Director, Water Resources – Lead Growth & Community Impact

Alliant Engineering, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonus

ESOP program

401k contribution

Medical, dental, vision plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Alliant Engineering, Inc. seeks a strategic Director of Water Resources to lead an established team of hydraulic and hydrology engineers. You will guide group strategy, drive market expansion, and grow client relationships across transportation projects.

The role emphasizes leadership, proposal development, and cross‑functional collaboration. We offer a robust ESOP program, competitive benefits, and a collaborative employee‑owned culture focused on community impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or related field is required.
• 15+ years of experience in Water Resources Engineering with hydrology/hydraulics and stormwater management; leadership experience preferred.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Minnesota or ability to obtain it within 6 months.
• Proven ability to present technical information to varied audiences.
• Experience with MnDOT design standards and local watershed district requirements.
• Experience delivering water resources for transportation projects.
• Proven track record in proposals, marketing, and securing projects with diverse clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for Alliant’s Water Resources Group and drive growth across markets and services.
• Oversee design and delivery of water resources projects, including drainage systems and stormwater management for transportation infrastructure.
• Identify future opportunities and prepare technical scopes, proposals, and fee estimates.
• Lead business development by building client relationships and preparing winning proposals.
• Mentor staff and coordinate with project managers across service areas.

Skills

Leadership

Client communication

Business development

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

P.E. license in Minnesota

Tools

Hydrology software

Drainage design tools

H&H modeling software

Job description

Alliant Engineering, Inc. seeks a strategic Director of Water Resources to lead an established team of hydraulic and hydrology engineers. You will guide group strategy, drive market expansion, and grow client relationships across transportation projects.

The role emphasizes leadership, proposal development, and cross‑functional collaboration. We offer a robust ESOP program, competitive benefits, and a collaborative employee‑owned culture focused on community impact.