Senior Water Resource Engineer - Greenbelt

About the role

This role combines technical delivery with project leadership and client-facing responsibility, making it a great fit for someone ready to take ownership of both projects and relationships. The position supports a strong and growing pipeline of work across Maryland.

Responsibilities

• Complete complex hydrologic and hydraulic analyses
• Design water resources improvements, including:
  • Stream restoration
  • Dam improvements
  • Storm drain systems
  • Stormwater management retrofits
• Prepare construction documents and secure all necessary approvals
• Oversee the full project lifecycle from feasibility through construction
• Manage client communication and maintain strong relationships
• Lead construction observation and documentation
• Manage engineering/CAD technicians, surveyors, and sub-consultants
• Oversee the quality and delivery of all engineering documents

Requirements

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Maryland, or ability to obtain within 3 months
• 7+ years of water resources engineering experience
• Strong experience across all phases of project delivery, including:
  • Feasibility and conceptual design
  • Detailed design and construction documentation
  • Permitting
  • Construction management and documentation
• Proven ability to lead projects and engage directly with clients

Qualifications

• Familiarity with permitting in:
  • Montgomery County
  • Prince George's County
  • Howard County
  • Maryland SHA and MDE
• Experience with:
  • AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Microsoft Project
  • ArcGIS
• Local ties to Prince George's County are a plus

Benefits

• Performance reviews every 6 months
• Salary increases and bonus
• Profit sharing (no employee contribution required)
• Fully vested within 6 years
• Education and certifications reimbursed
• 1-2 days working from home (typically available after the first 6 months)
• Supportive, flexible team environment without micromanagement

Why consider this opportunity

• Strong pipeline of work across stream restoration, stormwater, and infrastructure projects
• Opportunity to take ownership of projects and client relationships
• Clear progression into senior leadership