Senior Technical Manager

Overview

Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) is a full-service consulting firm offering planning, engineering and program management services. Founded in 1935, LAN has grown from its humble beginnings as a small Houston firm to a national leader in the heavy civil infrastructure engineering industry. 

"Our purpose is to continuously improve the quality of life in the communities we serve."

Responsibilities

We seek a highly motivated and experienced Senior Technical Manager to join our dynamic stormwater team at Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam. As a Senior Technical Manager in our stormwater team, you will play a pivotal role in guiding technical excellence, project management, and training while contributing to the success of our stormwater initiatives. This dynamic position offers a unique opportunity for a skilled professional passionate about technical work, project leadership, and mentoring.

• Conduct drainage evaluations and stormwater management studies.
• Lead construction plan preparation for flood risk reduction and channel improvement projects.
• Use engineering software and tools for design and documentation.
• Visit construction sites to monitor progress and perform contract duties.
• Provide technical leadership and oversight, ensuring high-quality stormwater design and production.
• Plan project timelines, track progress, and manage milestones effectively.
• Proactively manage changes in project scope and devise contingency plans.
• Define project success criteria and communicate them clearly to stakeholders.
• Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management.
• Simultaneously manage multiple projects and clients.
• Identify and manage clients to grow the business.
• Establish and maintain client relations.
• Attend client meetings and assist with marketing efforts.
• Communicate effectively with team members, office staff, and clients.
• Foster trust and unity within the project team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Texas Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM).
• Proficiency in engineering software and tools (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Open Roads, Stormwater Modeling, and GIS).
• Proven experience in stormwater management and infrastructure projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of stormwater design principles and best practices.
• Understanding of relevant regulations, standards, and permitting processes.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Municipal stormwater experience in Texas.
• Familiarity with TxDOT drainage preferred.
• Experience working independently and in a collaborative team environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with drainage systems, floodplain management, TxDOT, and City drainage criteria.
• Knowledge of ArcGIS, hydrologic modeling (e.g., HEC-HMS), and hydraulic modeling (e.g., HEC-RAS, Infoworks ICM).

Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, status, or local laws and to prohibit discrimination and harassment based on any of these factors. Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc., is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the Human Resources Department at 713-266-6900 or by email using peopleoperations@leoadaly.com . For more information about your rights under the law, see: Know Your Rights