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.
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team as a Senior Project Engineer, guiding technical design, mentoring staff, and ensuring quality throughout projects. Collaborate across disciplines to meet client needs while leading...
2 weeks ago
Project Engineer - Water & Wastewater
$85K - $125K *
Deliver innovative engineering solutions for water and wastewater projects, managing multiple assignments while ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence. Collaborate with diverse teams and men...
2 weeks ago
Transportation - Water Resources Engineer
$90K - $185K *
Unlock potential by leading hydrologic and hydraulic design for transportation projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, manage environmental permits, and mentor staff while ensuring quality control a...
4 weeks ago
$170K - $190K *
Lead complex civil engineering projects, providing technical expertise and mentorship while ensuring compliance and delivering high-quality solutions for industrial and energy clients. Collaborate wit...
6 days ago
Senior Industrial Water I&C Engineer
$156K - $261K *
Lead the charge in delivering advanced engineering solutions across multiple Industrial Water projects. Oversee I&C design execution, manage multi-discipline teams, and cultivate client relationships...
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$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's committed to delivering innovative engineering solutions in civil design. Oversee project management and technical teams while ensuring client satisfaction and successful project ou...
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Senior Civil / Environmental Engineer - Wastewater & Site Design
$130K - $160K *
Lead the charge in wastewater and civil engineering projects, driving evaluations, designs, and technical deliverables while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating across disciplines to ensure p...
1 week ago
Intermediate / Senior Project Engineer - Hydro
$140K - $190K *
Lead the charge in multidisciplinary engineering for hydropower and water resources projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure successful project delivery from planning through construction, enhancing...
5 days ago
Intermediate / Senior Project Engineer - Hydro
$140K - $190K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead multidisciplinary engineering efforts for hydropower and water resources projects. Drive technical deliverables, coordinate with stakeholders, and enhance project outco...
5 days ago
Intermediate / Senior Project Engineer - Hydro
$140K - $190K *
Champion multidisciplinary engineering excellence in hydropower and water resources projects, driving technical deliverables and quality processes from planning through construction across North Ameri...
5 days ago
Intermediate / Senior Project Engineer - Hydro
$140K - $190K *
Lead the charge in multidisciplinary engineering for hydropower and water resources projects, coordinating activities from planning through construction. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality deliv...
5 days ago
Civil Engineer - Water/Wastewater
$135K - $175K *
Manage and design innovative water/wastewater projects while leading a skilled team. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure quality and compliance. Contribute to impactful engineering sol...
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Civil Engineer - Water/Wastewater
$95K - $110K *
Join a team that's dedicated to designing innovative water and wastewater systems. Leverage your engineering expertise to manage projects, collaborate with clients, and ensure high-quality deliverable...
3 days ago
Civil Engineer - Water/Wastewater
$80K - $95K *
Champion the design and management of water/wastewater projects, ensuring quality and compliance while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and clients to deliver successful outcomes...
1 week ago
Civil Engineer - Water/Wastewater
$80K - $95K *
Elevate your career as a Civil Engineer, leveraging 4+ years of experience to design and manage water/wastewater projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team, ensuring quality and compliance while foster...
1 week ago
Civil Engineer - Water/Wastewater
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to design and manage innovative water and wastewater systems. Leverage your engineering expertise to collaborate on diverse projects, ensuring quality and compliance while fosterin...
1 week ago
Civil Engineer - Water/Wastewater
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to design and manage innovative water and wastewater projects. Leverage your engineering expertise to collaborate with clients and ensure high-quality project delivery while mentor...
4 weeks ago
Senior Technical Manager, Water/Wastewater Infrastructure
$137K - $170K *
Develop and lead complex water/wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring quality and mentoring teams while engaging with clients and enhancing technical capabilities across disciplines...
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Senior Technical Manager, Water/Wastewater Infrastructure
$137K - $170K *
Empower your career by leading complex water/wastewater infrastructure projects. Drive design, mentor teams, and enhance technical capabilities while collaborating across disciplines to deliver innova...
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Senior Project Manager - Wastewater Treatment Services
$142K - $249K *
Elevate your career by leading municipal water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and ensure project success from planning to execution whi...
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Senior Project Manager - Wastewater Treatment Services
$142K - $249K *
Transform your career by leading municipal water and wastewater projects. Drive project success through effective client communication, technical expertise, and team leadership while ensuring quality...
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Assistant Drinking Water Project Manager
$80K - $95K *
Coordinate and oversee multi-disciplinary projects in drinking water treatment, ensuring compliance and timely completion. Collaborate with engineers and specialists to develop designs and support bus...
4 weeks ago
Senior Geotechnical Staff Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Analyze geotechnical engineering projects, providing expert consulting and management. Lead field investigations, perform calculations, and ensure compliance with specifications while collaborating wi...
1 week ago
$100K - $130K *
Lead the charge in electrical design for specialized systems, overseeing everything from drafting to commissioning. Collaborate with teams to tackle environmental challenges while ensuring compliance...
1 week ago
Senior Project Manager Water/Wastewater
$110K - $130K *
Champion innovative water/wastewater projects, leading design and execution while managing client relationships and project teams to ensure timely, budget-conscious delivery of high-quality engineerin...
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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.