Lead Water Resources Engineer

About the role

STV is seeking a Lead Water Resources Engineer (H&H / Drainage / Stormwater Engineer) to support transportation infrastructure projects across Virginia. This role is ideal for an experienced water resources engineer who wants to lead complex design, support public-sector clients, and mentor early-career staff while contributing to high-visibility transportation programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead water resources engineering design for transportation infrastructure projects, including roadway, rail and highway improvements.
• Perform and oversee design of stormwater management systems, drainage systems, culverts, hydraulic structures, and erosion and sediment control (ESC) plans.
• Apply hydrology and hydraulic analysis to support design decisions and regulatory compliance.
• Support and manage stormwater permitting, erosion and sediment control approvals, and environmental regulatory coordination.
• Prepare and review technical reports, drainage reports, design documentation, specifications, and engineer’s cost estimates.
• Cook up multidisciplinary design efforts with roadway, structural, and environmental teams to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Provide technical leadership and QA/QC for water resources deliverables.
• Manage client interactions and support relationships with public-sector agencies and stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop early-career water resources engineers and technical staff, supporting team growth and capability development.
• Participate in project meetings with clients, subconsultants, and regulatory agencies bringing confidence and expertise to every interaction.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in water resources design, ideally supporting transportation infrastructure projects.
• PE license in VA/DC preferred, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Demonstrated expertise in:
• Hydrology and hydraulic analysis
• Stormwater management design
• Drainage systems and culvert design
• Erosion and sediment control (ESC) design and permitting
• Transportation infrastructure projects
• Proficiency with engineering tools such as HEC-RAS and HydroCAD (or equivalent).
• Experience with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D; OpenRoads Designer and ArcGIS preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and client-facing environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with floodplain analysis, watershed modeling, scour analysis, dam breach analysis, or stream restoration.
• Prior experience supporting VDOT, municipal, or state DOT transportation projects.
• Experience preparing permit applications and regulatory agency coordination materials in Virginia.
• VADEQ Certified Plan Reviewer for ESC, Plan Reviewer for SWM or as a Dual Plan Reviewer.