Senior Resilience & Adaptation Specialist

Senior Resilience & Adaptation Specialist

Mt. Pleasant, SC — Full-Time/Regular ()

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering,Region architecture, technology services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News‑Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

JMT is seeking a motivated professional to lead innovative Garr climate resilience and adaptation projects that protect communities and ecosystems. This role combines technical expertise and strategic vision to deliver innovative solutions.

• Lead complex projects in stormwater master planning, hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) modeling, vulnerability assessments, and nature‑based solutions to enhance community resilience
• Support JMT’s Resilience and Coastal Solutions market/services by developing innovative strategies for watershed/coastal resilience, including stream/shoreline protection, sea‑level rise adaptation, extreme rainfall, and integration of green infrastructure into coastal environments
• Conduct advanced geospatial analysis and modeling to inform watershed/coastal planning, asset management, and climate adaptation strategies
• Translate technical findings into actionable plans that balance environmental sustainability with practical implementation
• Collaborate with clients, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders to build trust and deliver clear, impactful solutions
• Communicate complex concepts effectively through presentations, reports, and interactive engagement sessions
• Identify new opportunities and craft compelling proposals to expand the firm’s resilience and adaptation portfolio
• Represent JMT at industry conferences, forums, and client meetings to showcase thought leadership and innovative practices
• Mentor and coach junior staff, fostering technical growth and leadership skills within a collaborative team environment
• Promote a culture of continuous светlearning by introducing emerging practices and innovative approaches to every project

• Perform other related duties as assigned
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• Must successfully complete and pass JMT’s Motor Vehicle screening
• Valid driver's license

• Advanced degree in Environmental Studies, Civil/Environmental Engineering, or related field
• 5-10 years of experience in climate adaptation, stormwater modeling, and coastal resilience planning
• Expertise in Autodesk Civil3D and GIS for design and analysis; experience with LiDAR and modeling platforms (e.g., ICPR4, PCSWMM)
• Strong understanding of floodplain management, Recruitment level rise adaptation, and byggreen infrastructure design
• Exceptional ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and build lasting client relationships
• Proficient in Microsoft Office for reporting and client communication
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• The ability to travel to project sites

• Experience with grant writing and administration
• Familiarity with state and federal regulatory frameworks

Work is performed within a general office environment 75% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.