Water Resources Project Engineer

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

About the Role

I'm working with a growing engineering and environmental consulting firm in Northern Virginia that is looking to add a Senior Water Resources Project Engineer to its Fairfax office. This is an opportunity to join a hands-on team that works on a wide variety of public and private sector projects throughout the region, with a strong focus on stormwater management, drainage design, watershed studies, stream restoration, permitting, and infrastructure improvements.

The team is looking for someone who enjoys taking ownership of projects, working directly with clients and agencies, and helping mentor junior staff while remaining involved in technical work. You'll have the chance to contribute to meaningful projects that support flood mitigation, environmental compliance, water quality improvements, and community infrastructure across Virginia.

Fairfax, VA

Compensation: $120,000+ depending on experience

What You'll Be Doing

• 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 compliance 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

What They're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
• PE license, or actively pursuing licensure if close to obtaining
• 7+ years of experience in water resources, stormwater, civil, or environmental engineering
• Previous project management or project leadership experience
• Strong understanding of stormwater regulations, permitting, and drainage design
• Experience preparing engineering plans, calculations, and technical reports
• Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining strong client communication
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Experience With the Following Is Highly Valued

• Stormwater management and BMP design
• Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling
• Watershed and drainage studies
• Erosion & sediment control design
• Floodplain analysis and mitigation planning
• Stream restoration and environmental permitting
• HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, HydroCAD, SWMM, or similar tools
• Virginia regulatory and permitting processes

Why It's Worth Considering

• Stable and growing engineering consulting firm with a strong presence in Northern Virginia
• Opportunity to work on a diverse mix of water resources, environmental, and infrastructure projects
• Direct exposure to clients and project leadership responsibilities
• Strong career growth potential without getting lost in a large corporate structure
• Collaborative office environment with experienced technical professionals
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

This role would be a strong fit for an engineer who enjoys balancing technical water resources work with project management responsibilities and is looking to play a meaningful role in the delivery of impactful projects throughout the Fairfax and greater Northern Virginia region.