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Senior Water Resource Engineer
We're partnering with a growing engineering consultancy seeking an experienced Water Resources Project Manager to lead a diverse range of hydrology, hydraulics, stormwater, and floodplain management projects across the United States. This position offers the chance to work alongside a highly collaborative team while maintaining the autonomy and flexibility that comes with a remote-first environment.
You'll play a key role in delivering innovative solutions to complex water resource challenges, working directly with clients, regulatory agencies, local governments, and multidisciplinary project teams from project conception through construction.
What You'll Be Working On
Projects may include:
- Stormwater management and regulatory compliance
- Watershed planning and floodplain management
- FEMA/NFIP permitting and map revisions
- Flood mitigation and resilience studies
- Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling
- Stream restoration and mitigation projects
- Dam safety and water conveyance systems
- Bridge and culvert hydraulic design
- Water resources permitting
- MS4 program support and compliance services
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and deliver water resources projects from planning through final design and construction support
- Lead hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for surface water systems and infrastructure projects
- Develop, calibrate, and review H&H models using industry-standard software
- Prepare technical reports, engineering calculations, plans, specifications, permit applications, and cost estimates
- Coordinate with clients, agencies, and project stakeholders
- Oversee project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation
- Conduct QA/QC reviews to ensure technical excellence and compliance
- Mentor and support junior engineers and technical staff
- Contribute to client development, proposal efforts, and strategic growth initiatives
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Biosystems Engineering, or a related discipline
- Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain through reciprocity
- 5+ years of water resources engineering experience
- Demonstrated experience managing projects and client relationships
- Strong background in hydrology, hydraulics, stormwater, and floodplain management
- Experience with software such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM, GIS, or similar tools is highly desirable
Ideal Candidate
- Strong technical and analytical problem-solving skills
- Self-motivated and comfortable working independently in a remote environment
- Excellent communication and client-facing abilities
- Proven project management and leadership experience
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Passionate about delivering practical solutions that positively impact communities
What's On Offer
- 100% Remote Working - Work from anywhere within the United States
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Profit-sharing opportunities
- Generous PTO and flexible work schedules
- Professional development and continuing education support
- Clear pathways for career progression and leadership growth
- Collaborative, employee-focused culture that values flexibility, innovation, and work-life balance
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