Lead Water Resources Engineer

STV • Fairfax, VA

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

STV is seeking a Lead Water Resources Engineer (H&H / Drainage / Stormwater Engineer) to support transportation infrastructure projects across Virginia. This role is ideal for an experienced water resources engineer who wants to lead complex design, support public-sector clients, and mentor early-career staff while contributing to high-visibility transportation programs. This role offers flexibility to be based in one of our Virginia offices, Fairfax, Richmond, or Virginia Beach or in our Owings Mills, Maryland office. This position offers the opportunity to work on impactful infrastructure projects supporting VDOT, DDOT, City of Alexandria, Amtrak, VPRA, and local municipalities, while advancing technical leadership and client engagement responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in water resources design, ideally supporting transportation infrastructure projects.
• PE license in VA/DC preferred, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Demonstrated expertise in: Hydrology and hydraulic analysis, Stormwater management design, Drainage systems and culvert design, Erosion and sediment control (ESC) design and permitting, Transportation infrastructure projects
• Proficiency with engineering tools such as HEC-RAS and HydroCAD (or equivalent).
• Experience with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D; OpenRoads Designer and ArcGIS preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and client-facing environments.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with floodplain analysis, watershed modeling, scour analysis, dam breach analysis, or stream restoration.
• Prior experience supporting VDOT, municipal, or state DOT transportation projects.
• Experience preparing permit applications and regulatory agency coordination materials in Virginia.
• VADEQ Certified Plan Reviewer for ESC, Plan Reviewer for SWM or as a Dual Plan Reviewer.

Responsibilities

• Lead water resources engineering design for transportation infrastructure projects, including roadway, rail and highway improvements.
• Perform and oversee design of stormwater management systems, drainage systems, culverts, hydraulic structures, and erosion and sediment control (ESC) plans.
• Apply hydrology and hydraulic analysis to support design decisions and regulatory compliance.
• Support and manage stormwater permitting, erosion and sediment control approvals, and environmental regulatory coordination.
• Prepare and review technical reports, drainage reports, design documentation, specifications, and engineer’s cost estimates.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design efforts with roadway, structural, and environmental teams to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Provide technical leadership and QA/QC for water resources deliverables.
• Manage client interactions and support relationships with public-sector agencies and stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop early-career water resources engineers and technical staff, supporting team growth and capability development.
• Participate in project meetings with clients, subconsultants, and regulatory agencies bringing confidence and expertise to every interaction.

Benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
• Paid Holidays (9 days)
• Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
• Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior