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.
$75K - $125K *
Empower innovation in wastewater treatment by applying advanced engineering techniques. Collaborate on diverse projects, tackling complex challenges while driving growth in a dynamic environment focus...
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Senior Environmental Planner / Scientist
$160K - $240K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead environmental projects, manage client relationships, and mentor staff. Drive strategic growth in environmental permitting and compliance while collaborating with multid...
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Water & Wastewater Project Manager
$85K - $102K *
Lead and manage diverse water/wastewater projects with municipalities, ensuring client satisfaction through effective budget and team management while leveraging funding sources for successful project...
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$80K - $120K *
Support diverse environmental projects by coordinating investigations and remediation efforts. Collaborate with teams to tackle complex challenges while enhancing your project management skills and te...
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$90K - $120K *
Drive impactful environmental projects by managing site investigations and remediation efforts. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver solutions that meet regulatory standards while ensuring pr...
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Water & Wastewater Project Manager
$85K - $100K *
Grow your career with a leading firm by managing water/wastewater projects, consulting with municipalities, and maximizing funding sources. Lead a diverse team to deliver impactful solutions that enha...
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Water & Wastewater Project Manager
$88K - $105K *
Join a team that's dedicated to managing impactful water and wastewater projects. Leverage your expertise to ensure successful outcomes for municipalities while leading a collaborative and supportive...
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Water & Wastewater Project Manager
$85K - $102K *
Grow your career with a team-focused environment, leading water/wastewater projects. Collaborate with municipalities to enhance community infrastructure, manage diverse projects, and deliver outstandi...
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Water & Wastewater Project Manager
$85K - $102K *
Join a team that's dedicated to leading water/wastewater projects, collaborating with municipalities to deliver impactful solutions while managing budgets and client relationships effectively. Drive s...
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Water & Wastewater Project Manager
$88K - $105K *
Lead and manage diverse water/wastewater projects for municipalities, ensuring client satisfaction while achieving financial goals. Collaborate with a team of professionals to produce innovative solut...
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Water & Wastewater Project Manager
$85K - $100K *
Elevate your career by leading impactful water/wastewater projects. Collaborate with municipalities, manage diverse teams, and leverage funding sources to achieve successful outcomes while enhancing c...
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Water & Wastewater Project Manager
$88K - $105K *
Unlock potential by leading water/wastewater projects with municipalities, ensuring successful implementation and leveraging funding sources. Collaborate with a team to achieve client satisfaction whi...
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Senior Roadway Design Engineer
$88K - $105K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative transportation infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure high-quality design and execution while maintaining budgets and sch...
2 weeks ago
Senior Roadway Design Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of transportation engineering by leading and delivering complex roadway projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure high-quality outcomes while fostering cl...
2 weeks ago
Civil Engineer Level I/II - Water/Wastewater
$95K - $146K *
Unlock potential by managing water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Lead planning, design, and construction efforts while ensuring compliance with standards and regulations. Collaborate with te...
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Sr. Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
$108K - $130K *
Manage and coordinate multiple municipal water/wastewater projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget. Collaborate with stakeholders and oversee project phases from planning to closeout, while mi...
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Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by supporting Major Projects in geotechnical engineering, focusing on pavement design and analysis. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions from ince...
3 weeks ago
Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater Treatment
$85K - $100K *
Shape the future of water infrastructure by leading civil engineering projects in municipal water and wastewater systems, collaborating with skilled teams to deliver innovative solutions and ensuring...
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Senior Transportation Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Drive impactful roadway design projects by leveraging your expertise in urban and rural engineering. Lead teams in quality assurance, client communications, and project management, while mentoring jun...
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Senior Transportation Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Tackle complex transportation challenges as a Senior Highway/Roads Engineer. Lead design projects and ensure quality, driving innovation in urban and highway systems while mentoring teams and engaging...
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$110K - $130K *
Lead the execution of capital projects across multiple manufacturing sites, ensuring alignment with safety, quality, and operational goals. Drive collaboration among teams to deliver projects on time...
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Sr. Engineer- Stormwater Infrastructure
$79K - $122K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing floodplain management and infrastructure. Lead projects, oversee contracts, and ensure high-quality service while collaborating with agencies and the communit...
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$55K - $115K *
Drive impactful engineering solutions by assessing complex water system projects, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance drinking water qual...
6 days ago
Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater
$80K - $95K *
Lead technical design and engineering execution on diverse projects, ensuring compliance and quality from concept to completion. Mentor staff, coordinate across disciplines, and engage with clients wh...
3 weeks ago
Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater
$80K - $95K *
Lead technical design and engineering execution on diverse projects, ensuring compliance and quality from concept to completion. Mentor junior staff and coordinate across disciplines while balancing b...
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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.