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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$152K - $238K *

Deliver expert guidance in wetland and waterways permitting for complex infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams fro...

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and assessment of hydraulic structures, collaborating with teams to deliver innovative solutions for dam safety and hydropower projects while managing technical oversight and ensuring...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the engineering design of hydraulic structures, oversee project management, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on hydropower and dam safety projects while ensuring compliance with regul...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engage in diverse engineering projects, providing analysis, design, and consulting services. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, manage budgets, and resolve challenges while delivering qualit...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative engineering solutions across diverse sectors. Provide consulting services, manage projects, and ensure compliance while collaborating with clients...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive the planning and design of municipal water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver critical infrastructure solutions across North America, enhancing communit...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead the planning and execution of municipal water and wastewater projects. Manage budgets, schedules, and client relationships while ensuring quality and compliance across all project phases. Drive t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Champion the delivery of complex water and wastewater projects, managing budgets, schedules, and client relationships while leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality execution and compliance t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Empower the design of solids-handling systems for water treatment facilities. Collaborate with diverse teams, enhance technical skills, and lead projects while ensuring compliance with industry standa...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by leading complex geotechnical projects, providing advanced analysis and design solutions. Collaborate with teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure project success through te...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $150K *

Optimize risk management programs by coordinating insurance, claims, and loss prevention efforts. Collaborate with management to minimize losses and ensure compliance with regulations while effectivel...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex hydrologic and ecological designs while leading teams and mentoring junior staff. Drive project delivery and regulatory compliance, ensuring impactful environmental solutions in stre...

3 weeks ago

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

$77K - $95K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic Water team, where you'll collaborate on innovative stormwater solutions, hydrologic modeling, and impactful engineering projects that serve diverse clients and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $100K *

Shape the future of sustainable infrastructure by leading drainage design and stormwater management for major transportation projects, collaborating with experts to enhance engineering solutions and p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive innovative urban roadway design projects, ensuring quality and resolving complex engineering challenges. Supervise teams, manage client relations, and lead in technical expertise to shape safe a...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$85K - $102K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovative traffic engineering solutions. Leverage your expertise in traffic analysis and project management while mentoring others and ensuring project success in a co...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$72K - $90K *

Engage in multidisciplinary design for water resources and municipal projects. Utilize civil engineering skills to coordinate with teams, clients, and agencies while contributing to project planning...

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

$72K - $90K *

Elevate your career by applying civil engineering expertise in diverse water resources and municipal projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, plan, and execute impactful solutions...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$72K - $90K *

Empower your career by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on diverse water resources and municipal projects, enhancing community infrastructure through innovative design and engineering soluti...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$97K - $194K *

Join a team that supports municipal wastewater treatment projects across the nation. Leverage your engineering expertise on complex designs while collaborating with multidisciplinary professionals to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $110K *

Champion environmental solutions by managing remediation projects from planning to execution. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and client satisfaction while making a positive impact...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative drinking water projects, ensuring safe and sustainable systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to tackle evolving water quality challenges and enhanc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading impactful drinking water projects. Manage the full project lifecycle, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and drive innovative solutions to ensure safe and sustain...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of structural engineering by leading projects, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring design excellence while collaborating with diverse teams to deliver innovative, sustainable sol...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $102K *

Lead innovative structural engineering projects, balancing creativity and efficiency. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safety, performance, and sustainability while delivering high-q...

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  •   5 - 7 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.