Group Lead - Senior Water Resources Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Water Resources Group Leader | Seattle, Bellevue, Tacoma, Olympia, Everett - WA

About the Company

A well-regarded multi-disciplinary engineering firm with a strong Pacific Northwest presence is looking to add a senior leader to its Water Resources practice. The firm delivers comprehensive water resources, natural resources, and environmental solutions across municipal, federal, and private sectors with a culture built around collaboration, innovation, and sustainable practice. Office locations are flexible across the greater Puget Sound region.

The Role

A practice leadership position combining technical project delivery, team management, and active business development. You'll lead a water resources group, manage client relationships, and play a direct role in shaping the strategic growth of the practice across the Puget Sound region.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Water Resources group through all phases of project scoping, budgeting, contract negotiation, and delivery
• Drive business development by identifying pursuits, preparing proposals, and representing the firm in client interviews
• Mentor and develop staff across technical, professional, and business development disciplines
• Oversee team performance management including utilization, growth planning, and administrative approvals
• Collaborate with regional business leaders on strategic planning, key hires, and growth opportunities
• Build and expand client relationships within municipal and federal water resources programs

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related Water Resources field
• PE license (Washington State preferred)
• 10+ years of professional engineering experience including 5+ years in a project management role supporting water resources business development and delivery
• Proficiency with stormwater management and hydraulic modeling software such as HEC-RAS, MGSFlood, SMS/SRH-2D, or similar
• Background in fish passage, stream restoration, and/or stormwater systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Established client relationships within municipal and federal water resources programs in Washington State
• Experience leading competitive pursuits and growing a practice area
• Familiarity with Puget Sound region jurisdictions and regulatory environment

Compensation

• $135,000 to $200,000+ depending on experience
• Benefits include medical/dental/vision, HSA with employer contribution, 401(k), generous PTO, flexible 9/80 work schedule, and professional development support

\nCompany Description

LVI Associates exists to enable exceptional careers around the world; we connect exceptional talent, with exceptional opportunities.

We believe that every professional should benefit from the advice of a trusted partner throughout their career.

We provide that partnership to mid to senior level professionals within the Energy, Environmental & Infrastructure spaces through our network of micro-specialist consultants.

Each team within LVI Associates focuses on a specialist area of Energy & Infrastructure. I specialise in sourcing and placing senior level candidates within the bridges and highway construction spaces.

Make LVI Associates your career partner; ensure your career journey is exceptional.

Company Description

LVI Associates exists to enable exceptional careers around the world; we connect exceptional talent, with exceptional opportunities.\r\n\r\nWe believe that every professional should benefit from the advice of a trusted partner throughout their career.\r\n\r\nWe provide that partnership to mid to senior level professionals within the Energy, Environmental & Infrastructure spaces through our network of micro-specialist consultants.\r\n\r\nEach team within LVI Associates focuses on a specialist area of Energy & Infrastructure. I specialise in sourcing and placing senior level candidates within the bridges and highway construction spaces. \r\n\r\nMake LVI Associates your career partner; ensure your career journey is exceptional.