Senior Water Resources Engineer Group Leader

AtkinsRéalis; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 135,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer Group Lead for our Henderson, NV office. You will supervise engineering staff and lead flood control design, drainage, and hydrologic/hydraulic modelling on large, interdisciplinary projects.

The role requires a B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering and a P.E. license, with about 15 years of experience. You will mentor juniors, manage projects, and coordinate with clients to deliver cost-effective solutions.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering required.
• P.E. license is required.
• 15 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Arid-region hydrology knowledge preferred (Southern NV)

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor junior engineers on design concepts.
• Supervise flood control and drainage design tasks on large projects.
• Coordinate with clients, stakeholders and other disciplines.
• Plan production of investigations, models, reports and drawings.
• Manage projects and budgets.
• Ensure quality control across work products.

Skills

Mentoring

Client liaison

Project leadership

Communication

Education

B.S. or M.S. Civil Engineering

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer Group Lead to join our Henderson, NV office. This role will supervise other engineering staff and support projects and tasks related to flood control design, highway drainage, stormwater/flood control master planning, hydrologic & hydraulic modelling, and FEMA CLOMR/LOMR submittals. This role will manage drainage/flood control design tasks on large, inter-disciplinary projects and be project manager for local projects/studies.

Your role

• Lead and mentor junior engineers in the development of design concepts.
• Markets company services and pursue new project opportunities by maintaining contacts with current and prospective clients.
• Coordinate with clients and stakeholders. Coordinate with other disciplines.
• Plan and review the production of engineering investigations, models, planning work, reports, drawings and specifications.
• Develop and evaluate plans and criteria for new projects, weighing alternatives and selecting the most cost-effective solution.
• Analyze technical problems, assess the feasibility of proposed techniques and procedures, and devise new approaches and alternative solutions.
• Analyze project dimension and scope, and prepare or oversee the preparation of cost and manpower estimates, schedules and job budgets.
• Coordinate work with other project and task managers, guides others on drafting and design of preliminary and final plans, guides others on hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and preparation of studies/reports.
• Provide quality control and maintain quality standards, check work performed by others.
• Manage projects.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

About You

• B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering. This level may be achieved by Engineers with 15 years' experience.
• Experience with major projects and alternative delivery is a plus but not a requirement.
• Understanding of hydrologic and hydraulic design principles and applications in arid regions, preferably in Southern Nevada.
• Good technical writing, computer and verbal communications skills.
• P.E. license is required.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Expected compensation range

Expected compensation range is between $135,000 - $198,000 annually hourly depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

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AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

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