Drainage Project Engineer

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country - creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you'll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. Diverse ideas come from diverse people, and we are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don't meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don't be so hard on yourself-apply for the job!

We are looking for a Stormwater Project Engineer with experience successfully delivering a broad range of stormwater projects to support design of Transportation Projects in our Florida Division. Responsibilities will include the design and analysis of open and closed storm drainage systems for transportation projects including hydrology and hydraulic analysis related to culvert sizing, open channel design, bridge hydraulics, scour analysis, storm sewer infrastructure design, and floodplain analysis. In this role you will contribute to a collaborative team environment. The desired candidate will supplement the design efforts of the civil/transportation group and structural design group.

This position will have a hybrid work schedule and, when in the office, can work from our Ft. Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Miami, Tallahassee, or Tampa locations.

• Perform hydraulic and hydrology (H&H) analyses and design for transportation projects
• Prepare drainage reports in conformance with client and industry standards
• Assist with plan production related to drainage design, stormwater management and detention facilities, water quality/MS4, quantities and specifications
• Contribute to project goals and milestones and monitor project progress
• Assist in preparation of hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, studies, reports, construction drawings/plans, specifications, and cost estimates for a wide variety of stormwater design and planning projects
• Ensure the development of high-quality engineering documents
• Adhere to all internal procedures for quality control, documentation, and project tracking
• Assist with project pursuits

• Bachelor ofScience in Civil Engineeringor related discipline required
• 8-12 years of transportation drainage experience
• PE License preferred
• A history of progressive responsibility in transportation/roadway drainage design
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
• A track-record for adhering to design budgets and schedules
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to prioritize, work on, and advance multiple projects simultaneously
• Thorough understanding of state, regional, and special district design standards (preferred)
• Experience developing storm water management plans and water quality design/MS4 (preferred)
• Experience with plan production related to transportation projects (preferred)
• Experience developing deliverables per FDOT standards and requirements (preferred) #LI-MF1

At Benesch, we prioritize the health and wellness of our employees, understanding that their well-being is crucial for both personal and professional success. We offer a range of benefits for eligible employees, including insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs. Our Total Rewards package is designed to support a healthy lifestyle and can be customized to meet the needs of our employees and their families. to learn more about some of the benefits of working at Benesch!

• Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
• Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions
• Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
• Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications
• Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement

• Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge
• Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%)

• Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role)
• Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career
• Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events
• Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement

• Opportunities to contribute beyond regular job duties
• Work-Life Team:
  Implements programs to boost productivity and work-life balance
• Rewards & Recognition Team:
  Cultivates a culture of appreciation
• Corporate Social Responsibility Team:
  Manages matching gift programs, community service, student scholarships, and more
• Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Team:
  Promotes positive change and supports a diverse workforce.

If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here.

Benesch is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action/ Disability/ Protected Veteran Employer. Qualified applicants are evaluated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation or belief, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic. For more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the below documents:

Know your Rights:
Workplace Discrimination is Illegal

EEO Information

For more information about pay transparency, please download the below document:

Pay Transparency Policy Statement

We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.

Benesch is committed to working with and prov.