Water Resources Engineer

IMEG

Sr. Water Resources Engineer managing moderate to complex projects in Billings, MT.

Posted 6/4/2026full-timeBillings • Montana • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead design efforts as a project manager or lead engineer for moderate to complex projects
Work closely with engineers and consultants to provide project direction, engineering solutions, and client-focused outcomes
Support civil infrastructure and/or site design with an added focus on water resources work where applicable
Help manage project budgets
Support training and mentoring
Collaborate across disciplines to meet project goals and client expectations
Coordinate, oversee and manage projects ranging in size and complexity
Assist Project Executives and Client Executives with design scopes of work and fee calculations for proposal generation as well as with contract reviews
Create project schedules including targets for milestones and deadlines
Serve as the point of contact for teams and clients
Create monthly billings and submit financial information to Accounting in a timely manner
Update billing projections and estimated completion percentage for all projects monthly
Ensure design follows owner standards and requirements, IMEG standards, and code requirements
Ensure design milestone deliverables are achieved
Collaborate with design staff and coordinate scheduling of projects during all phases of design and construction
Schedule and lead progress meetings and provide meeting documentation
Conduct construction site visits and provide documentation as needed or requested
Respond to and resolve client/construction concerns
Manage change orders and obtain appropriate approvals
Ability to mentor, train, motivate, and lead others
Build, maintain, and develop client relationships

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent, required
Professional Engineer (PE) License required
7 years of experience minimum required, 8 preferred, in the building design consulting industry
Demonstrated leadership traits in the Project Management career path
Adept in the technical aspects of one’s discipline
Mastery of technical and analytical skills including proficiency in the Civil Engineering field
Ability to perform final quality control check in their area of expertise
Ability to sell work and develop client relationships
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Eagerness to adapt to new challenges
Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to travel up to 20% with occasional overnight stays

Benefits

Comp & perks

generous PTO
flexible schedule
assistance with tuition reimbursement
health, dental, vision, and life insurance on first day of employment

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Hard Skills & Tools

civil engineeringproject managementwater resources designbudget managementdesign scope developmentcontract reviewquality controlanalytical skillschange order managementmilestone scheduling

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringclient relationship managementcommunicationteam collaborationattention to detailproblem-solvingadaptabilitymotivationinterpersonal skills

Certifications

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Civil EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) License