Senior Water Resources Leader — Integrated Planning

Woodard & Curran; California; Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodard & Curran, an employee-owned engineering and environmental firm, seeks a Water Resources Senior Technical Leader to lead integrated water resources planning across California and the United States. You will oversee projects, nurture client relationships, and guide regulatory engagement while shaping strategic growth in the water resources practice.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, coordination with market leaders, and mentorship of teams to deliver high-quality reports and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience in the execution and management in the marketplace.
• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, civil engineering, or a related field. MS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as a technical lead for key projects, including substantial interaction related to scoping and delivery of technical tasks.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients and regulatory agencies.
• Provide technical expertise on water resources and integrated planning projects, and resource agency permit engagement/applications.
• Support project teams, including supervision of planners, engineers, scientists, and other professionals.
• Prepare or review technical reports and proposals for clients.
• Represent the company in industry and professional organizations.
• Stay current on emerging regulatory developments that impact water resources and infrastructure planning.
• Collaborate with Market Leaders on Practice strategic growth opportunities, marketing approach, technical direction, quality controls, and innovation.

Skills

Project management

Business development

Leadership

Client relationships

Water resources planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or civil engineering

MS preferred

Job description

Woodard & Curran, an employee-owned engineering and environmental firm, seeks a Water Resources Senior Technical Leader to lead integrated water resources planning across California and the United States. You will oversee projects, nurture client relationships, and guide regulatory engagement while shaping strategic growth in the water resources practice.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, coordination with market leaders, and mentorship of teams to deliver high-quality reports and