Job Description - Director - Water Resources Engineer PE
An established and well-respected civil engineering firm in the Southwest is seeking a Director of Water Resources to lead their surface water practice. This leadership role combines business development, project delivery, and mentorship, making it a great fit for someone passionate about water resources, community impact, and building strong teams. You’ll lead projects involving flood hazard analysis, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, FEMA compliance, and stream stabilization, and collaborate across the organization to ensure technical excellence and client satisfaction.
What You’ll Be Doing
Lead a variety of surface water and water resource projects, including H&H modeling, FEMA studies, ADMS/P, and more
Provide technical oversight and mentorship to engineers and project teams
Review and approve engineering calculations, reports, and construction documents
Oversee budgets, schedules, and scopes of work from kickoff to delivery
Drive business development and support client relationship growth
Participate in marketing efforts and actively pursue new opportunities
Conduct QA/QC reviews of modeling, drainage, and design documents
Represent the firm at community and industry events
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (required)
Arizona Professional Engineer (PE) license
Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM), or ability to obtain within 6 months
10+ years of experience in water resource engineering, including leadership and business development
Strong understanding of H&H modeling, FEMA regulations, drainage planning, sediment yield, and transportation-related stormwater systems
Proficiency with FLO-2D and other modeling tools
Excellent communication, team leadership, and technical writing skills
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and satisfy client goals
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