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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative civil engineering solutions for water, sewer, and stormwater projects. Collaborate with diverse teams and clients to ensure successful project outcomes across...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Transform your career as you lead mid-size construction projects, overseeing teams and ensuring timely, budget-friendly delivery. Utilize your expertise in project management and engineering to inspir...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$145K - $158K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Professional Geologist, leading complex solid waste projects. Drive groundwater monitoring, regulatory compliance, and multidisciplinary collaboration to deliver inno...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $225K *

Transform your career by leading multi-discipline water/wastewater projects. Drive growth, mentor teams, and build client relationships while enjoying autonomy and the potential for ownership in a thr...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of environmental consulting. Lead impactful projects, build client relationships, and collaborate with experts to enhance our environmental practice in Sioux Fall...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse environmental projects, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence while fostering strong client relationships and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead environmental projects from inception to completion, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence. Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams to deliver effective solutions while fost...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to impactful environmental projects by managing all phases from proposal to completion. Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety, quality, and budget objectives...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Manage environmental projects from inception to completion, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and timely delivery. Collaborate with clients and teams to define scope, monitor progress, and resolve is...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's redefining water resource infrastructure. As an Intermediate Structural Engineer, you'll collaborate on innovative projects, manage timelines, mentor junior staff, and contribute to...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $140K *

Inspire growth by leading business development in the Water Environment sector. Collaborate with teams to enhance client relationships, drive strategic initiatives, and deliver complex projects while...

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

$125K - $150K *

Elevate business growth in the Water Environment sector by leading strategic initiatives, fostering client relationships, and delivering complex projects. Drive team development and operational excell...

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

$95K - $115K *

Manage and oversee water resources projects from planning to construction, ensuring quality delivery through client coordination, technical oversight, and team leadership while mentoring junior staff...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at driving business growth in Texas by developing and managing client relationships, overseeing projects, and mentoring talent in the water and wastewater sectors for enhanced comm...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $150K *

Drive the growth of a new transportation engineering practice, shaping its direction and team while leveraging existing client relationships. Combine technical expertise with entrepreneurial leadershi...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $150K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex transportation projects, managing client relationships, and guiding teams to ensure successful outcomes for state and local DOT clients. Drive project execution f...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead geotechnical engineering projects, providing technical direction and innovative solutions across diverse sectors. Engage with clients and teams to ensure compliance, quality, and successful proje...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovative geotechnical solutions by leading complex projects, conducting field investigations, and providing expert analysis. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and drive pr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing environmental compliance for diverse projects across Hawaii and the Pacific Islands. Lead complex permitting efforts, prepare critical documents, and support j...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by collaborating on diverse civil engineering projects, supporting senior engineers in design, analysis, and fieldwork while managing team tasks and ensuring project success through e...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading civil design and geotechnical analysis for mining and infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and innovative solutions while mentoring a multidisciplinary team...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $125K *

Shape the future of sustainable building design by leveraging your expertise in HVAC and mechanical systems. Join a dynamic team focused on innovative solutions for water sector projects, fostering co...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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

$90K - $108K *

Lead the charge in managing complex environmental projects, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring junior staff. Drive site investigations and remediation efforts, fostering client relationsh...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $106K *

Unlock potential by applying engineering principles to geotechnical projects, conducting site assessments, and leading analyses while gaining essential business skills in a collaborative consulting en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead and innovate civil engineering projects ensuring standards and compliance. Utilize advanced design skills to execute drainage, stormwater, and roadway designs, fostering collaboration with multid...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.