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Flexible Stream Restoration Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Senior Restoration Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$107K - $147K/yr

Stantec flexible work arrangements include a hybrid model (i.e., a combination of office and remote ... from stream and river restoration to dam removal, fish passage, and aquatic organism passage ...

Senior Restoration Engineer

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$102K - $141K/yr

Stantec flexible work arrangements include a hybrid model (i.e., a combination of office and remote ... from stream and river restoration to dam removal, fish passage, and aquatic organism passage ...

Senior Restoration Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$128K - $192K/yr

Stantec flexible work arrangements include a hybrid model (i.e., a combination of office and remote ... from stream and river restoration to dam removal, fish passage, and aquatic organism passage ...

Senior Restoration Engineer

Fort Collins, CO · On-site

$103K - $142K/yr

Stantec flexible work arrangements include a hybrid model (i.e., a combination of office and remote ... from stream and river restoration to dam removal, fish passage, and aquatic organism passage ...

Water Resources Engineer

Portland, ME · On-site

$110K - $140K/yr

Prepare and review stormwater management and stream restoration design drawings and specifications ... Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment We're growing across the East Coast ...

Water Resources Engineer

Portland, ME · Hybrid

$110K - $140K/yr

Prepare and review stormwater management and stream restoration design drawings and specifications ... Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment We're growing across the East Coast ...

Water Resources Engineer

Augusta, ME · Hybrid

$110K - $140K/yr

Prepare and review stormwater management and stream restoration design drawings and specifications ... Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment We're growing across the East Coast ...

Water Resources Engineer

Portland, ME · Hybrid

$110K - $140K/yr

Prepare and review stormwater management and stream restoration design drawings and specifications ... Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment We're growing across the East Coast ...

Water Resources Engineer

Westbrook, ME · Hybrid

$110K - $140K/yr

Prepare and review stormwater management and stream restoration design drawings and specifications ... Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment We're growing across the East Coast ...

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How much do flexible stream restoration jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for flexible stream restoration in the United States is $24.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $22.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is flexible stream restoration?

Flexible stream restoration refers to adaptive approaches used to restore the health and natural function of streams and rivers. This method emphasizes using a variety of techniques that can be tailored to specific site conditions, such as planting native vegetation, reshaping streambanks, or installing in-stream structures. The goal is to improve water quality, enhance habitats for wildlife, and reduce erosion while allowing for adjustments as environmental conditions change. Flexible stream restoration is often used when traditional, rigid methods are less effective or impractical due to unique site challenges.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in flexible stream restoration roles?

Professionals in flexible stream restoration often encounter challenges such as adapting to changing site conditions, coordinating with multiple stakeholders (e.g., landowners, regulatory agencies, and engineers), and managing unpredictable weather or environmental impacts. Balancing ecological goals with project timelines and budgets can also require creative problem-solving. Team members typically collaborate closely on site assessments, design modifications, and implementation, making strong communication skills essential.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a stream restoration specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Stream Restoration Specialist, you need expertise in environmental science, hydrology, and ecology, typically supported by a degree in environmental engineering or a related field. Familiarity with GIS software, CAD tools, and permitting processes, as well as certifications such as Professional Engineer (PE) or Certified Ecological Restoration Practitioner (CERP), are often required. Strong project management, collaboration, and communication skills help you work effectively with diverse stakeholders and regulatory agencies. These abilities are essential to design, implement, and maintain successful stream restoration projects that meet both ecological and regulatory objectives.

What is the difference between Flexible Stream Restoration vs Stream Restoration Technician?

AspectFlexible Stream RestorationStream Restoration Technician
CredentialsEnvironmental certifications, ecological restoration trainingEnvironmental or technical certifications, field experience
Work EnvironmentFieldwork, ecological assessment, project planningHands-on restoration activities, site monitoring
Employer & IndustryEnvironmental consulting firms, government agenciesRestoration contractors, environmental services companies

Flexible Stream Restoration involves planning and designing ecological projects to restore stream health, often requiring certifications in environmental science. Stream Restoration Technicians perform the physical work on-site, implementing restoration plans. Both roles are essential in stream restoration projects but differ mainly in responsibilities and required credentials.

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Infographic showing various Flexible Stream Restoration job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,173 per year, or $24.1 per hour.

Watershed Services (Stream Restoration) Manager

McCormick Taylor, Inc.

Baltimore, MD • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Re-posted 4 days ago


Job description

Who We Are McCormick Taylor, Inc. is a full-service civil engineering firm providing creative design, planning, and environmental solutions to the challenges of everyday life. Since 1946, we've focused on our relationships with people-our employees, our clients, and the communities we serve.

Our culture matters because our people matter. We strive to create pathways for career advancement that suit the individual. We embrace hybrid work flexibility and the cultural shift toward a greater work-life balance.

We've grown as a company over 75 years and 17 offices by building our team around people that share our passion for meaningful and impactful work. Who We're Looking For McCormick Taylor is seeking an experienced Manager/Sr. Manager for our Watershed Services team in our growing Baltimore, MD office.

We are looking for a person that is excited to lead a dynamic, collaborative team that is passionate about their work. The ideal candidate is anticipated to have 12+ years of experience with design and management of stream restoration projects and other projects which support water quality and MS4 compliance, as well as a solid understanding of fluvial geomorphology, sediment transport, stream ecology and stream assessment principles. The candidate should have experience interfacing with Maryland state and municipal/county clients and managing work under local on-call contracts for environmental design services.

The role may include work in adjacent states and District of Columbia. Job title and compensation commensurate with depth of design, project management and leadership experience. This Role's Reach The Watershed Services Manager will lead a team of junior and mid-level environmental designers and project managers performing assessment and design of small to large stream restoration projects, and other water quality projects, from conceptual design through development of advertisement packages for construction.

The candidate will be responsible for developing / maintaining working relationships with local clients, managing contracts and team workload, proposal development and interfacing with our Water Resources and Natural Resources teams to partner on design and proposal efforts. This position will involve office and occasional field work primarily in Maryland, DC, and northern Virginia, overseeing the physical and biological field surveys of streams, evaluating existing conditions, conducting functional assessments, developing restoration design solutions and overseeing environmental restoration construction. Some travel in the Mid-Atlantic region is likely.Responsibilities: Lead environmental restoration design projects (including but not limited to stream, wetland, and shoreline restoration projects) Development, Project Management, and QC of reports, construction plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates in support of design, assessment, and monitoring efforts Supervision and performance of field work including but not limited to geomorphic assessment, natural resource inventories, and watershed inventories and assessments Leadership of the local Watershed Services project teams, including mentorship, client communication and participation in marketing and business development

Job Requirements B.S. or M.S. in relevant engineering or science field (e.g., Civil, Environmental, Ecological, Biosystems) required

P.E. a plus but not required 12+ professional years of experience Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills required. Critical thinking skills required

Ability to work both collaboratively/in a team environment and independently required. Project design and management experience related to stream, wetland, living shoreline, and/or other water quality initiatives required. Experience performing field work for geomorphic assessments, stream functions assessment/ecological uplift potential, environmental construction oversight, and post-construction monitoring required.

Experience completing MS4/TMDL credit calculations using Chesapeake Bay Program protocols preferred. Ability to work in physically challenging outdoor settings required. Experience working in the Mid-Atlantic region (Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, and Pennsylvania) preferred.

Experience with HEC-RAS and other hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and analysis software preferred. Experience developing engineering construction plans using Bentley products (OpenRoads, etc.) preferred. We value your interest in our organization

At McCormick Taylor, our people are our greatest asset. If you join us, we hope for the opportunity to grow and succeed together. We offer an unparalleled, comprehensive benefits package-including no-deductible medical plans, free vision and dental plans, programs to enhance work-life balance, and flexible and hybrid work schedules.

McCormick Taylor is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strongly supports and celebrates the unique backgrounds of all our employees and our applicants. Our commitment to inclusion spans age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, religion, and physical and mental ability. Our focus is on building a culture that promotes, supports, and values the diverse backgrounds and voices of our employees so that everyone feels welcome and can succeed.

We strive to build a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve.Responsibilities: Lead environmental restoration design projects (including but not limited to stream, wetland, and shoreline restoration projects) Development, Project Management, and QC of reports, construction plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates in support of design, assessment, and monitoring efforts Supervision and performance of field work including but not limited to geomorphic assessment, natural resource inventories, and watershed inventories and assessments Leadership of the local Watershed Services project teams, including mentorship, client communication and participation in marketing and business development. Job Requirements B.S. or M.S

in relevant engineering or science field (e.g., Civil, Environmental, Ecological, Biosystems) required. P.E. a plus but not required 12+ professional years of experience Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills required

Critical thinking skills required. Ability to work both collaboratively/in a team environment and independently required. Project design and management experience related to stream, wetland, living shoreline, and/or other water quality initiatives required.

Experience performing field work for geomorphic assessments, stream functions assessment/ecological uplift potential, environmental construction oversight, and post-construction monitoring required. Experience completing MS4/TMDL credit calculations using Chesapeake Bay Program protocols preferred. Ability to work in physically challenging outdoor settings required.

Experience working in the Mid-Atlantic region (Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, and Pennsylvania) preferred. Experience with HEC-RAS and other hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and analysis software preferred. Experience developing engineering construction plans using Bentley products (OpenRoads, etc.) preferred

We value your interest in our organization. At McCormick Taylor, our people are our greatest asset. If you join us, we hope for the opportunity to grow and succeed together.

We offer an unparalleled, comprehensive benefits package-including no-deductible medical plans, free vision and dental plans, programs to enhance work-life balance, and flexible and hybrid work schedules. McCormick Taylor is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strongly supports and celebrates the unique backgrounds of all our employees and our applicants. Our commitment to inclusion spans age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, religion, and physical and mental ability.

Our focus is on building a culture that promotes, supports, and values the diverse backgrounds and voices of our employees so that everyone feels welcome and can succeed. We strive to build a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve.