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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$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative transportation systems by collaborating with diverse clients to enhance traffic safety and efficiency. Drive project growth through analysis and optimization of...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform transportation systems by collaborating with diverse clients to design safer, efficient traffic solutions. Leverage your expertise in traffic engineering to enhance operations and drive impa...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform transportation systems by collaborating with diverse clients to design safer, efficient traffic solutions. Leverage your expertise in traffic engineering to enhance road safety and optimize...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming infrastructure with your deep engineering expertise. Lead complex bridge projects across states, mentor talent, and integrate innovative solutions while enhancing your...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$81K - $135K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of municipal water/wastewater projects. Lead multi-disciplinary design efforts, ensuring compliance and quality while managing budgets and schedules in a dynamic...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

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

$81K - $135K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team managing multi-disciplinary municipal water/wastewater projects. Lead design efforts, ensure compliance, and enhance project strategies while fostering communicati...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

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

$81K - $135K *

Lead the charge in managing multi-disciplinary municipal water/wastewater projects, ensuring compliance and quality in design delivery while collaborating with diverse teams to meet client and operati...

6 days ago

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

$81K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to manage multi-disciplinary municipal water/wastewater projects, ensuring compliant designs and effective communication among stakeholders while adhering to budget and schedule re...

Markham, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

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

$144K - $196K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic construction management team, ensuring quality control, optimizing project schedules, and driving strategic recommendations across multiple projects while fo...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$81K - $126K *

Drive progress in development plan reviews, ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate across departments to enhance project efficiency and quality while serving as an expert resource to suppor...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Join our team to expand our asbestos and industrial hygiene practice, overseeing inspections and remediation projects. Collaborate with experts, mentor junior staff, and ensure quality standards while...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Champion innovative water resources engineering solutions by managing diverse projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and mentoring junior engineers to enhance team capabilities and client sat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $160K *

Advance your career as a Senior/Principal Environmental Consultant, leading subsurface investigations and remediation projects while mentoring junior staff and driving business development in the nort...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $160K *

Advance your career as a Senior/Principal Environmental Consultant, leading subsurface investigations and remediation projects while mentoring junior staff and driving business development in the nort...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Empower project success by managing environmental investigations and remediations. Develop client relations, lead fieldwork, and guide staff while ensuring compliance and excellence across diverse pro...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Manage diverse water/wastewater projects to enhance community systems. Deliver innovative solutions, foster client relationships, and mentor emerging engineers, while ensuring high-quality outcomes th...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advancing innovative wastewater solutions, overseeing design and permitting for diverse projects. Collaborate with industry leaders to grow a high-performing team while integrating...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead engineering projects from concept to completion, managing design teams and ensuring quality control while mentoring junior staff and coordinating with stakeholders for successful project delivery...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead engineering projects from concept to completion, managing teams and ensuring quality. Collaborate with stakeholders, mentor junior staff, and drive innovative solutions in civil engineering to me...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of civil engineering by leading projects from concept to completion. Drive innovation, mentor talent, and ensure quality while collaborating with diverse teams an...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Manage complex water treatment projects, ensuring quality, safety, and adherence to scope, schedule, and budget. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to drive project success from initiation to...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive the success of complex water treatment projects by leading a skilled team, ensuring quality, safety, and adherence to budget and schedule while effectively communicating with stakeholders throug...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead complex water treatment projects by guiding a skilled team, ensuring quality, safety, and adherence to scope, schedule, and budget while effectively communicating with stakeholders and managing e...

Oakville, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to lead water/wastewater design projects, managing scope and budget while leveraging client relationships. Engage in innovative solutions for municipal and private clients, enhanci...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career as a Geotechnical Engineer, leading critical dam and power infrastructure projects. Drive analysis, design, and field investigations while mentoring others and enhancing our hydrop...

Reposted yesterday

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

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.