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Senior Water Resources Project Engineer

Colliers Engineering & Design
Florida, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 7/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/21/2026
Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is currently seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join our Water Resources team in Florida!

Our Water Discipline is growing, and we have exciting projects to engage motivated engineers who enjoy working on a variety of projects on or near the water. Our projects are unique designs and provide interesting work to keep our staff challenged and engaged. Our upcoming project portfolio includes jobs on some of the largest infrastructure projects in the country.

Responsibilities

  • Design and evaluate waterway structures, locks, dams, hydropower, flood risk management, ecosystem restoration, and waterfront facility design and rehabilitation projects.
  • Select hydrologic/hydraulic approach and modeling tools, set up and solve problems.
  • Conduct safety and condition inspection surveys for condition evaluation or in support of design efforts - investigate variables, obtain measurements, photographs, videos, and take notes; write reports.
  • Evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques and procedures and make adaptations and modifications to existing designs.
  • Help to prepare construction documents (plans and specifications).
  • Lead and mentor junior staff.
  • Develop work scopes, technical proposals, and manage the hydrologic and hydraulic design aspects of projects.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering is required.
  • 7 years of experience in water resources engineering is required.
  • Engineer in Training (EIT) certification is required; PE license is highly preferred.
  • Keen interest and passion in application of hydrology and hydraulics to the field of water resources engineering.
  • Familiarity with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMMM, ArcGIS and SITES is preferred.
  • USACE, NEPA, Civil Works, and permitting experience is highly preferred.
  • Desire to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!

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