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BRK Strategies LLC™

Overview
BRK Strategies LLC is a veteran-owned, mission-driven workforce development firm headquartered in Spring, Texas. We specialize in bridging the gap between military service and civilian corporate leadership by providing tailored solutions in strategic talent acquisition, leadership development, and career transition. Our unique strength lies in translating the leadership mindset of the armed forces into tangible business results and embedding that value into organizations.

Job Description
The Drainage Engineer will be responsible for the design, analysis, and documentation of storm water management systems, grading, and hydrologic/hydraulic components for residential, commercial, and municipal development projects. This role requires practical experience with drainage design software, a strong understanding of civil site design principles, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with engineering and CAD teams.

Job Functions and Responsibilities
Prepare/review drainage design calculations, hydrology studies, and storm water management reports.
Lead hydrologic & hydraulic studies using HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, PC-SWMM, SRH-2D, etc.
Develop/seal drainage reports, FEMA LOMR/MT-2 submittals, and drainage design plans.
Perform watershed-scale flood risk analysis, inundation mapping, and storm water conveyance/detention design.
Oversee junior engineers/EITs and provide structured technical mentorship.
Support and/or lead grant funding efforts — including FEMA BRIC, CDBG-MIT, GLO, and flood bond initiatives.
Develop plans for storm sewer systems, detention/retention facilities, and surface drainage improvements using AutoCAD Civil 3D, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, and other pertinent technologies. Workable knowledge with SWMM programs is a plus.
Develop drainage mitigation strategies, detention sizing, and flood risk solutions with consideration of cost effectiveness and construct-ability.
Execute both public-sector (e.g., HCFCD, SJRA, counties) and private land development entitlement projects.
Perform water network and distribution system analysis, modeling, and design.
Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and CAD staff to integrate drainage systems with grading, roadway, and utility designs.
Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling using software such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, and StormCAD.
Conduct site visits to assess existing drainage conditions to support design recommendations.
Interpret/apply local, state, federal drainage design standards and permitting requirements.
Assist in preparing project documentation for submittals and regulatory approvals.
Support junior staff in drainage calculations and design methods.
Interface confidently with floodplain administrators, county review authorities, public stakeholders, and major developers.
Ensure compliance with company standards. Maintain organized project files/documentation.
Participate in proposal development, scope writing, and client presentations.

Requirements
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Water Resources Engineering or related discipline.
PE license preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
4–8+ years of experience in drainage and stormwater design for land development, site, or infrastructure projects.
Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and hydrology/hydraulic modeling software (HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, StormCAD, HydroCAD, SWMM).
Strong understanding of local and state drainage design standards.
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Strong leadership, client-facing, and cross-disciplinary coordination abilities.
Strong technical writing, organization, and communication skills.
CFM certification is a plus. Proficiency in GIS program(s) is a plus.

Advanced drainage design, hydrology and hydraulics, storm water modeling, flood risk analysis, inundation mapping, detention and retention design, Civil 3D, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, SWMM, StormCAD, HydroCAD, FEMA LOMR and MT-2 submittals, watershed studies, water network modeling, regulatory permitting, technical writing, GIS knowledge, project management, mentoring junior staff, client coordination, proposal support, and public-sector design experience.