Senior Water Resources Project Lead – Stormwater Resiliency

LVI Associates; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates is seeking a Senior Water Resources Project Engineer for our Fairfax, VA office. You will lead water resources and stormwater projects, working directly with clients and agencies to deliver design, permitting, and compliance across public and private sectors.

You will mentor junior staff while staying involved in technical work and contributing to flood mitigation and watershed initiatives across Northern Virginia. A PE license and 7+ years of experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• PE license or pursuing licensure if near.
• 7+ years of water resources, stormwater, civil, or environmental engineering experience.
• Previous project management or leadership experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver water resources and stormwater projects from concept through construction.
• Lead hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, drainage studies, and watershed evaluations.
• Design stormwater management facilities and erosion & sediment control solutions.
• Prepare technical reports, plans, specifications, permit applications, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate with clients, municipalities, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders.
• Support flood mitigation and resiliency planning efforts.
• Contribute to stream restoration, water quality improvement, and environmental permitting projects.
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Mentor junior engineers and review technical work products.
• Assist with proposal development, client relationships, and business growth initiatives.

Skills

PE license

Project management

Technical report writing

Client communication

Mentoring juniors

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

Civil 3D

ArcGIS

SWMM

Job description

LVI Associates is seeking a Senior Water Resources Project Engineer for our Fairfax, VA office. You will lead water resources and stormwater projects, working directly with clients and agencies to deliver design, permitting, and compliance across public and private sectors.

You will mentor junior staff while staying involved in technical work and contributing to flood mitigation and watershed initiatives across Northern Virginia. A PE license and 7+ years of experience are preferred.