Senior Water Civil Engineer

Davita Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Water Civil Engineer in Irvine to oversee diverse civil engineering projects, focusing on water resources. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in civil construction and a strong technical background. Emphasis is placed on collaboration, effective communication, and active participation in a culture of inclusion. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off and parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years relevant experience.
• Field experience related to civil construction.
• Experience related to water resources projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and plan production for civil projects including site layouts and drainage.
• Prepare specifications and contract documents.
• Serve as a technical expert in civil engineering.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to handle multiple assignments

Technical background in water solutions

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Numerical modeling and simulation platforms

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Senior Water Civil Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Design and plan production for general civil on a wide variety of projects, including site layouts, horizontal and vertical control, grading and drainage, paving, site utilities, and associated civil engineering activities


• Perform quantity calculations


• Prepare specifications and contract documents


• Conduct permitting


• Perform complex assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification or standard engineering techniques and procedures


• Serve as a technical expert with recognized authority in an area of specialization that resolves problems of greater scope and complexity as needed


• Plan and develop projects or design activities with significant impact on major company programs as needed


• Plan, organize and supervise work of medium to large staff of professionals and technicians as needed


• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years relevant experience


• Field experience related to civil construction


• Experience related to water resources projects


• Professional registration/license (PE) in the State of California


• Strong communication and listening skills


• Ability to handle multiple assignments


• Attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field
• A minimum of 10 years experience with water infrastructure and water related facilities or systems
• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license
• Ability to make independent decisions and be accountable for the results
• Strong technical background and experience in guiding and formulating one water solutions and managing multi-disciplinary, geographically diverse teams
• Microsoft Office, digital delivery and design platforms, numerical modeling and simulation platforms, workflow augmentation and quality facilitation platforms
• Project Engineering and Project Management experience is necessary
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) San Diego $129,129.00 - $156,800 and Irvine $134,999 - $163,927

Primary Location:United States-California-Irvine

Other Locations:United States-California-San Diego

Industry:Water

Schedule:Full-time

Employee Status:Regular

BusinessClass:Dams Levees Civil Works

Job Posting:Jun 2, 2025