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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$114K - $143K *

Transform municipal infrastructure projects by leading design, planning, and construction teams, while fostering client relationships and ensuring project success across various municipalities in a vi...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $140K *

Explore exciting opportunities as a Water Resource Engineer/Planner, tackling complex modeling and planning projects while collaborating with a skilled team to enhance flood management and water resou...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $195K *

Unlock potential by leading large-scale capital infrastructure projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions in water and wastewater management, ensuring timely and...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $195K *

Lead the successful delivery of large-scale capital infrastructure projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective execution while collaborating with cross-functional teams to address complex water and w...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative water resource projects. Collaborate with engineers to tackle complex challenges in watershed and stormwater management, while advancing client goals through eff...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Take ownership of diverse water resource projects, using your expertise to lead modeling and planning efforts while collaborating with a skilled team to ensure sustainable and effective solutions...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Drive impactful water resource projects by collaborating with engineers and planners. Utilize your expertise in watershed modeling, flood analysis, and compliance to enhance sustainability and client...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize project management processes by coordinating schedules, contracts, and deliverables. Collaborate with engineers and clients to ensure timely execution of water/wastewater projects while maint...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing high-profile water infrastructure projects, ensuring seamless execution of EPC services, fostering team collaboration, and enhancing client satisfaction through strategic o...

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

$126K - $221K *

Lead and manage multi-million dollar water infrastructure projects, driving business development, client relationships, and project execution. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance operational eff...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing small EPC projects, ensuring successful execution of engineering, procurement, and construction scopes while coordinating teams and delivering on performance, quality, and...

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead impactful water and wastewater projects by managing small teams and ensuring successful execution of engineering, procurement, and construction efforts while focusing on client satisfaction and p...

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

$95K - $140K *

Join our team to evaluate and design rehabilitation solutions for transportation rail stations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to assess site conditions, drainage, and environmental factors...

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

$95K - $140K *

Empower teams by evaluating and designing rehabilitation solutions for transportation rail stations, ensuring compliance with environmental and civil engineering standards while collaborating across m...

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

$92K - $121K *

Lead multidisciplinary municipal infrastructure projects, enhancing community resilience and growth. Manage client relationships, oversee project delivery, and drive business development initiatives w...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead site investigations and remediation efforts, collaborating on diverse environmental projects. Utilize your expertise in contaminated site assessments, inspect construction performance, and manage...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative land development projects by leading design efforts for infrastructure. Collaborate with a skilled team to deliver efficient solutions while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of water and wastewater engineering by driving business development, managing projects, and fostering client relationships in Texas. Lead a team to achieve growth while ensuring proje...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $170K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of energy infrastructure. Provide engineering expertise for pipeline and facility projects, collaborating with seasoned professionals in a dynamic environment foc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Contribute to innovative civil engineering projects by applying standard techniques and collaborating with teams on drainage and stormwater quality solutions for land development...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $170K *

Lead innovative structural engineering projects in the energy sector, providing expert design and analysis for pipeline and facility projects. Collaborate with a skilled team to deliver high-quality s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team to provide engineering support for midstream oil and gas projects. Leverage your design expertise in pipeline and facility projects while collaborating with industry leaders to dri...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Shape the future of structural engineering by providing expert design support for pipeline and facility projects in the energy sector, collaborating with a skilled team to deliver innovative solutions...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Elevate your career by providing engineering support for diverse energy projects. Collaborate with a skilled team to design and analyze structures in the midstream oil and gas sector, ensuring innovat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Pioneer innovative structural engineering solutions for midstream oil and gas projects. Collaborate with a skilled team to deliver high-quality designs and technical expertise, ensuring successful pro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.