Explore a wide range of water resources engineer positions that pay over $100,000 per year. These high-end roles require a combination of experience, technical knowledge, and leadership skills in water management and hydrological engineering.
A Water Resources Engineer plans, designs, and oversees construction of water resource management facilities, including reservoirs, canals, and irrigation systems. They also play a crucial role in managing water resources in times of increased scarcity and climatic changes. This role requires a strong understanding of advanced mathematics and environmental sciences.
As water becomes a more precious commodity with each passing year, jobs in water resources engineering grow in demand. Helping to sustainably manage this vital resource can be both rewarding and challenging.
Program Manager - Water & Wastewater Infrastructure
$180K - $280K *
Lead the delivery of complex water and wastewater programs, guiding municipal and utility clients through planning, design, and construction while managing diverse stakeholders and ensuring effective...
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Program Manager - Water & Wastewater Infrastructure
$180K - $280K *
Elevate the delivery of large-scale water & wastewater programs by managing all phases, from planning to construction, ensuring effective stakeholder engagement and program controls while guiding clie...
3 weeks ago
Program Manager - Water & Wastewater Infrastructure
$180K - $280K *
Lead and manage complex water and wastewater capital programs, ensuring strategic execution and stakeholder engagement. Drive governance, controls, and continuous improvement across diverse delivery m...
3 weeks ago
Senior Project Manager - Civil / Water / Wastewater
$90K - $120K *
Lead the charge in executing impactful water and civil construction projects, driving operational excellence and team development while fostering client relationships and ensuring safety throughout th...
1 week ago
Program Manager - Water & Wastewater Infrastructure
$180K - $280K *
Join a team that's committed to transforming water infrastructure through strategic program management. Lead complex multimillion-dollar projects, guiding clients from planning to execution while fost...
3 weeks ago
Senior Civil or Environmental Engineer
$80K - $110K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in civil and environmental engineering projects. Lead diverse initiatives related to waste management, power, and infrastructure while ensuring quality, complianc...
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Senior Civil or Environmental Engineer
$85K - $110K *
Lead complex civil engineering projects, ensuring regulatory compliance, team coordination, and strategic growth while delivering client-focused results in infrastructure and environmental design...
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Senior Civil or Environmental Engineer
$90K - $120K *
Lead the charge in civil and environmental engineering projects, providing strategic oversight and technical guidance while ensuring compliance and successful project execution across diverse sectors...
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$70K - $95K *
Design impactful structural solutions for water and wastewater facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, drive projects from concept to completion, and apply your expertise in reinforced c...
3 days ago
Environmental Scientist - Field Lead
$70K - $95K *
Lead impactful environmental projects in the Gulf region by conducting assessments, permitting strategy, and compliance to drive success for diverse industries. Collaborate with clients and stakeholde...
1 week ago
$82K - $132K *
Lead the charge in innovative waste management solutions, overseeing solid waste projects from design to execution. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure superior client service and drive...
3 weeks ago
Senior Dams Engineer / Practice Leader
$140K - $200K *
Shape the future of water infrastructure by leading complex projects and expanding market shares in the NYC metro area. Collaborate with teams, drive business growth, and manage local to national proj...
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Senior Dams Engineer / Practice Leader
$140K - $200K *
Join as a Senior Dams Engineer to lead innovative water infrastructure projects. Collaborate with teams to enhance the metro NY Dams Practice and drive strategic growth in a critical urban market whil...
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National Practice Lead Hydrogeologist
$120K - $150K *
Create impactful hydrogeological services across North America and the Caribbean, driving innovative water resource projects while serving as a key subject matter expert in groundwater management and...
2 weeks ago
Civil Engineer - Site Development - Federal
$70K - $95K *
Engage in the full lifecycle of civil site development projects, including design and project management, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and addressing client needs effectively...
3 weeks ago
Lead Project Engineer - Hydraulics
$112K - $164K *
Lead and mentor engineering teams in developing hydraulic actuation devices for aerospace applications. Drive project objectives, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver innovative soluti...
2 weeks ago
Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
$130K - $200K *
Engage in dynamic project management for water/wastewater initiatives. Lead project planning, execution, and client interaction while fostering team collaboration, ensuring compliance, and driving bus...
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Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
$130K - $200K *
Engage as a Water/Wastewater Project Manager overseeing diverse projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering client relationships to deliver top-notch solutions in a collaborative con...
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Water/Wastewater Project Manager
$64K - $152K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative water/wastewater projects while collaborating with a dynamic team. Manage multi-discipline designs, ensure project success, and enhance infrastructure across m...
3 weeks ago
Water/Wastewater Project Manager
$95K - $152K *
Transform your career by leading diverse municipal water and wastewater projects. Engage with multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets, and drive innovative solutions while mentoring junior engineers a...
1 month ago
Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
$130K - $200K *
Transform water and wastewater projects by managing all phases from planning to construction. Build strong client relationships and lead a team in a dynamic environment, ensuring projects meet budget...
Reposted 3 days ago
Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
$130K - $200K *
Join a team that's committed to delivering innovative water and wastewater solutions. Manage diverse infrastructure projects while mentoring talent and enhancing client relationships in a dynamic cons...
2 weeks ago
Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
$130K - $200K *
Contribute to transformative water/wastewater projects as a leader driving project success and client satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to manage schedules, budgets, and client relationships while...
Reposted 5 days ago
$80K - $110K *
Drive impactful engineering design and project management for diverse municipal and private sector initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance infrastructure while mentoring junior engineers in a s...
3 weeks ago
Senior Environmental Engineer - Site Investigations, Due Diligence, and Regulatory Compliance
$80K - $110K *
Lead environmental projects by delivering engineering solutions and consulting services. Collaborate with diverse teams to perform assessments, ensure compliance, and communicate complex engineering c...
2 weeks ago
What qualifications do I need to become a Water Resources Engineer?
Generally, a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a similar field is required. Some positions may require a master's degree or higher, especially if specializing in a certain area. Certifications and licenses like the Professional Engineer (PE) license can be advantageous.
Where are jobs for Water Resources Engineers located?
Jobs can be found nationwide, but are more commonly found in areas with issues related to water supply and quality, including coastal regions, drought-stricken areas, and locations with extensive agricultural operations.
What is the average salary for Water Resources Engineers?
The salary can vary depending on the region, level of experience, and the specific industry. However, on Ladders, we only showcase jobs that offer $100,000 or more.