Senior Water Resources Engineer
We are seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer to lead the delivery of technically complex water, wastewater, drainage and flood risk projects. This role will involve managing projects from initial feasibility and concept development through detailed design, approvals, construction support and completion. You will provide technical leadership, coordinate multidisciplinary teams and develop practical, sustainable solutions that meet client, regulatory and community requirements.
Key responsibilities include preparing and reviewing hydraulic and hydrologic models, flood assessments, water balance studies, drainage strategies and infrastructure designs. You will oversee the production of technical reports, calculations, drawings, specifications and tender documentation, ensuring work is accurate, compliant and delivered to a high professional standard. The role also includes client and stakeholder engagement, project planning, budgeting, risk management and mentoring junior engineers. You will be expected to contribute to business development activities, including preparing proposals, developing scopes of work and supporting client presentations.
Applicants should hold a degree in civil, environmental or water resources engineering, or a related discipline, with substantial professional experience in water resources or infrastructure consulting. Chartered or professionally registered status, or a clear pathway toward registration, is desirable. You will have strong knowledge of relevant industry standards, legislation, design guidance and approval processes, together with experience using appropriate modelling and design software. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential, as is the ability to manage competing priorities, make sound technical decisions and work collaboratively across disciplines. Experience leading projects, supervising technical staff and engaging with public and private sector stakeholders will be highly valued.
Senior Water Resources Engineer
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