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Senior Water Resources Engineer / Project Manager
đź“Ť Dallas, TX | Water Resources | Employee-Owned Firm
Are you an experienced water resources engineer who thrives on solving complex infrastructure challenges - and wants a bigger voice in how projects, clients, and teams are built?
Our client is seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer / Project Manager to join a nationally respected, employee-owned engineering consulting firm in the Dallas area. This role offers the chance to lead meaningful public-sector projects, mentor engineers, and play an active role in business development and client growth across Texas.
What You’ll Do
- Lead planning, design, and project management for water resources and civil infrastructure projects
- Serve as a key point of contact for clients, agencies, and internal teams
- Manage project budgets, schedules, and financial performance
- Contribute to proposal development and business development efforts
- Oversee and mentor engineers, including early-career staff
- Develop construction plan packages and stormwater or drainage studies
- Support construction through oversight and technical guidance
What Our Client is Looking For
Required
- BS in Civil Engineering or a related field
- PE license in Texas or ability to obtain within 6 months
- 8 years of experience supporting public-sector engineering projects
- At least 3 years of project management experience
- Strong coordination skills with clients, agencies, and multidisciplinary teams
- Experience with proposal writing, budgeting, and project financials
Preferred
- Established relationships with Texas-based clients
- Interest or experience in business development
- Experience managing and mentoring engineering teams
- AutoCAD / Civil 3D and GIS proficiency
- Hands-on experience with HEC-RAS (1D/2D), HEC-HMS, SWMM, and HY-8
- Construction oversight experience
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience - North of $140k DOE.
- Paid maternity & paternity leave
- Paid holidays & generous PTO
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Tuition reimbursement & professional development
- Employee assistance & wellness programs
About the Firm
This 100% employee-owned engineering consulting firm has spent decades tackling complex challenges across infrastructure, sustainability, and resilience. Employees are empowered to think boldly, collaborate closely with clients, and deliver solutions that truly matter.
Salary : $130,000 - $155,000