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.
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Champion impactful water resources projects, managing design teams and driving innovation in storm drainage systems and flood studies while ensuring project success across various clients and agencies...
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Drive innovative coastal engineering solutions for large-scale water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance climate resilience and manage complex client need...
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Empower project success by leading high-impact transportation drainage initiatives, managing client relationships, and driving innovative solutions from concept to completion while ensuring compliance...
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Join a team that's dedicated to delivering successful projects on time and within budget. Leverage your construction engineering expertise to track costs, manage resources, and ensure compliance, whil...
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Manage wastewater treatment projects from concept to commissioning, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize plant performance and deliver impactful infrastructure solutions that enhance...
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Empower communities by managing wastewater treatment projects from concept to commissioning. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize plant performance and deliver impactful infrastructure...
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Manage and oversee process engineering tasks in minerals processing, ensuring project objectives are met. Collaborate with clients and lead teams to deliver innovative solutions across various commodi...
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Champion the delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, leading multidisciplinary teams through all project phases while managing client relationships and ensuring quality outcomes acro...
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Drive impactful water and wastewater projects by leading multidisciplinary teams, managing project lifecycles, and fostering client relationships to enhance civil infrastructure across Alberta...
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Drive impactful water and wastewater projects by leading multidisciplinary teams, managing project lifecycles, and fostering client relationships to enhance civil infrastructure across Alberta...
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Champion innovative water and wastewater projects, leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful civil infrastructure solutions for diverse clients across Alberta, from planning through to proj...
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Champion innovative water and wastewater projects, leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver civil infrastructure solutions for diverse clients across Alberta, from planning through execution, while...
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Lead the charge in delivering impactful water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Utilize your project management expertise to guide multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and overs...
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Lead and manage diverse water and wastewater infrastructure projects, guiding multidisciplinary teams through planning, design, and delivery phases while fostering client relationships and ensuring pr...
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Senior Field Geotechnical Engineer
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Senior Field Geotechnical Engineer
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Drive on-site geotechnical leadership for a large-scale manufacturing project, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and offering technical direction to junior staff while overseeing extensiv...
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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.