Water Consulting Senior Associate

WestWater Research; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k)

Annual bonus opportunities

Profit sharing

Job summary

A leading water consulting firm in Austin, Texas seeks a Water Consulting Senior Associate to manage and support water market analysis, economic research, and financial consulting projects. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience in water rights management and strong project management skills, contributing to valuation and transaction advisory projects. This is a full-time, on-site position with opportunities for professional growth and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in water rights or resource management preferred.
• Strong familiarity with regulatory frameworks.
• Ability to distill complex data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Conduct water supply studies and recommend acquisition strategies.
• Manage projects analyzing water rights trading in Texas.
• Deliver valuations and economic reports on water assets.
• Advise clients on water rights issues and manage consulting projects.

Skills

Water rights management

Project management

Data analysis

Client relationship management

Financial analysis

Economic modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

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Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from WestWater Research

WestWater Research seeks a Water Consulting Senior Associate to support and manage water market analysis, economic research, and financial consulting projects in Austin, TX. Reporting to the Texas Regional Director, this role involves researching water rights trading activity, providing data-driven insights, and supporting valuation and transaction advisory projects. It’s an ideal opportunity for early-career professionals to build expertise in water markets and resource economics.

What You Do

• Water Supply Planning and Acquisition: Conduct and lead water supply studies to evaluate and recommend acquisition strategies. Originate, negotiate, and execute water rights transactions for clients.
• Water Market Research: Manage projects analyzing water rights trading in Texas. Track market dynamics, trading trends, and regulatory processes, producing detailed reports. Build relationships with industry stakeholders and contribute to water market intelligence.
• Water Asset Valuation: Deliver valuations, financial analyses, and economic reports on water assets. Oversee data collection, analysis, and reporting, ensuring quality and precision.
• Water Rights Consulting: Advise a diverse client base, including municipalities, utilities, developers, and investors, on water rights issues. Manage consulting projects, ensuring timely and actionable deliverables.

What You Have

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Economics, Finance, Agricultural, Natural Resources, Business Administration, Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with water rights or resource management (8+ years preferred) in Texas.
• Experience in project management and budget management in a consulting position or in a similar role.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and financial analysis.
• Expertise in economic, statistical, or financial modeling.
• Consulting experience and proven ability to manage teams and projects.
• Proven success in delivering client-facing consulting projects, including managing client relationships and ensuring deliverables meet high standards of quality.
• Demonstrated ability to develop strategic recommendations based on quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Familiarity with economic impacts of regulatory and environmental policies, especially in the context of resource allocation.
• Ability to distill complex data into actionable insights for diverse audiences.

Compensation

• Salary Range: $120,000–$150,000 based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, 401(k), annual bonus opportunities, and profit sharing.
• This role offers substantial professional growth, including leadership development and advancement within a rapidly expanding firm.

Location

• This position is required to work on-site at WestWater’s Austin, Texas office and is not eligible for remote work.

How to Apply

• Apply through LinkedIn
• Include a Cover Letter highlighting your interest in water markets and the role along with your uploaded Resume file.
• If you have any questions, please email [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales