Senior Engineer and Project Manager: Water Resources / Stormwater

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Senior Engineer and Project Manager: Water Resources / Stormwater

We are seeking an experienced Senior Engineer and Project Manager to lead the delivery of water resources and stormwater projects from initial concept through to completion. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong professional who can combine engineering expertise with effective project leadership, client engagement and commercial awareness.

You will manage a varied portfolio of infrastructure and development-related schemes, providing practical, sustainable and compliant solutions to complex drainage and water management challenges. The role will involve working closely with clients, regulators, contractors and multidisciplinary project teams to ensure successful outcomes.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead the design and delivery of stormwater, drainage, flood risk and water resources projects.
  • Prepare and review hydraulic models, flood risk assessments, drainage strategies and technical reports.
  • Manage project programmes, budgets, resources, risks and quality requirements.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentoring to engineers and other project team members.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary design activities and oversee external consultants and contractors.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and regulatory authorities.
  • Support bids, fee proposals, business development and the development of new opportunities.
  • Ensure all work complies with relevant legislation, design standards, health and safety requirements and quality procedures.

About you

You will be a professionally qualified civil or water resources engineer with substantial experience in stormwater, drainage, flood risk management or related infrastructure. You should have a proven track record of managing projects, leading technical teams and delivering high-quality work to agreed timescales and budgets.

Strong knowledge of UK drainage and flood risk guidance, planning requirements and industry standards is essential. Experience with hydraulic modelling software and relevant design tools will be highly valued, alongside excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

In return, you will receive the opportunity to work on varied and technically challenging projects, develop your leadership career and contribute to resilient, sustainable water management solutions.

COMPETITIVE SALARY
Added 05/11/2026
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Senior Engineer and Project Manager: Water Resources / Stormwater

Cary, North Carolina, United States of America Permanent Water

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