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.
$80K - $95K *
Optimize environmental assessments and remediation strategies to ensure compliance with regulations. Collaborate with a diverse team to deliver high-quality projects while mentoring junior staff and e...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $100K *
Analyze and enhance stormwater quality compliance through hydrology modeling, report writing, and engineering support. Collaborate on diverse projects while enjoying flexible work arrangements that pr...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
$88K - $105K *
Join a dynamic team to lead water and wastewater infrastructure projects, managing multidisciplinary efforts while ensuring compliance with engineering standards and client expectations. Mentor junior...
4 weeks ago
$150K - $175K *
Collaborate with a team of experts on complex hydrogeological projects globally, developing innovative groundwater models. Influence mining operations by addressing critical water management challenge...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Water/Wastewater Project Manager
$118K - $135K *
Empower your career by leading diverse water and wastewater projects. Manage planning, design, and construction while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions and enh...
3 weeks ago
Water/Wastewater Project Manager
$118K - $135K *
Lead the charge in managing diverse water and wastewater projects, overseeing planning, design, and construction while fostering client relationships and mentoring teams to deliver innovative solution...
3 weeks ago
Senior Traffic Engineer - Supervising Traffic Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Lead traffic engineering projects across California, providing technical expertise and mentorship. Oversee studies, design procedures, and quality control while collaborating with interdisciplinary te...
1 week ago
Senior Traffic Engineer - Supervising Traffic Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Join our team as a Senior Traffic Engineer, leading traffic studies and providing technical expertise for multimodal transportation projects across California. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure...
1 week ago
Senior Traffic Engineer - Supervising Traffic Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Elevate your career by leading innovative traffic engineering projects across California. Utilize your expertise to guide teams, enhance multimodal transportation solutions, and ensure high-quality de...
1 week ago
Senior Traffic Engineer - Supervising Traffic Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Lead traffic engineering projects across California, providing technical expertise and mentorship. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality deliverables while managing budgets a...
1 week ago
$80K - $141K *
Elevate dam safety initiatives by ensuring structural integrity and operational safety through inspections, monitoring, and engineering evaluations. Collaborate with a diverse team to support the Well...
3 days ago
$108K - $130K *
Drive advanced traffic engineering solutions, ensuring design accuracy and compliance. Lead project teams, conduct feasibility studies, and enhance technical processes while collaborating across all s...
3 weeks ago
Environmental Engineer or Geologist
$75K - $110K *
Partner with us to address environmental challenges through site investigation and remediation. Contribute to diverse projects across the U.S., collaborating with clients and teams to ensure effective...
2 weeks ago
$121K - $185K *
Unlock potential by providing senior technical leadership on federal projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to tackle complex engineering challenges, ensuring quality and alignment with client needs...
6 days ago
$121K - $185K *
Join a team that's redefining structural engineering for federal projects. Leverage your expertise to lead technical initiatives, guide teams, and ensure quality standards while driving innovation and...
6 days ago
Senior Mechanical Engineer | Healthcare
$124K - $150K *
Lead the charge in multi-discipline project management and design execution, ensuring client satisfaction in healthcare engineering. Collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver innovative solutions a...
2 weeks ago
Senior Railroad Construction Manager
$140K - $210K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of railroad construction by overseeing projects, ensuring compliance, and coordinating with stakeholders. This role demands extensive travel and offers the chance...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
The Senior Civil Engineer will lead and manage complex infrastructure and land development projects from concept through construction, ensuring compliance with regulations and engineering standards. T...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Facilities Professional
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in forensic investigations of building envelope systems, collaborating with architects and General Contractors, while ensuring compliance, conducting diagnostic tests, and mentoring ju...
Reposted 2 days ago
Senior Facilities Professional
$88K - $105K *
Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team specializing in building envelope consulting, focusing on forensic investigations and quality assurance while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance proj...
Reposted 2 days ago
Senior Facilities Professional
$88K - $105K *
Transform the landscape of building envelope systems by leading forensic investigations to diagnose and prevent failures in waterproofing, roofing, cladding, and glazing, while ensuring compliance and...
Reposted 2 days ago
Recycled Water Project Manager
$102K - $129K *
Optimize King County's recycled water initiatives by managing projects, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance sustainability and resource recovery efforts across wastewat...
1 week ago
$85K - $100K *
Lead the charge in executing midstream oil & gas projects, ensuring engineering deliverables meet quality and regulatory standards while collaborating across disciplines and supporting project manager...
1 month ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in structural engineering projects, delivering innovative design solutions across diverse markets. Collaborate with clients and manage teams to ensure project success and foster strong...
Reposted 6 days ago
Intermediate/Senior Environmental Planner
$80K - $95K *
Support environmental planning and permitting for diverse infrastructure projects across Alberta and Western Canada. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with municipal and pr...
1 week ago
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.