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 Water Engineer/Project Manager
$94K - $161K *
Lead municipal drinking water projects, focusing on service line replacements and infrastructure improvements. Oversee project delivery, mentor teams, and strengthen client relationships while ensurin...
Yesterday
$75K - $150K *
Join a team that's focused on innovative stormwater management solutions. Leverage your engineering expertise to design systems that protect communities and the environment while collaborating across...
Reposted 6 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Elevate your career by leading innovative wastewater engineering projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to design and implement high-quality infrastructure solutions while ensuring exceptio...
1 week ago
Senior Hydrogeologist - Groundwater
$100K - $150K *
Help us tackle complex groundwater challenges by leading impactful hydrogeology projects across the Southwest. You'll guide technical strategies, mentor junior staff, and ensure project success while...
3 days ago
Senior Hydrogeologist - Groundwater
$100K - $150K *
Lead the charge in tackling complex groundwater challenges across the Southwest. Utilize your expertise to manage high-impact hydrogeology projects, mentor junior staff, and drive innovative solutions...
3 days ago
Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer (Engineer IV)
$88K - $105K *
Unlock potential by leading innovative water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with clients to design and optimize systems, ensuring efficient infrastructure solutions that enhance community resour...
Today
Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer/Project Manager
$140K - $180K *
Join a team that's leading municipal drinking water projects, focusing on innovative solutions for lead service line replacements and water distribution infrastructure. Leverage your expertise to ment...
1 week ago
Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer/Project Manager
$140K - $180K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative municipal drinking water projects, focusing on lead service line replacements and infrastructure improvements. Oversee project execution, mentor teams, and str...
1 week ago
Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer/Project Manager
$140K - $180K *
Elevate municipal water projects by leading innovative solutions in drinking water infrastructure. Manage multidisciplinary teams, enhance client relationships, and drive project success from planning...
1 week ago
Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer
$125K - $145K *
Drive impactful water/wastewater projects by leveraging your expertise in planning, design, and technical analysis. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver innovative solutions within budget and ti...
2 weeks ago
Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer
$135K - $140K *
Deliver innovative engineering solutions for water/wastewater projects, utilizing advanced design software and strong analytical skills. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure projects mee...
Reposted yesterday
Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer
$98K - $127K *
Empower your career by leading innovative water/wastewater projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure quality, efficiency, and budget adherence while enhancing comm...
3 weeks ago
Principal Water Resources Engineer
$135K - $200K *
Grow your career with a leading role in managing water resource projects, providing expertise in hydrologic modeling, and mentoring staff while ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering inno...
Reposted 6 days ago
Senior Water Wastewater Project Manager
$140K - $200K *
Shape the future of water management by leading the design and optimization of treatment systems, ensuring compliance and safety while managing projects from conception to completion...
2 days ago
Senior Water Wastewater Project Manager
$140K - $200K *
Drive the design and management of water treatment systems, ensuring safety and compliance while optimizing efficiency and environmental standards through innovative engineering solutions...
2 days ago
Senior Water Wastewater Project Manager
$140K - $200K *
Deliver innovative solutions in water treatment systems, ensuring safety and compliance. Lead design, optimize processes, and manage projects from conception to completion, enhancing public health and...
2 days ago
Senior Water Wastewater Project Manager
$140K - $200K *
Join a team that's dedicated to designing and optimizing water treatment systems, ensuring safety and compliance while managing projects from conception to completion in a dynamic environment...
2 days ago
Senior Water Wastewater Project Manager
$140K - $200K *
Lead the charge in designing and optimizing water treatment systems, ensuring safety and compliance while managing projects from conception to completion. Collaborate with teams to enhance infrastruct...
2 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Advance your career by leading innovative projects, collaborating across teams, and driving strategic initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and foster growth in a dynamic environment...
1 week ago
Senior Industrial Water Engineer
$140K - $200K *
Join a team that's advancing industrial water solutions by managing complex wastewater projects, leading teams, and fostering client relationships to deliver high-quality, sustainable outcomes while m...
Reposted yesterday
Senior Industrial Water Engineer
$140K - $200K *
Play a key role in advancing industrial water solutions by designing and managing complex wastewater projects, leading multidisciplinary teams, and building strong client relationships to foster growt...
Reposted yesterday
Senior Industrial Water Engineer
$140K - $200K *
Pioneer innovative industrial water projects, managing diverse teams to enhance client relationships and drive practice growth while ensuring compliance and delivering high-quality outcomes...
Reposted yesterday
Senior Industrial Water Engineer
$140K - $200K *
Drive impactful industrial water projects, manage client relationships, and lead teams to deliver innovative solutions while advancing our industrial water practice and ensuring compliance with regula...
Reposted yesterday
Senior Industrial Water Engineer
$140K - $200K *
Transform industrial water systems by leading complex projects, fostering client relationships, and mentoring junior engineers. Play a key role in expanding our practice while ensuring innovative and...
Reposted yesterday
Senior Water Resources Project Manager
$155K - $195K *
Empower projects by managing design and construction services, mentoring staff, and ensuring quality delivery. Leverage your extensive experience in water resources to drive successful outcomes across...
1 week ago
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.