Principal Water & Wastewater Engineer – California

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 178,400 - 276,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) and employee stock purchase program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Principal Water/Wastewater Engineer for their Santa Barbara office. In this role, you will manage client relationships, oversee project delivery, and provide technical leadership in water and wastewater projects. The ideal candidate has a strong background in engineering, at least 15 years of relevant experience, and a commitment to excellence in project management. Full-time position with competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of water/wastewater treatment or conveyance experience.
• Valid California Professional Engineering license or ability to obtain one within 1 year.
• Experience with multidisciplinary team management and collaborative delivery projects.

Responsibilities

• Engage in business development and project delivery as a client‑facing project leader.
• Manage project staff, financials, and contracts.
• Provide technical guidance and leadership for water and/or wastewater projects.

Skills

Client service management

Project delivery

Design management

Project management

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

B.S. degree in civil, environmental, or chemical engineering

M.S. preferred

Job description

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Principal Water/Wastewater Engineer for their Santa Barbara office. In this role, you will manage client relationships, oversee project delivery, and provide technical leadership in water and wastewater projects. The ideal candidate has a strong background in engineering, at least 15 years of relevant experience, and a commitment to excellence in project management. Full-time position with competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.