Description
Senior Stream Restoration & Stormwater EngineerCivil Engineer III
Location: Alexandria, VA (Hybrid)
What We're Looking For
Michael Baker International is seeking a Senior Stream Restoration & Stormwater Engineer to support the continued growth of our Alexandria Civil Engineering & Environmental (CEE) practice-which has experienced over 80% growth in the past two years.
This role is ideal for a technical leader with strong expertise in stormwater, hydrology & hydraulics (H&H), and stream restoration who is passionate about delivering high-quality work and mentoring high-performing teams.
You'll bring a balance of technical leadership, project delivery experience, and a collaborative mindset, while contributing to both local initiatives and broader regional and national programs.
What You'll Do
- Serve as a senior technical leader for stormwater and water resources projects
- Lead and support stream restoration and stormwater design efforts across multiple projects
- Help grow local stream restoration capabilities while contributing to regional and national initiatives
Project experience will include:
- Hydrologic & hydraulic (H&H) modeling and analysis to inform data-driven planning
- Stream restoration/rehabilitation and pond retrofits
- Flood modeling and mitigation strategies
- Stormwater management (SWM) and BMP design, including inspections for environmental compliance
- Pedestrian trail design and park retrofits to enhance community access
- Site design and site assessments to support sustainable land use
- Erosion stabilization and utility system improvements
Additional responsibilities:
- Manage project scope, schedule, and budget while coordinating multidisciplinary teams
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior and mid-level engineers
- Support proposal development and technical pursuits
- Build and maintain relationships with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders
- Ensure high-quality deliverables through strong QA/QC practices
What You Need to Succeed
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field
- 15+ years of progressive experience in water resources engineering with a focus on stormwater, H&H modeling, and stream/ecological restoration
- Proven experience leading technical analysis and design for stormwater and flood mitigation projects
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required
- Virginia PE preferred (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
- Maryland PE is a plus
Technical Skills
- Advanced experience with H&H modeling tools (HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, SWMM, PondPack, CivilStorm, or similar)
- Strong knowledge of stormwater system design and analysis
- Experience with stream restoration and natural channel design
- Experience with floodplain studies, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies
- Familiarity with drainage design, watershed planning, and erosion/sediment control
- Understanding of regulatory permitting (Section 401/404, VPDES)
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Experience developing plans, reports, and technical specifications
Leadership & Project Delivery
- Experience managing complex, multidisciplinary projects
- Strong ability to mentor and develop staff
- Excellent client-facing communication skills
Business Development
- Experience supporting proposals and technical approaches
- Ability to build and maintain client relationships
Compensation
The approximate salary range for this position is $121,803.00 - $191,856.00 This range represents a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend on experience, skillset, education, and location.
Why Choose Us
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability coverage
- Professional and personal development opportunities
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter and wellness benefits
About us
Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.
*It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
*There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.
Michael Baker International is seeking a Senior Stream Restoration & Stormwater Engineer to support the continued growth of our Alexandria Civil Engineering & Environmental (CEE) practice-which has experienced over 80% growth in the past two years.This role is ideal for a technical leader with strong expertise in stormwater, hydrology & hydraulics (H&H), and stream restoration who is passionate about delivering high-quality work and mentoring high-performing teams.