
Interfacing with your client-level peer on a smaller project or task order.
Providing technical guidance to team and task leads as well as performing portions of the technical work.​

Job Description: What We're Looking For
At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.

This role will be dedicated to GEC County Road Bond Programs in our Austin office. This role primarily consists of assisting managing teams of professional service providers to deliver transportation infrastructure projects ranging in size and complexity in the Central Texas Area.

This role is responsible for assisting with overseeing and guiding project consultants on designated projects, ensuring they meet contractual obligations, stay within budget, and adhere to the project timeline. Responsibilities include managing the planning and design plan review process, managing the right of way and utility coordination process, coordinating bids for local projects, and leading regular meetings with consultants and clients to foster effective collaboration. This role serves as a liaison between the client, local agencies, and other relevant parties, ensuring smooth communication and project progress. It also involves reviewing project plans for regulatory compliance and scrutinizing consultant contracts to safeguard client interests. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of client needs and Bond Program requirements related to project deliverables.

What You'll Do:
Responsible for development of the project scope and fee quotation and assists in the preparation of technical proposals and contracts in accordance with HNTB's Sophisticated Contracting Approach (SCA).
Serves as the primary client liaison and manages the project team to deliver the scope, schedule, and budgets to completion and to the client’s satisfaction. Assists with client project scoping and contract negotiations.
Performs technical discipline tasks including analysis, reports, design, specification, and production for assigned projects.
Implements the firm’s project delivery plan using HNTB's Sophisticated Delivery Approach (SDA) on each project. Leads the development and the execution of the project management plan. Supervises and mentors team to overall project objectives.
Performs coordination with managers on project staffing, including, but not limited to; recruitment, development, retention, and succession of project staff; development of plan for project staff reporting; and support for performance and compensation reviews.
Partners with Client Service Leaders and pursuit champions to assist with business development, building client relationships, and pursuit efforts for strategic and mini-mega projects in accordance with HNTB's Sophisticated Sales Approach (SSA). Works with the project team and marketing resources to prepare appropriate proposal and presentation materials. Leads proposal development and interview presentations for strategic and mini-mega projects to the client as well as general presentations within the industry and community.
May be responsible for the recruitment, hiring, development, and retention of staff, including development of plan for staff reporting, performance and compensation reviews, and succession.
Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 8 years of relevant experience
2 years task management or Deputy PM experience

What You'll Bring:
Winning, contracting, and successfully delivering 4for4 (on-time, on-budget, quality, client satisfaction) on smaller projects. Identifying and escalating risk and change management issues, with oversight from more experienced staff.
Using system tools to manage, monitor, and deliver smaller projects or task orders.
Leveraging the Office Management Team to assist in implementing HNTB Sophisticated processes as applicable to the project.
Interfacing with your client-level peer on a smaller project or task order.
Providing technical guidance to team and task leads as well as performing portions of the technical work.​

What We Prefer:
10 years relevant experience
Professional Engineer (PE) certification

Salary: $140-160k

Contact Information: Arrica B. Lagsding - Talent Acquisition Team Leader - (469) 404-0540

Apply here: https://hntb.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/HNTB_Careers/job/Austin-TX/County-GEC-Project-Manager_R-26302-1

HNTB - Rail & Transit Engineering PM I

Position / Title: Rail & Transit Engineering PM I

Date Posted: April 23, 2025

Company / Agency: HNTB

Location: Austin, TX

Desired Skills: Demonstrated ability with:

Winning, contracting, and successfully delivering 4for4 (on-time, on-budget, quality, client satisfaction) on smaller projects. Identifying and escalating risk and change management issues, with oversight from more experienced staff.
Leading a team for a smaller project or task order with no or few subconsultants.
Using system tools to manage, monitor, and deliver smaller projects or task orders.
Leveraging the Office Management Team to assist in implementing HNTB Sophisticated processes as applicable to the project.
Interfacing with your client-level peer on a smaller project or task order.
Providing technical guidance to team and task leads as well as performing portions of the technical work.​
Building relationships with Clients to help discover what matters most to them. Leverage discovery to improve ongoing project delivery and expand future project opportunities.
Building relationships with local municipalities to discover their most pressing challenges, needs, and opportunities. Leverage discovery to build and expand future urban mobility and transit project opportunities throughout Central and South Texas.

Job Description: What We're Looking For:
At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners. By joining our team as Rail & Transit Engineering PM I, you’ll lead the design and implementation of transformational rail and transit projects that enhance mobility and connectivity throughout Central Texas, in addition to having opportunities to help deliver on enhanced urban mobility for communities across the country.

This opportunity entails being responsible for managing assigned project(s) throughout their full lifecycle including developing the scope and technical sections of proposal and procurement documents to participating in contract negotiations and overseeing the delivery of the project plan to successfully accomplish HNTB’s 4 for 4 performance: delivery of quality work, on time, on budget and to the client’s satisfaction on every project. This position proactively manages the budget, schedule, technical requirements, contractual obligations, and client communications in support of the project’s objectives. Provides high level technical tasks while managing and reviewing design related specifications, calculations, reports and plans. Coordinates with internal and external partners including cross-discipline and functional teams to address and problem solve design related issues or concerns. The Rail & Transit Engineering PM I typically manages project team(s) for one or more strategic (<$1M) projects or may lead and/or work as a discipline lead on a mini-mega ($1M to <$5M) project management team.

What You'll Do:
Responsible for development of the project scope and fee quotation and assists in the preparation of technical proposals and contracts in accordance with HNTB's Sophisticated Contracting Approach (SCA).
Serves as the primary client liaison and manages the project team to deliver the scope, schedule, and budgets to completion and to the client’s satisfaction. Assists with client project scoping and contract negotiations.
Performs technical discipline tasks including analysis, reports, design, specification, and production for assigned projects.
Implements the firm’s project delivery plan using HNTB's Sophisticated Delivery Approach (SDA) on each project. Leads the development and the execution of the project management plan. Supervises and mentors team to overall project objectives.
Performs coordination with managers on project staffing, including, but not limited to; recruitment, development, retention, and succession of project staff; development of plan for project staff reporting; and support for performance and compensation reviews.
Partners with Client Service Leaders and pursuit champions to assist with business development, building client relationships, and pursuit efforts for strategic and mini-mega projects in accordance with HNTB's Sophisticated Sales Approach (SSA). Works with the project team and marketing resources to prepare appropriate proposal and presentation materials. Leads proposal development and interview presentations for strategic and mini-mega projects to the client as well as general presentations within the industry and community.
May be responsible for the recruitment, hiring, development, and retention of staff, including development of plan for staff reporting, performance and compensation reviews, and succession.
Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 8 years of relevant experience
2 years task management or Deputy PM experience

What You'll Bring:
Winning, contracting, and successfully delivering 4for4 (on-time, on-budget, quality, client satisfaction) on smaller projects. Identifying and escalating risk and change management issues, with oversight from more experienced staff.
Leading a team for a smaller project or task order with no or few subconsultants.
Using system tools to manage, monitor, and deliver smaller projects or task orders.
Leveraging the Office Management Team to assist in implementing HNTB Sophisticated processes as applicable to the project.
Interfacing with your client-level peer on a smaller project or task order.
Providing technical guidance to team and task leads as well as performing portions of the technical work.​
Building relationships with Clients to help discover what matters most to them. Leverage discovery to improve ongoing project delivery and expand future project opportunities.
Building relationships with local municipalities to discover their most pressing challenges, needs, and opportunities. Leverage discovery to build and expand future urban mobility and transit project opportunities throughout Central and South Texas.

What We Prefer:
10 years relevant experience
Professional Engineer (PE) certification

Salary: $140-160k

Contact Information: Arrica B. Lagsding - Talent Acquisition Team Leader - (469) 404-0540

Apply here: https://hntb.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/HNTB_Careers/job/Austin-TX/Rail---Transit-Engineering-PM-I_R-25758