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GHD Group

Senior Water Resource Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

The Integrated Water Management Group is seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer to support water related projects associated with transportation, active transportation, resilience, and municipal ...

GHD

Senior Water Resource Engineer

San Diego, CA · Hybrid

The Integrated Water Management Group is seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer to support water related projects associated with transportation, active transportation, resilience, and municipal ...

GZA GeoEnvironmental

Water Resource Engineer

Norwood, MA · On-site

$89K - $122K/yr

We are currently seeking a Project Manager (PM) or Technical Specialist (TS) to Senior Project Manager (SPM) or Senior Technical Specialist (STS) Level Civil/Water Resources Engineer for our practice ...

VHB

Senior Water Resources Engineer

Winooski, VT · On-site

$110K - $125K/yr

Senior Water Resources Engineer Job Locations US-VT-Winooski ID 2026-5988 Category Engineering Type ... If you're a seasoned water resource engineer who values both the quality of life that Vermont ...

Wilson & Company

Senior Water Resource Engineer

Omaha, NE · On-site

$145K - $185K/yr

With support from other leaders in the region, this role will serve as a Senior Engineer for ... water resources, including stormwater drainage. * Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of ...

Wilson & Company

Senior Water Resource Engineer

Omaha, NE · On-site

$145K - $185K/yr

With support from other leaders in the region, this role will serve as a Senior Engineer for ... water resources, including stormwater drainage. * Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of ...

WSP

Senior Water Resources Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Water Resource Engineer for the Mine Waste East Team in Tampa, FL. This individual would be involved in projects with our US Mine ...

WSP

Senior Water Resources Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Water Resource Engineer for the Mine Waste East Team in Tampa, FL. This individual would be involved in projects with our US Mine ...

Slrconsulting

Water Resource Engineer

Waterbury, VT

$50K - $80K/yr

SLR Consulting is seeking an entry- to mid-level Water Resources Engineer to work in its Water Resource Engineering group located in Richmond, Vermont. Richmond is a vibrant historic village that ...

Anchor QEA

Junior Water Resource Engineer

Seattle, WA · On-site

$89K - $122K/yr

Junior Water Resources Engineer Location: Seattle, Tacoma, or Wenatchee, Washington Job Type: Regular Full-time What's the Opportunity? Anchor QEA is seeking a water resources engineer to help expand ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior water resource engineer in the United States is $120,817.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,500.00 and $136,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Senior Water Resource Engineers often oversee complex projects that require coordination among civil engineers, environmental scientists, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders. A key challenge is ensuring effective communication and alignment of project goals across diverse disciplines, while adhering to budget, regulatory, and timeline constraints. Proactively resolving conflicts, facilitating regular team meetings, and keeping clear documentation are essential strategies for success in this collaborative environment.

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What is a senior water resource engineer?

Senior Water Resource Engineers are experienced professionals who design, manage, and oversee projects related to water resources, such as flood control, water supply, stormwater management, and environmental restoration. They analyze data, develop engineering solutions, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations. In addition to technical tasks, they often supervise teams, coordinate with stakeholders, and provide expert guidance throughout the project lifecycle. Their work is essential for sustainable water management and infrastructure development.
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Senior Water Resource Engineer

GHD Group

San Diego, CA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description


The importance of water to the health of our world can't be overstated.
As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front.
Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and inspire change for your community.
You'll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities.
Who are we looking for?
The Integrated Water Management Group is seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer to support water related projects associated with transportation, active transportation, resilience, and municipal infrastructure throughout Southern California. This position will serve as a technical lead for hydrology, hydraulics, stormwater quality, and drainage design on multidisciplinary projects including roadways, complete streets, trails, bridges, pump stations, coastal resiliency, and flood mitigation improvements.
This position is located in San Diego, CA.
Our Hybrid Work Model: Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.
The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of Southern California stormwater regulations, MS4 permit compliance, water quality requirements, hydraulic modeling, and transportation drainage design. This individual will work closely with roadway, civil, coastal, environmental, and structural engineers to develop innovative, resilient, and permit-compliant infrastructure solutions.
Primary Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Serve as technical/discipline lead for hydrologic, hydraulic, stormwater quality, and drainage design for our multi-disciplined infrastructure projects in the San Diego and greater Southern California region.
  • Develop scopes, budgets, schedules, and staffing plans for hydraulic and stormwater engineering tasks.
  • Lead development of drainage studies, H&H reports, SWQMPs, water quality technical memoranda, flood studies, and resiliency assessments.
  • Attend scheduled Project Management meetings to discuss project resource needs and conflicts, unbilled and aging accounts receivables, and proposal activity
  • Provide guidance and QA/QC on all engineering design, calculations, design briefs and technical reports for municipal infrastructure, master plans, environmental assessments, and detailed design projects
  • Provide hands-on technical guidance to engineers and technical staff in delivering ongoing municipal water and wastewater projects
  • Mentorship of project engineers and designers in the development of their engineering and design skills
  • Build and maintain relationships with local agencies throughout Southern California, including cities, counties, Caltrans, transportation agencies, flood control agencies, and resource agencies.
  • Support proposals, client development, and strategic growth of GHD's transportation and resiliency practice.

The ideal candidate would have the following experience/skills:
  • Proven experience preparing complex engineering analysis and planning including hydraulic analysis and stormwater management design
  • Experience in developing project scope, schedule, and budget as it relates to hydraulic portions of the project scope.
  • Strong technical writing skills and experience developing drainage studies, hydraulic reports, basis of design reports, and technical memoranda.
  • Must be able to work on multiple assignments simultaneously; and have strong organizational, problem solving, communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
  • Expertise using Civil 3D and hydraulic modeling software such as PCSWMM, HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, FlowMaster, XP-SWMM, or equivalent.
  • Stormwater BMP evaluation, sizing, and design.
  • Experience leading a small team of engineers or technical staff
  • Experience with local municipal clients in San Diego and Southern California

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (Civil, Environmental, or similar)
  • Registered Civil Professional Engineer in the State of California preferred, if not currently held need to achieve within 1 year of hire.
  • Minimum 7 years of civil engineering experience with a focus on design and construction of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, preferably within multidisciplinary or transportation focused projects

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.
Salary Range $116,000-$175,000 based on experience
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