Water Resources Engineering Lead

About the role

Our client is a national environmental consulting and ecological restoration firm that partners with public agencies, private developers, utilities, and infrastructure organizations to restore and protect natural resources. Their work focuses on stream and wetland restoration, water resource engineering, habitat improvement, stormwater management, and environmental mitigation projects.

Responsibilities

The role involves leading engineering projects, managing engineering teams, and mentoring technical staff. The ideal candidate will have experience with stream restoration, wetland restoration, stormwater management, or water resources, and will be able to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Biological Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Approximately 15 or more years of progressive engineering experience.
• Extensive experience leading engineering projects involving stream restoration, wetland restoration, stormwater management, or water resources.
• Strong understanding of engineering design principles, hydrology, hydraulics, and environmental regulations.
• Demonstrated experience reviewing technical documents and performing quality assurance/quality control.
• Proven leadership experience managing engineering teams and mentoring technical staff.
• Strong communication and client relationship management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience within an environmental consulting firm.
• Experience supporting transportation, utility, municipal, or infrastructure projects.
• Existing relationships with regulatory agencies and public-sector clients within Virginia or neighboring states.
• Experience contributing to business development, proposal preparation, and project pursuits.
• Familiarity with restoration construction methods and field implementation.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Licensure and certification assistance
• Career advancement opportunities
• Employee wellness programs
• Performance-based incentive opportunities
• Collaborative, mission-driven work environment focused on environmental stewardship

Pay

Salary: $140,000 - $185,000 per year