Water Resources Engineer

Impact Recruitment; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Impact Recruitment is seeking an experienced Water Resources Engineer for the Mid-Atlantic region. You will lead analysis and design of stormwater projects, prepare technical reports, and manage construction administration for municipal, state, and federal clients.

You will oversee teams, engage in client service, and contribute to business development and proposal efforts, ensuring high standards across diverse projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or equivalent required.
• 10–15 years related experience required.
• Professional Engineer license required or to be licensed within 6–12 months.
• Strong writing, oral communication, and teamwork skills.
• Experience with Virginia Stormwater Management Program modeling and H&H analysis.
• Familiarity with pump/lift design, erosion and sediment control, and SWPPP.
• Proficiency in MicroStation, Civil 3D, PCSWMM, StormCAD, HEC-RAS, ArcGIS.
• Valid driver’s license and clean MVR.

Responsibilities

• Lead analysis, design, construction administration, and reports for stormwater projects.
• Prepare plans, specs, and technical reports for municipalities, state, and federal clients.
• Plan and supervise work of teams; interact with clients and ensure service quality.
• Engage in business development, proposals, and client maintenance.

Skills

Technical writing

Oral communication

Teamwork

Project management

Business development

Client interaction

Education

Bachelors in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

Civil 3D

PCSWMM

StormCAD

HEC-RAS

ArcGIS

Job description

Impact Recruitment has partnered with a leading design firm that provides clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. We are currently searching for an experienced Water Resources Engineer in the Mid-Atlantic Region.

What you’ll be doing

• Will be responsible for leading the analysis, design, construction administration, and preparation of technical reports, plans, and specifications for stormwater projects for various owners, including municipalities, state (VDOT), and federal.
• Will work independently as well as plan and supervise work of teams of professionals and technicians.
• Position includes client interaction and a commitment to client service.
• Includes business development, proposal preparation client maintenance.

What you need to have

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or an equivalent related degree is required.
• 10 - 15 years related experience required.
• Professional Engineer license required or to be licensed in the next six or twelve months.
• Strong writing, oral communication, and teamwork skills.
• A mix of technical and project management experience including, but not limited to: Virginia Stormwater Management Program Modeling, H&H analysis, Pump/lift station design and operations, Erosion and sediment control plans and strategies, Virginia Beach/Hampton Road experience is a plus.
• Perform technical work in various software applications, including but not limited to MicroStation, Civil 3D, PCSWMM, StormCAD, HEC-RAS, and ARC-GIS.
• Ability to deliver quality projects for a wide range of clients.
• Land disturbance permits and storm water pollution prevention plans (SWPPP).
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Client adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines.
• Valid driver’s license.
• A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR).

Impact Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer. Impact Recruitment does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, or terms or conditions of employment on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, medical condition as defined under state law, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. Impact Recruitment also provides reasonable accommodations to disabled individuals to assist in the hiring process and to qualified individuals with disabilities in the performance of essential job functions, as required by federal, state, or local law.