Water Resources Engineer

Senior Water Resources / Senior Dam Engineer We are seeking a Senior Water Resources / Senior Dam Engineer to join our growing Water Resources team. This newly created role is driven by a significant and expanding portfolio of dam repair, dam removal, and climate‑resiliency projects across New England. The successful candidate will play a key leadership role, overseeing complex projects from planning through design and permitting, while mentoring junior staff and supporting business development initiatives. This position is ideal for a licensed Professional Engineer with deep technical expertise in dam engineering and water resources, strong project management skills, and a passion for resilient, sustainable infrastructure solutions. This is a hybrid role , offering the best of both worlds – collaborate in‑office with a high‑performing team and enjoy the flexibility of working remotely part of the week. We’re committed to supporting work‑life balance while maintaining strong team connection and project delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage dam repair and dam removal projects from planning through design, permitting, and construction support Develop project scopes, fees, schedules, and budgets; oversee contracts and project delivery Prepare and review engineering analyses, technical reports, plans, specifications, and cost estimates Coordinate and support local, state, and federal permitting and grant applications Apply hydrologic and hydraulic modeling to support design and regulatory submissions Collaborate with clients, regulators, and internal multidisciplinary teams across New England Support business development efforts, including funding strategy development and proposals Mentor and provide technical oversight to junior and mid‑level engineers Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related discipline Professional Engineer (PE) license 10+ years of experience in water resources and dam engineering Strong knowledge of dam safety regulations, codes, and industry standards Experience leading dam repair and removal design efforts Proven ability to prepare high‑quality technical reports and permit applications Proficiency with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software Working knowledge of CAD‑based design tools Strong project management, communication, and mentoring skills Ability to travel up to 10‑15% throughout New England Benefits Schedule Flexibility : Customize your work schedule to fit your life. Health & Wellness : Comprehensive health benefits to keep you and your family healthy. Continuous Learning : Access to online courses, conferences, and learning materials to fuel your professional growth. Paid Time Off : Take the time you need to recharge with our generous paid time off policy. Career Advancement : Clear paths for promotions and the opportunity to take on new challenges. Fun Team Culture : Regular team‑building activities, happy hours, and company outings. Additional Information Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position. All offers are contingent upon a successful criminal background check. Fuss & O'Neill, Inc. is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer . Fuss & O'Neill participates in the Federal e‑Verify program. #J-18808-Ljbffr