Sr Water Resources Engineer

Posted 3 days ago

anonymousBoise (ID)

Water Resource Specialists Engineering Services

SENIORITY

Manager

SALARY

$140,000

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About the role

We are seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer - Team Lead to lead the planning, design, and delivery of complex water resources projects including H&H modeling, stormwater management, irrigation systems, flood mitigation, watershed studies, river restoration, and dam/reservoir rehabilitation. This role combines technical leadership, project management, client engagement, and team development.

Key Responsibilities: Lead hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) modeling using tools such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, and SWMM/PCSWMM.Manage project scope, schedule, budget, resources, and risk. Serve as the primary client contact and lead technical meetings and presentations. Oversee design reports, PS&E packages, permitting applications, and QA/QC reviews. Mentor and develop engineers and EITs while balancing team workloads. Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and provide construction-phase support. Support business development, proposals, and client account growth.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Civil, Water Resources, Environmental Engineering, or related ABET-accredited program.8+ years of water resources engineering experience. PE license preferred. Strong experience in H&H modeling, stormwater, floodplain, and watershed projects. Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and ArcGIS/QGIS.Experience managing project budgets, schedules, and client relationships. Knowledge of FEMA, USACE, state, and local permitting processes preferred. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Compensation & Benefits:

Up to $140,000 base salary
Annual performance bonus
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)90% employer-paid health insurance premiums 401(k) with company match up to 4%Generous PTO, paid parental leave, and volunteer time off
Company-paid life, disability, and AD&D insurance
Flexible work arrangements
Relocation assistance

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