TWDB 26-09 Water Resources Engineer or Project Manager (Engineer II-VProject Manager III-IV-S)

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 in the CAPPS online application system at Please visit our job opportunities page at 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 Boards Mission - Leading the states 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 Texas Water Development Board does not discriminate on basis of race color national origin sex religion sexual orientation age or disability in employment or provision of services programs or activities. 

*Licensed Engineering candidates external to TWDB will be eligible to receive a $5000 recruitment bonus if selected.

**Must meet agency in-office requirements**

***Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications***

• Engineer II or Project Manager III: $5986.05/month - $6300/month***
• Engineer III or Project Manager III-S: $6301/month - $6615/month***
• Engineer IV or Project Manager IV: $6616/month - $7350/month***
• Engineer V or Project Manager IV-S: $7351.00/month - $8610.84/month***

Job Description Summary

The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is seeking a motivated and qualified Water Resources Engineer or Project Manager to join the Flood Protection Planning Grant Department within the Flood Planning Division. This role supports statewide flood risk reduction efforts by overseeing grants reviewing technical work and ensuring projects align with program goals. The ideal candidate will have experience in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling floodplain mapping and the planning design and construction of flood mitigation projects. Strong skills in contract development and management along with the ability to evaluate contractor performance and provide technical guidance are essential. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on flood resilience across Texas.

Performs complex (journey-level) to advanced (senior-level) engineering or project management work. Work involves conducting technical analyses and engineering evaluations of watershed study reports and managing grant contracts schedules budgets change orders and other documentation for flood control planning projects funded by the TWDB. Serves as an advisor on engineering-related matters and oversees technical reviews conducted by team engineering staff. Ensures that TWDB-funded projects comply with Board rules and program requirements and provides recommendations on funding eligibility and project approvals. Manages complex Flood Infrastructure Fund (FIF) Category 1 (CAT 1) Flood Management Evaluations (FME) and similar flood planning projects. Represents TWDB at assigned meetings and events serves as a resource for team members and staff and provides training on TWDB engineering processes to both internal staff and external applicants. Works under general to minimal supervision with moderate to extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Manager of the Flood Protection Planning Grant Department.

Essential Job Functions

• Reviews applications for financial assistance and advises applicants on TWDB requirements according to the funding program.
• Serves as an advisor on engineering related matters and as necessary oversees applicable reviews conducted by other Project Reviewers.
• Develops and manages grant and professional services contracts including assisting in developing scopes of work and budgets and negotiating contract amendments.
• Develops relevant engineering information needed for Board consideration of funding requests and makes final recommendations on the feasibility of the proposed project/application.
• Coordinates with various federal and state agencies regarding projects and programs.
• Performs technical review and evaluation of engineering related documents; determines relevant deficiencies options and recommendations to ensure compliance with TWDB rules and regulations.
• Monitors project schedules budgets and invoice costs and/or released costs to identify potential issues or delays.
• Serves as project manager monitoring project schedules budgets and requirements and reviewing eligibility and approving payment requests.
• May conduct on site observations to monitor the progress of the construction of TWDB-funded projects for compliance with TWDB rules and specifications.
• Assists owners with problem resolution and ensures work is completed in accordance with approved contract document.
• Manages various aspects of projects recommends course of action to reduce delays and documents project files on significant actions.
• Provides information and assistance to appropriate TWDB staff and clients.
• Stays informed of changes to pertinent laws regulations guidelines policies and instructions and correctly applies them to assigned projects.
• Identifies and participates in internal and external job-related trainings.
• Provides support for Essential Job Functions described above for additional flood planning teams due to temporary staffing conditions as assigned by division director.
• Assists the Discipline Lead and Office of Planning (OoP) management in identifying process improvements and areas within FPPD that need improvement or could be streamlined.
• Assists the Discipline Lead in reviewing and preparing procedures and guidelines and in conducting training as necessary.
• Promotes an environment that encourages teamwork accountability professional development and improvement in performance.
• Conducts outreach efforts including public speaking.
• Maintains current information in TWDBs projects database (TxWise).
• May train and supervise the work of others.
• Participates in reviewing Regional Flood Plans developing the State Flood Plan and related activities.
• 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 agencys 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. 

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelors degree in Engineering or a related field.

• Professional Experience:

  • Engineer Classification Series:

    • Engineer II: Two years of relevant work experience in Engineering or a related field.

    • Engineer III: Three years of relevant work experience in Engineering or a related field.

    • Engineer IV: Six years of relevant work experience in Engineering or a related field.

    • Engineer V: Nine years of relevant work experience in Engineering or a related field.

       

  • Project Manager Classification Series:

    • Project Manager III: Two years of relevant work experience in Engineering or a related field.

    • Project Manager III-S: Three years of relevant work experience in Engineering or a related field.

    • Project Manager IV: Six years of relevant work experience in Engineering or a related field.

    • Project Manager IV-S: Nine years of relevant work experience in Engineering or a related field.

• License

  • Engineer Classification Series: 

    • Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Texas. 

  • Project Manager Classification Series:

    • Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in another U.S. state with the willingness and ability to obtain a Texas P.E. license within six months of hire.

       

• Relevant education and experience can be substituted for each other on a year-for-year basis.

   

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing and managing professional services contracts including developing scopes of work budgets and negotiating contract amendments.
• Knowledge of and experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and mapping of flood risk.
• Experience in planning prioritization design and construction of flood risk reduction projects including riverine flood control local flood control and costal flood control projects.
• Experienced and skilled to ensure the flood control planning grants are utilized appropriately to facilitate identification of flood risk and planning for appropriate flood risk reduction projects and that the work done by contractors meets requirements and the purpose of the program funding.
• Experience with regulations related to floodplain and flood management federal and state programs and permitting.

• Certified Flood Plain Manager.

   

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of local state and federal laws and regulations relevant to the Flood Protection Planning Grant Department.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration.
• Knowledge of floodplain management and flood risk reduction.  
• Knowledge of engineering principles techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of project engineering development.
• Knowledge of the design process.
• 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 comprehending technical material.
• Skills in implementation planning.
• Skills in the use of logic to assess options.
• Skills in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure within Texas
• 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 plan design and manage engineering projects.
• Ability to use deductive inductive and mathematical reasoning.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing.
• 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 5% of the time primarily within the State of Texas.
• Ability to operate a vehicle (state or personal) for state business and maintain a drivers 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.

Additional Information :

All interested candidates should apply with a State of Texas application via the CAPPS online application system. First time applicants will need to create an account in the CAPPS online application system Please visit our job opportunities page 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 Stephen F. Austin Building

1700 North Congress Ave. Room 670 Austin Texas 78701

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Email: HR(AT)

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time