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.
Project Manager, Wastewater/Water Treatment
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in managing diverse water and wastewater treatment projects, overseeing all phases from planning to commissioning. Utilize your technical expertise to ensure project success while ment...
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Project Manager, Wastewater/Water Treatment
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in managing diverse water and wastewater projects, guiding teams from planning through execution. Leverage your technical expertise to ensure project success while mentoring junior sta...
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Project Manager, Wastewater/Water Treatment
$90K - $110K *
Champion your career by leading diverse water and wastewater projects. Drive project success from planning to commissioning while mentoring teams and ensuring quality and compliance across Southern On...
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Project Manager, Wastewater/Water Treatment
$100K - $120K *
Advance your career by leading diverse water and wastewater treatment projects. Oversee planning, design, and construction phases while mentoring junior staff and ensuring project efficiency and compl...
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Project Manager, Wastewater/Water Treatment
$100K - $120K *
Lead and manage diverse water/wastewater treatment projects from planning to execution. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success, mentor junior staff, and maintain client relationships while a...
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$80K - $95K *
Elevate your career by applying your engineering expertise to diverse geotechnical projects, from site characterization to construction monitoring, while developing essential business skills for a suc...
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$98K - $163K *
Drive innovative structural solutions for complex industrial and nuclear projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance facility design and safety, while supporting critical infrastruct...
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$135K - $165K *
Take ownership of traffic engineering projects and drive strategic growth by providing technical expertise, mentoring staff, and engaging with clients and stakeholders across multiple states, while pr...
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$135K - $165K *
Join our team to lead traffic engineering projects, mentoring staff while fostering client relationships to grow our practice across the Southwest. You will manage operations, ensure quality, and inno...
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$135K - $165K *
Lead the charge in advancing traffic engineering solutions across multiple states. Manage complex transportation projects, mentor junior staff, and drive business growth while ensuring innovative and...
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$110K - $179K *
Join a dynamic team as a Senior Civil Engineer, managing diverse land development projects. Leverage your expertise to enhance client relationships, mentor junior staff, and drive innovative solutions...
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$80K - $85K *
Join a dynamic team as you support civil design projects, ensuring compliance and integrating project goals. Your expertise in engineering drawings and site design will help shape sustainable solution...
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$139K - $174K *
Lead the charge in electrical engineering projects, guiding teams to deliver innovative solutions while ensuring quality, safety, and compliance in a supportive, growth-focused environment...
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$139K - $174K *
Join a dynamic engineering team to lead complex electrical projects, ensuring quality deliverables while fostering growth and innovation among team members in a dynamic work environment...
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$139K - $174K *
Transform engineering projects by leading technical work and mentoring team members. Manage project scope, schedule, and resources while ensuring quality deliverables and compliance with industry stan...
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Lead engineering projects by mentoring staff, ensuring compliance, and driving innovative design solutions for building electrical systems, while supporting strategic goals and project timelines. Insp...
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Engineer impactful electrical systems by leading projects, mentoring teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate to foster innovation and quality in complex building designs, d...
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Civil Project Engineer - Municipal Services
$86K - $101K *
Advance your career by delivering innovative water resource solutions. Collaborate with municipal clients on diverse projects that enhance community infrastructure while promoting professional growth...
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Senior or Principal Practice Leader - Environmental Engineer or Geoscienist
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of environmental engineering. Lead diverse projects, drive business development, and mentor professionals while ensuring compliance and client satisfaction across...
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Civil Engineer/Permitting Specialist
$140K - $160K *
Lead complex land development projects from conception to completion, mentoring engineering staff while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions for public and privat...
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Civil Engineer/Permitting Specialist
$140K - $160K *
Empower your career by managing complex land development projects, leading teams, and delivering innovative engineering solutions from conception to completion while ensuring client satisfaction and q...
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$125K - $160K *
Architect innovative solutions by leading diverse project teams, ensuring design excellence across commercial, institutional, and federal sectors while managing client relationships and project delive...
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$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of our team by driving innovative projects and leading cross-functional collaboration. This role offers the opportunity to influence strategy and enhance operational efficiency across...
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Senior Electrical Engineer (10+ years)
$110K - $130K *
Advance our electrical engineering practice by leading complex projects, mentoring engineers, and enhancing capabilities across various sectors. Drive innovation and quality while fostering client rel...
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Senior Electrical Engineer (10+ years)
$110K - $130K *
Seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead complex projects, mentor teams, and enhance our electrical capabilities across various sectors, ensuring compliance and quality in design and delivery whil...
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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.