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.
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Empower the future of municipal water and wastewater projects by leading planning, design, and delivery efforts. Manage multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and strengthen client relationship...
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$90K - $110K *
Champion innovative geotechnical solutions, manage projects, and mentor junior staff while ensuring compliance with industry standards and fostering client relationships in a dynamic engineering envir...
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Unlock your potential as a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, leading innovative projects and fostering client relationships while driving business growth in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment...
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Drive innovation in water resources by leading multidisciplinary teams, managing projects, and fostering client relationships. This role offers the chance to shape water infrastructure solutions and m...
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Join a dynamic team to lead and grow a regional water practice, driving strategic initiatives and delivering complex municipal projects while mentoring talent and enhancing client relationships across...
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$91K - $160K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of project management, overseeing budgets, schedules, and stakeholder engagement. Drive project success through risk assessment, resource planning, and client rela...
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Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team as a Senior Environmental Professional, driving environmental permitting for power projects in the Western U.S. Collaborate with specialists to analyze impacts, prepare permits, an...
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Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist
$93K - $128K *
Champion environmental permitting strategies for large infrastructure projects, guiding regulatory processes from design to construction. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and sustain...
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Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist
$93K - $128K *
Advance your career by leading environmental permitting strategies for complex infrastructure projects. Collaborate with stakeholders and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while driving s...
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Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist
$93K - $128K *
Lead the charge in advancing complex infrastructure projects by developing and executing environmental permitting strategies, ensuring compliance, and fostering relationships with regulators and stake...
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Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist
$93K - $128K *
Champion environmental permitting strategies for large infrastructure projects, guiding regulatory processes from design to construction. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and sustain...
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Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist
$93K - $128K *
Join a team that's advancing sustainable infrastructure projects by leading environmental permitting strategies, guiding regulatory processes, and ensuring compliance throughout all project phases whi...
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Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist
$93K - $128K *
Lead environmental permitting strategies for complex infrastructure projects, guiding regulatory processes from design to construction. Your expertise will ensure compliance and foster relationships w...
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Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist
$96K - $132K *
Lead environmental permitting strategies for complex infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering relationships with stakeholders. Drive project success from design thro...
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Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist
$93K - $128K *
Lead environmental permitting strategies for complex infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering relationships with stakeholders. Drive sustainable practices from desig...
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Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist
$93K - $128K *
Lead environmental permitting strategies for complex infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering relationships with stakeholders. Drive project success from design thro...
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Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist
$93K - $128K *
Pioneer sustainable infrastructure by leading environmental permitting strategies for complex projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and successful project delivery from design t...
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Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist
$93K - $128K *
Lead environmental permitting strategies for complex infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering relationships with stakeholders. Drive sustainable practices while guid...
3 weeks ago
Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist
$93K - $128K *
Accelerate your career by leading environmental permitting strategies for complex infrastructure projects. Drive regulatory processes, ensure compliance, and foster relationships with stakeholders to...
3 weeks ago
Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist
$93K - $128K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead environmental permitting for major infrastructure projects. Your expertise will guide regulatory processes, ensuring compliance and fostering relationships with stakeho...
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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.