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Lead Water Resources Design Engineer

WSP in the U.S.
Gainesville, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/17/2026
Job Description

Our Business

We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood’s Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.

As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

This Opportunity

WSP is looking for a Lead Water Resources Design Engineer to join our dynamic team in Gainesville, Florida.

Are you a water resources engineer who enjoys technical aspects of engineering design? Are you looking for an opportunity to work with an international company, with an established team of professionals? We have an excellent opportunity for a design engineer focused on technical problems. In this position, you will design and analyze engineering projects, manage tasks, and develop new business opportunities. Much of the work will be within Florida and focused on natural systems restoration, stormwater treatment, dredging and other associated projects.

Your Impact

  • Lead and mentor a team of early and mid-career engineers and scientists
  • Collaborate
  • Deliver quality products to clients on schedule
  • Conduct both field and office tasks associated with water-resources projects
  • Use CAD Modeling, GIS and other relevant software technology
  • Prepare calculations, design and make recommendations for water-resources projects
  • Author construction bid documents, technical documents, permit applications, and proposals
  • Must be able to manage and lead projects in a team environment
  • Must be able to market clients and prepare proposals
  • Commit to our safety program


Who You Are

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree in environmental, agricultural, or civil engineering
  • 7-10 years of post-baccalaureate experience in engineering and design
  • Experience in a consulting practice
  • Registered Professional Engineer in Florida; or registered Professional Engineer in a different state, with the ability to obtain Florida registration within three months of employment
  • Trained project manager
  • Skilled communicator (oral and written) of technical information
  • Travel, as necessary; primarily within Florida
  • The position will be in the Gainesville, FL office.
  • Proficiency in using the Suite of MS Office products
  • Strong oral and written communication skills; proven ability to communicate with clients, prepare reports and proposals.
  • Safe driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy
  • Drug Screen required for this position


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Graduate degree or degrees in engineering
  • Knowledge of Florida hydrology and Florida water-resources issues
  • Client relationships and project experience in Florida
  • Relationships with Florida’s water management districts
  • Experience with the following water models a plus: ICPR, HEC, MODFLOW


About WSP

ABOUT US

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

www.wsp.com

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

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