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Water Modeling Jobs in Nevada (NOW HIRING)

Water Resources Engineer

Reno, NV · On-site

$78K - $107K/yr

Conduct mine water management system analysis via water balance modeling, hydrometeorological analysis, hydraulic design of pressure flow pipelines, and tailings facility dam breach and inundation ...

Water Resources Designer 1

Reno, NV · On-site

$85 - $110/hr

You'll collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, apply advanced tools and modeling software, and ... Summary The Water Resources Designer 1 assists with basic planning, analysis, and design for a ...

Water Resources Designer 1

Reno, NV · On-site

$78K - $107K/yr

You'll collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, apply advanced tools and modeling software, and ... Summary The Water Resources Designer 1 assists with basic planning, analysis, and design for a ...

Water Resources Designer 1

Reno, NV · On-site

$78K - $107K/yr

You'll collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, apply advanced tools and modeling software, and ... Summary The Water Resources Designer 1 assists with basic planning, analysis, and design for a ...

Water Resources Designer 2

Reno, NV · On-site

$78K - $107K/yr

You'll collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, apply advanced tools and modeling software, and ... Summary The Water Resources Designer 2 performs basic to intermediate planning, analysis, and ...

Water Resources Designer 2

Reno, NV · On-site

$78K - $107K/yr

You'll collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, apply advanced tools and modeling software, and ... Summary The Water Resources Designer 2 performs basic to intermediate planning, analysis, and ...

Water Resources Lead

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$140 - $170/hr

Water Resources Lead Department: Community Infrastructure Employment Type: Full Time Location: Las ... Knowledge and experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, 2D Modeling, and other applicable software * Solid ...

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$114.4K

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How much do water modeling jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for water modeling in Nevada is $114,425.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,200.00 and $139,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a water modeling job?

A Water Modeling job involves using computer simulations and analytical techniques to study water systems such as rivers, lakes, groundwater, and stormwater drainage. Professionals in this field develop models to predict water flow, quality, and availability, helping to inform decision-making for water management, environmental protection, and infrastructure development. They often work with engineers, hydrologists, and policymakers to address challenges like flood control, drought planning, and pollution mitigation.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a water modeling professional?

As a Water Modeling professional, your daily responsibilities often include developing and calibrating hydrologic and hydraulic models, analyzing simulation results, preparing technical reports, and presenting findings to project teams or clients. You may collaborate closely with engineers, environmental scientists, and urban planners to ensure model outputs support design and decision-making processes for projects such as floodplain mapping, stormwater management, or infrastructure planning. Routine tasks also involve data collection, quality assurance, and staying current with the latest modeling techniques and regulatory requirements. This role offers a dynamic mix of independent analysis and teamwork, providing valuable experience on diverse water resource projects.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the water modeling position, and why are they important?

To excel in Water Modeling, you need a strong background in civil or environmental engineering, hydrology, or a related field, along with analytical and quantitative skills. Proficiency with modeling software such as HEC-RAS, SWMM, MIKE, or ArcGIS and familiarity with relevant certifications or regulatory standards is highly valued. Excellent problem-solving abilities, clear communication, and collaboration skills set top professionals apart. These competencies are vital for accurately simulating water systems, interpreting complex data, and effectively delivering actionable insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What does a water modeling do?

A water modeler develops and analyzes computer simulations of water systems, such as rivers, lakes, or urban water networks, to predict flow, pressure, and water quality. They use specialized software and data to support infrastructure design, flood risk assessment, and environmental management.

What are popular job titles related to Water Modeling jobs in Nevada?

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Infographic showing various Water Modeling job openings in Nevada as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $114,425 per year, or $55 per hour.

Water Resources Market Leader

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.

Reno, NV • On-site

$140 - $210/hr

Other

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

Overview

If you’re looking for a place to advance your career, where you can contribute to a dynamic innovative firm, tackle demanding project work, and collaborate with industry recognized professionals – Geosyntec Consultants is the place for you!

Geosyntec is seeking a senior level Water Resources Market Leader to join our growing national Water Resources Practice, based out of our Reno, Nevadaor any of our other U.S. based offices. The potential to work remotely from your home-office is available at the discretion of the Company.This is a unique opportunity to join a leadership team actively engaged in growing the water business at Geosyntec. This position will be responsible for developing and implementing a strategy for achieving significant market share for Geosyntec in the Water Resources market area.

As a senior member of our Water Resources practice, you lead complex water resources projects around water supply management, water rights permitting, and groundwater / surface water management. As a market leader, you will be responsible for a combination of technical project execution, client relationship management and water resource subject matter expertise, task and team leadership, while actively engaging existing and new client opportunities from a business development growth standpoint. Our Water Resources group works on complex projects ranging from water supply development, water supply management, water rights, mining hydrogeology, contaminant hydrogeology, regulatory permitting, and source water protection, across the U.S. In this role, you will have the opportunity to build and lead a team of experienced professionals, contribute to complex technical project work, as well as actively engage in growth and business development strategy.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too.We offercompetitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit:http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Strategic business planning to segment and target specific industrial, commercial and municipal clients for projects such as water supply, groundwater and surface water modeling, water availability, use and re-use, as well as regulatory considerations for water rights permitting; focused on the West Region Water Resources market;
  • Engagement with project and operations staff to align Geosyntec’s full service delivery capabilities with market demands;
  • Serve in the capacity of a Client Account Manager on selected accounts deemed critical to Geosyntec’s Water Resources market;
  • Active participation in professional societies, conferences, and meetings that will increase the visibility of the firm to potential clients and recruits. Make contributions to the profession that will result in individual recognition as an industry leader;
  • Project directorship, including ensuring client expectations are understood and met, budgets are adhered to, quality objectives are met, and follow-on work is attainted – Strategically related to; local scale hydrogeologic analyses for water supply management, regulatory compliance and new source development; modeling studies of aquifer systems; installation and testing of groundwater supply wells (and monitoring wells), aquifer storage and recovery (ASR) and surface recharge basin projects, and permitting and regulatory compliance projects, including water rights;
  • Recruiting, managing, and mentoring junior staff and mid-career engineers and scientists;
  • Reviewing and leading the preparation of major proposals;
  • Providing senior leadership subject matter expertise in meetings with clients, regulatory personnel, and other parties;
  • Technical Project delivery and project-manager responsibility for scoping, performing, managing, and delivering multiple concurrent project assignments;
  • Preparing technical reports, letters, memoranda, plans, specifications, and proposals;
  • Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client orcompanyproject or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.
Education and Licensure
  • Bachelor's degree in Water Resources, Hydrogeology, Civil, Environmental or related engineering discipline with emphasis on water resources. (required)
  • Advanced degree in the same/similar (preferred)
  • Professional registration (i.e., PE, CHG) (required)
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
  • At least 8 years (10+ preferred) of direct water resources, hydrogeology, or engineering consulting experience working on water resource, contaminated sites, and mining projects; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
  • Experience with multi-disciplinary project teams. (required)
  • Demonstrated success in project management, sales, and business development. (required)
  • Excellent leadership and detail-orientation skills. (required)
  • Experience with design and implementation of field hydrogeology programs in glacial, basalt, and clastic aquifer systems (required)
  • Experience with numerical modeling of groundwater flow and well test analysis (preferred).
  • Ability and willingness to perform fieldwork and travel as needed. (required)
  • Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be required.
  • Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

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