SENIOR ENGINEER WATER RESOURCES

DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES; California; Hybrid; USD 128,000 - 160,000; Part time

Job summary

The Department of Water Resources (DWR), part of the State of California, seeks a Senior Engineer Water Resources to lead project management for civil engineering design and construction on the State Water Project and related facilities.

The position is permanent-intermittent with a maximum of 1,500 hours per calendar year. Salary ranges from $11,437 to $14,315 per month, with telework- Hybrid arrangements and a focus on collaborative delivery methods and contractor coordination.

Qualifications

• Senior Engineer Water Resources

Responsibilities

• Duties: project management on civil engineering design and construction projects; oversee consultants supporting PM and coordination; manage State Water Project facilities and other locations as required.

Job description

Department of Water Resources

JC-536699 -

JC-536699 - Senior Engineer Project Management(Specialist)
SENIOR ENGINEER WATER RESOURCES

$11,437.00 - $14,315.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 12/21/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

Why Choose Us: This position offers an exciting opportunity to participate in the development and execution of the Department of Water Resources' (DWR) public works construction contracts for all the right reasons. These contracts are essential to DWR's managing of California’s water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water Project, in a responsible and sustainable way. You'll be at the frontline leading complex, high-visibility infrastructure projects that shape California's water future. DWR received new authorities to execute these contracts using Collaborative Delivery Methods such as Design-Build and Construction Manager / General Contractor (CM/GC) and this position will play a key role in implementing these new processes. In addition to taking an exciting and rewarding career path, by joining DWR you will contribute to future generations in a workplace environment that embraces diversity and one that takes its environmental stewardship seriously. And, you will become part of the DWR Team, which is a world class safety organization.

At DWR you will have the advantage of numerous resources to support your work and your professional growth—including training, organizational memberships, and knowledgeable and professional colleagues all of which collaborate for project success. You'll enjoy flexible scheduling and a balanced workload with a permanent-intermittent schedule.

We hope you'll check out the Duties and Desirable Qualifications below and apply for this great career opportunity to join our State Water Project team and help deliver water to over 27 million Californians as well as contribute to protecting our environment and species conservation efforts.

Join a team of highly motivated professionals that are doing exciting engineering work!

This is a Permanent-Intermittent position with a maximum of 1,500 hours of work per calendar year.

Enjoy a flexible schedule that supports work-life balance, with opportunities to structure your time to allow extended weekends and personal flexibility.

What You’ll Gain:

• Hands-on leadership experience delivering major water infrastructure projects.


• Deep knowledge of collaborative delivery methods and public works contracting.


• Opportunities to mentor and collaborate with engineers statewide.


• A balanced schedule and supportive team culture.

Duties: Under general direction of the Section Manager, the incumbent serves as a non-supervisory specialist performing project management duties on a wide variety of civil engineering related design and construction projects, studies, purchase contracts for State Water Project (SWP) facilities, Delta flood-control facilities, and other facilities and locations as required. The incumbent will also oversee consultants supporting the Project Management and Coordination Section.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SENIOR ENGINEER WATER RESOURCES

Classification:

SENIOR ENGINEER WATER RESOURCES $11,437.00 - $14,315.00A New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

1

Telework:

Hybrid

Department Information

Division of Engineering, Program & Project Delivery, Project Management Branch, Project Management Coordination Section, Sacramento

Department of Water Resources (DWR) was established in 1956 by the California State Legislature.We manage California’s water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water Project, in a responsible sustainable way.

At DWR, we are embedding climate change response into every project we undertake. We have set standards to help evaluate how each project incorporates climate resilience principles and ensure consistency across the Department. Our mission is to sustainably manage the water resources of California, in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the state’s people and protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments.

DWR also strives to create a trusting and welcoming workplace where employees embrace diverse viewpoints and treat each other with civility and respect. An important component of DWR’s equal employment opportunity program centers around justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Free virtual career consultation services including one-on-one DWR career consultations, application/resume review, tips for applying, and mock interviews, provided by DWR's Recruitment and Workforce Planning section can now be scheduled via https://water.ca.gov/About/Careers.

Special Requirements

Must possess a valid California driver's license when conducting State business that requires driving a vehicle.

The Department of Water Resources is committed to its mission and employees, and we are grounded in its commitment to public safety. Regular, consistent, and predictable attendance is essential to the successful performance in this position.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s)to the Department's EEO Office.

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s)to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Office of Civil Rights
[phone]
[e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.