Senior Civil Engineer - Water Resources

Cogent Talent Solutions • Easton, PA

12d • $120,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Our client is a civil and environmental engineering consulting firm specializing in dam design, rehabilitation, safety evaluations, and other water-related infrastructure projects. The Senior Water Resources Engineer will lead and grow the Easton, Pennsylvania office, take over an existing portfolio of dam projects, and drive business development to expand the firm's regional presence. The position works with oversight from company leadership based in San Antonio and receives administrative support from the San Antonio staff.

Requirements

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in water resources engineering, with a strong focus on dams, including design, rehabilitation, safety inspections, permitting, and compliance.
• Proven ability to manage projects from inception to completion, including client interactions, budgets, and regulatory approvals.
• Experience in business development and client relationship management within the engineering sector.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills, with the ability to operate autonomously while aligning with company goals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Easton, PA office, with oversight from company leadership based in San Antonio.
• Take over and manage ongoing dam-related projects, ensuring timely, high-quality deliverables.
• Develop new business opportunities in dam safety, rehabilitation, and water resources.
• Serve as the primary technical expert for dam-related inspections, design, permitting, and compliance.
• Maintain and build relationships with local and regional clients, regulatory agencies, and industry partners.
• Provide mentorship and leadership for the Easton office team.
• Handle basic office management duties with support from San Antonio administrative staff.
• Manage projects from inception to completion, including client interactions, budgets, and regulatory approvals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed