Senior Water Resources Engineer Jobs

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.

What Senior Water Resources Engineers Do

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

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.

Find Senior Water Resources Engineer Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$88K - $159K *

Drive impactful water management solutions by leading comprehensive projects in planning, design, and construction for drinking water systems. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to tackle both rout...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $159K *

Champion innovative water management solutions by leading projects in planning, design, and construction for drinking water systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to address community-wide challenges...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $159K *

Transform water management by leading comprehensive projects in planning, design, and construction for drinking water systems. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to address both routine and complex...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $159K *

Lead the charge in managing comprehensive water services, overseeing planning, design, and construction for drinking water systems. Address diverse challenges from routine supply to complex treatment...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $159K *

Champion comprehensive water services by managing planning, design, and construction for drinking water systems. Address diverse challenges from routine supply to complex treatment, ensuring effective...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $159K *

Take ownership of comprehensive water services management, overseeing planning, design, and construction for drinking water systems. Address diverse challenges, from routine supply to complex treatmen...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$94K - $125K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of geotechnical engineering. Lead projects, mentor staff, and collaborate on innovative solutions for diverse infrastructure challenges while enhancing client rel...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $201K *

Unlock your potential by leading electrical design for impactful water/wastewater projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, provide expert guidance, and drive business growth while enhancing technical...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by contributing to environmental remediation projects and site investigations. Collaborate with diverse teams to evaluate technologies, compile data, and produce comprehensive reports...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing innovative wastewater treatment solutions. As a Wastewater Engineer, you'll lead projects ensuring compliance with environmental regulations while collaborati...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead impactful civil engineering projects that enhance communities and protect the environment. You'll mentor junior staff, manage diverse projects, and collaborate with multidisciplinary t...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Shape innovative water resource solutions by leading complex projects, managing teams, and delivering high-quality designs in drainage, stormwater management, and stream restoration across diverse inf...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Join us to lead and deliver complex water resources projects, focusing on stormwater management, erosion control, and hydrology. Collaborate with diverse teams to innovate solutions and advance your c...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform water and wastewater design projects from concept to completion. Lead a dynamic team in creating innovative solutions that enhance community infrastructure while ensuring compliance and qual...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by leading complex water resources projects, managing teams, and delivering innovative solutions in drainage, hydrology, and stream restoration. Join us to make a significant impac...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $170K *

Grow your career with a mid- to senior-level hydrogeologist role, managing environmental investigations and remediation projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, oversee tasks, and deliver high-qualit...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform project execution by leveraging your engineering expertise to oversee major capital construction initiatives, ensuring technical quality and compliance throughout all phases from planning to...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring the technical quality and execution of major capital construction projects, providing oversight and support throughout all phases, including planning, design...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$141K - $185K *

Optimize water and wastewater projects by leading design and execution efforts. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver innovative solutions for public sector clients, ensuring project success thro...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement AC mitigation systems, ensuring pipeline safety and integrity through advanced modeling and evaluation techniques. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform the future of pipeline safety by designing and evaluating AC mitigation systems. Leverage your expertise in corrosion prevention and engineering to enhance client safety and integrity manage...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive the future of pipeline safety by designing and evaluating AC mitigation systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and enhancing client relationships through expert engineering soluti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Engage in advanced AC interference modeling and design mitigation systems to enhance pipeline safety. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while delivering e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of pipeline safety by designing and evaluating AC mitigation systems. Engage in complex modeling, third-party reviews, and client support to enhance integrity and compliance in corros...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Shape your career by leading innovative water management projects, guiding a skilled team to deliver sustainable solutions for irrigation districts and agricultural entities, while enhancing client re...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a senior water resources engineer do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.