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Water Resources Sr. Project Engineer

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$94K - $123K/yr

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$96K - $125K/yr

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$95K - $123K/yr

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$90 - $130/hr

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$93K - $121K/yr

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Drainage Senior Project Engineer

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Denver, CO · On-site

$101K - $132K/yr

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Sr. Structures Engineer

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$97K - $132K/yr

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Senior Project Engineer Traffic/ ITS

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$96K - $125K/yr

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GEC Senior Project Engineer

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$86K - $112K/yr

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How much do unusual creative jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for unusual creative in the United States is $49.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48.32 and $51.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an unusual creative?

An 'Unusual Creative' is a professional who specializes in generating innovative, unconventional ideas for campaigns, brands, or projects. Unlike traditional creatives, they intentionally challenge norms and look for original, unexpected solutions to creative problems. They may work in advertising, marketing, design, or the arts, and are valued for their ability to bring fresh perspectives and breakthrough concepts that stand out in crowded markets. Unusual Creatives are often sought after for projects that require disruptive thinking and imaginative storytelling.

How does an unusual creative typically collaborate with other departments to bring innovative ideas to life?

Unusual Creatives often work closely with marketing, product development, and design teams to brainstorm and execute unconventional campaigns or concepts. Collaboration usually involves regular brainstorming sessions, feedback loops, and iterative prototyping to ensure ideas are both fresh and feasible. Effective communication and openness to experimentation are key, as the role frequently requires pitching bold ideas and adapting them based on cross-functional input. This interdisciplinary approach helps ensure that creative solutions align with overall business objectives and resonate with target audiences.

What is the difference between Unusual Creative vs Graphic Designer?

AspectUnusual CreativeGraphic Designer
Required CredentialsPortfolio, creative skills, possibly a degree in art or designDegree in graphic design, visual arts, or related field; portfolio often required
Work EnvironmentCreative agencies, advertising firms, freelance projectsDesign studios, marketing departments, freelance work
Industry UsageUsed in advertising, branding, multimedia projectsCommonly employed in branding, print, digital media
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for innovative, unconventional design rolesSeeking traditional or standard visual design roles

Unusual Creative focuses on innovative, unconventional design projects often requiring a strong portfolio and creative flair, while Graphic Designer typically involves more traditional visual design tasks with formal education and standard industry practices. Both roles share similar environments and credentials but differ in their approach and project types.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a creative director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Creative Director, you need a strong background in visual design, branding, and concept development, often supported by a degree in design, fine arts, or a related field. Mastery of design software like Adobe Creative Suite, familiarity with project management tools, and sometimes certification in design or marketing are typical requirements. Exceptional communication, leadership, and the ability to inspire and guide creative teams are vital soft skills in this role. These skills ensure the creation of compelling campaigns, effective team collaboration, and the realization of innovative ideas that drive brand success.
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Water Resources Sr. Project Engineer

HNTB

Plano, TX • On-site

$94K - $123K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago


HNTB rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

What We're Looking For

Join HNTB as a Water Resources Sr. Project Engineer and make a significant impact on major infrastructure projects nationwide. With over a century of delivering innovative solutions, now is the perfect time to join our growing team of employee-owners!
In this position, you'll produce and modify design calculations, technical reports, engineering plans, and specifications for complex projects while partnering with project managers to support the research, development, design, and delivery of engineering solutions. You'll apply advanced engineering techniques and creative problem-solving skills to address design challenges, maintain project schedules, and deliver high-quality results. Leveraging the latest tools and software, you'll develop detailed designs and calculations while providing technical expertise throughout the project lifecycle. You'll also mentor and train junior engineers, offering guidance and valuable feedback to support their professional growth. As part of a collaborative and growth-oriented environment, you'll play a key role in successfully delivering a diverse range of projects for HNTB's clients while building a meaningful and rewarding career.

What You'll Do:

  • Uses senior-level technical expertise to consider broad range of engineering solutions.
  • Responsible for the discipline-specific planning, work distribution, and leadership and adherence to the schedule, and budget on complex or unusual engineering projects.
  • Assists in marketing responsibilities, including proposal generation.
  • Develops scope of work and level of effort and manages adherence to scope and budget on complex or unusual engineering projects within discipline.
  • Oversees completeness and accuracy of project team's work within the technical discipline.
  • Provides technical guidance and mentoring to team members to achieve overall project objectives on complex or unusual engineering projects.
  • Coordinates technical aspects of the project with client counterpart and teaming partners at staff level for work within the discipline on complex or unusual engineering projects.
  • Leads discipline delivery on larger, multi-disciplinary projects. Works closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.
  • Assists with coordination and planning of schedules, hours, and distribution of work for other disciplines on multi-discipline projects on complex or unusual engineering projects
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 8 years of relevant experience, or
  • Master's degree in Engineering and 7 years of relevant experience, or
  • PhD in Engineering and 6 years of relevant experience

Primary Focus Will Include:

  • H&H work on Water Resources projects.
  • Storm Water design of transportation projects.
  • Assists H&H department by performing engineering-related tasks including research, development, calculations, design and delivery on assigned project(s).
  • Assists Project Managers with management of design review process.
  • Preparation of construction documents, including reports, plans, and specifications.

What You'll Bring:

  • Shows excellent technical knowledge and quality work in multiple discipline projects.
  • Prioritizes tasks and displays accountability to the project team to deliver projects that are of high quality, on-time, and within budget and scope.
  • Demonstrates vision beyond the task at hand and anticipates risks and effects of their actions.
  • Understands and supports the objectives that are responsible for successful project delivery, recognizing how multiple disciplines influence project development
  • Applies an accrued knowledge base to innovate project efficiencies.
  • Uses refined technical skills to identify problems, develop appropriate solutions, and make good decisions, knowing what tools to use for effective solutions and optimal outcomes on projects.

What We Prefer:

  • Knowledge of Hydrology & Hydraulics basics
  • Master's degree in Engineering
  • 10 years of relevant experience
  • Professional Engineer (PE)
  • Familiarity with HEC RAS, HEC HMS, HY8
  • Familiarity with AutoCad/MicroStation, Civil 3D, ORD

Additional Information

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Locations:

Dallas, TX, Fort Worth, TX, Little Rock, AR, Plano, TX (Granite Parkway)

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About HNTB

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At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.

Industry

Construction

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Kansas City, MO, US

Year founded

1914