Explore senior water resources engineer jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more on Ladders. These experienced professionals help communities, businesses, and public agencies plan, design, and manage essential water systems. Find opportunities to lead complex projects in water supply, stormwater, flood control, wastewater, and watershed management.
Senior engineers guide projects from early planning and technical analysis through design, permitting, and implementation. Responsibilities may include hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, drainage and flood-risk assessments, water infrastructure design, technical reviews, and coordination with clients, regulators, and multidisciplinary teams. Many roles also involve mentoring engineers, managing schedules and budgets, and supporting proposals and business development.
Employers commonly seek extensive experience in water resources or civil engineering, strong technical judgment, and the ability to communicate recommendations clearly. Familiarity with modeling and design tools, regulatory requirements, and project delivery is valuable. A bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering is typical; some positions prefer a master’s degree. Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is often required or preferred, depending on the role and location.
Senior water resources engineers work at consulting firms, engineering companies, utilities, government agencies, and infrastructure organizations. Their experience can lead to roles such as principal engineer, technical director, project manager, or water resources practice leader. Compensation varies with location, specialization, licensure, and leadership scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more.
Browse senior water resources engineer openings and compare roles that match your expertise and career goals. Discover opportunities to advance water infrastructure, strengthen resilience, and lead high-impact engineering projects.
Senior Stormwater Transportation Engineer
$126K - $161K *
Lead the charge in innovative stormwater engineering projects, managing a team to design and implement drainage solutions for diverse transportation infrastructure across the southeast, while fosterin...
3 weeks ago
Environmental Engineer - Water Services Group
$100K - $175K *
Shape the future of sustainable water management by designing and optimizing innovative water treatment solutions. Collaborate on impactful projects that enhance water quality and ensure compliance wi...
1 week ago
Environmental Engineer - Water Services Group
$82K - $136K *
Champion sustainable water management by designing and optimizing water and wastewater systems. Collaborate on projects to enhance water quality and ensure regulatory compliance while mentoring junior...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Engage in innovative engineering solutions for municipal water/wastewater projects, overseeing all phases from planning to construction. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful p...
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Water/Wastewater Municipal Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in designing innovative water/wastewater solutions, managing complex projects, and collaborating with a multi-discipline team to ensure successful project delivery and client satisfact...
1 week ago
Project Engineer | Water & Wastewater
$95K - $115K *
Elevate your career by leading complex water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with clients and mentor junior engineers while ensuring quality and compliance. Join a dynamic team committed to impac...
2 weeks ago
Senior Civil Water/Wastewater Engineer - Project Manager
$132K - $165K *
Shape the future of municipal water and wastewater engineering by leading a new practice. Drive growth, establish standards, and foster client relationships while delivering high-quality projects that...
6 days ago
Project Engineer (Water/Wastewater)
$88K - $142K *
Shape the future of Water/Wastewater projects by leading client relations, mentoring staff, and ensuring project success from planning to execution. Join a collaborative team dedicated to impactful co...
2 weeks ago
Principal Consultant (Water/Wastewater Engineering)
$165K - $191K *
Unlock potential by leading complex water/wastewater projects, mentoring engineers, and ensuring compliance. Drive client relationships and project success while managing multidisciplinary teams in a...
1 month ago
Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
$150K - $250K *
Lead the charge in expanding our water/wastewater engineering practice through strategic planning, innovation, and team development. Shape market presence and deliver excellence in project management...
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Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
$110K - $130K *
Transform the water/wastewater engineering landscape by leading strategic initiatives, fostering team growth, and enhancing service delivery. Drive innovation and collaboration to elevate market prese...
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Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
$110K - $130K *
Elevate our water/wastewater engineering practice by leading strategic initiatives, fostering team growth, and driving innovation. This role offers the chance to shape market presence and enhance tech...
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Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
$150K - $250K *
Lead transformative water/wastewater projects, enhancing market presence and strategic planning. Collaborate with teams to ensure design excellence and propel business initiatives in a high-impact rol...
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Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
$110K - $130K *
Transform the water/wastewater engineering landscape by leading strategic initiatives, fostering team growth, and driving innovation to enhance market presence and technical excellence in a dynamic en...
Reposted 2 days ago
$125K - $195K *
Join a team that's leading innovative groundwater infrastructure projects. Leverage your hydrogeology expertise to manage complex initiatives, mentor staff, and build client relationships while drivin...
1 week ago
Civil Engineer - Water Resources
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of water resources! Leverage your engineering expertise to collaborate on diverse projects, enhance community infrastructure, and build lasting professional relat...
1 week ago
$65K - $190K *
Explore impactful opportunities as part of a dynamic team dedicated to innovating water and wastewater solutions for municipal and industrial clients across the U.S., enhancing community well-being an...
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Electrical Engineer - Water Resources
$80K - $95K *
Join our dynamic team as you design innovative electrical systems for water and wastewater facilities. Leverage your expertise in Revit and AutoCAD while collaborating on impactful projects that enhan...
2 weeks ago
Water Resources Project Manager
$115K - $155K *
Drive impactful water resource projects by managing multidisciplinary teams, overseeing design and permitting processes, and ensuring successful project delivery in stormwater management and ecologica...
Reposted 1 week ago
Water Resources Project Manager
$115K - $155K *
Manage multidisciplinary teams to deliver stormwater and river restoration projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while overseeing project scopes, schedules, and budgets for successfu...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Wastewater Project Manager
$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of wastewater management by leading complex projects, fostering client relationships, and guiding multidisciplinary teams. This role is perfect for seasoned professionals eager to tac...
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$90K - $130K *
Shape the future of hydrogeology by leading interdisciplinary projects, managing client relationships, and mentoring teams. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise will drive impactful solutio...
6 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in designing impactful water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, mentor emerging engineers, and drive business development while ensuring quality an...
1 week ago
Senior Civil Engineer - Stormwater
$122K - $164K *
Shape the future of stormwater management by leading innovative projects that enhance water quality and community resilience. Collaborate with diverse teams to design sustainable infrastructure soluti...
2 weeks ago
Senior Civil Engineer - Stormwater
$113K - $153K *
Transform stormwater management by leading innovative infrastructure projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance community resilience and environmental quality through effective design and pro...
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What does a senior water resources engineer do?
A senior water resources engineer plans and oversees projects involving water supply, stormwater, flood control, drainage, wastewater, and watershed systems. The role may include technical modeling and design, regulatory coordination, project management, client communication, and mentoring.
What qualifications are commonly required for senior water resources engineer jobs?
Employers typically look for a civil or environmental engineering degree and substantial relevant experience. Many roles prefer or require Professional Engineer (PE) licensure, along with expertise in hydrologic or hydraulic analysis, design tools, regulations, and project delivery.
Where do senior water resources engineers work?
They work for engineering and environmental consulting firms, utilities, government agencies, construction and infrastructure companies, and other organizations that plan or manage water systems.
How much do senior water resources engineers earn?
Pay depends on experience, location, licensure, specialization, and responsibilities. Ladders lists vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including qualifying senior water resources engineering opportunities.
What career paths are available for senior water resources engineers?
Experienced engineers may advance to principal or consulting engineer, project manager, technical director, or practice leader roles. Some move into executive, public-sector leadership, or specialized technical positions.