Senior Civil Engineer
Senior Civil Engineer | Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater
Role Summary
A multidisciplinary engineering firm with a strong public sector footprint is hiring a Senior Civil Engineer with deep water utility experience. This role sits within a close knit water infrastructure group and plays a meaningful part in delivering high impact municipal projects across California.
The position combines technical leadership, project delivery, client coordination, and staff development. It is best suited for someone who likes responsibility, variety, and long term growth within a collaborative team.
What You Will Work On
- Lead planning, design, and permitting for water, wastewater, recycled water, and stormwater infrastructure
- Support new and rehabilitated treatment facilities including groundwater, surface water, and wastewater systems
- Lead conveyance infrastructure efforts such as pipelines, pump stations, and storage facilities
- Serve in responsible charge, including signing and sealing engineering documents
- Manage multidisciplinary project teams and oversee scope, schedule, and quality
- Coordinate directly with clients, subconsultants, and regulatory agencies
- Support proposal development and select business development efforts
- Mentor and develop engineers pursuing long term careers in water utilities
Technical Focus
- Treatment systems including permitting and coordination with state regulatory agencies
- Utility conveyance systems and associated hydraulic and operational considerations
- Review and quality control of plans, specifications, cost estimates, and technical reports
- Engineering analysis, evaluation of alternatives, and clear technical documentation
What This Role Requires
- Licensed Professional Engineer in California
- Typically 8 or more years of progressive engineering experience, including project management
- Minimum of 3 years in responsible charge
- Strong background in municipal water, wastewater, and stormwater projects
- Familiarity with treatment and conveyance design standards and permitting processes
- Experience managing multiple projects concurrently
- Comfortable leading teams and communicating complex issues clearly
- Proficient with common civil engineering software such as Civil 3D, hydraulic modeling tools, and standard office applications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or related engineering field
FAQs
Congratulations, we understand that taking the time to apply is a big step. When you apply, your details go directly to the consultant who is sourcing talent. Due to demand, we may not get back to all applicants that have applied. However, we always keep your CV and details on file so when we see similar roles or see skillsets that drive growth in organisations, we will always reach out to discuss opportunities.
Yes. Even if this role isn’t a perfect match, applying allows us to understand your expertise and ambitions, ensuring you're on our radar for the right opportunity when it arises.
We also work in several ways, firstly we advertise our roles available on our site, however, often due to confidentiality we may not post all. We also work with clients who are more focused on skills and understanding what is required to future-proof their business.
That's why we recommend registering your CV so you can be considered for roles that have yet to be created.
Yes, we help with CV and interview preparation. From customised support on how to optimise your CV to interview preparation and compensation negotiations, we advocate for you throughout your next career move.