Lead Water Resources Engineer

STV

Lead Water Resources Engineer at STV managing water resources design for transportation infrastructure projects. Engaging with clients and mentoring junior engineers while ensuring project compliance and quality.

Posted 6/10/2026full-timeFairfax • Maryland, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $143,435 - $163,925 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead water resources engineering design for transportation infrastructure projects, including roadway, rail and highway improvements.
Perform and oversee design of stormwater management systems, drainage systems, culverts, hydraulic structures, and erosion and sediment control (ESC) plans.
Apply hydrology and hydraulic analysis to support design decisions and regulatory compliance.
Support and manage stormwater permitting, erosion and sediment control approvals, and environmental regulatory coordination.
Prepare and review technical reports, drainage reports, design documentation, specifications, and engineer’s cost estimates.
Coordinate multidisciplinary design efforts with roadway, structural, and environmental teams to ensure integrated project delivery.
Provide technical leadership and QA/QC for water resources deliverables.
Manage client interactions and support relationships with public-sector agencies and stakeholders.
Mentor and develop early-career water resources engineers and technical staff, supporting team growth and capability development.
Participate in project meetings with clients, subconsultants, and regulatory agencies bringing confidence and expertise to every interaction.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
10+ years of progressive experience in water resources design, ideally supporting transportation infrastructure projects.
PE license in VA/DC preferred, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Demonstrated expertise in:
Hydrology and hydraulic analysis
Stormwater management design
Drainage systems and culvert design
Erosion and sediment control (ESC) design and permitting
Transportation infrastructure projects
Proficiency with engineering tools such as HEC-RAS and HydroCAD (or equivalent).
Experience with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D; OpenRoads Designer and ArcGIS preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and client-facing environments.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
Disability insurance
Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
401(k) Plan
Retirement Counseling
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
Paid Holidays (9 days)
Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
Continuing Education Program
Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

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Hard Skills & Tools

water resources engineering designhydrology analysishydraulic analysisstormwater management designdrainage systems designculvert designerosion and sediment control designtransportation infrastructure projectsQA/QC for water resources deliverablestechnical report preparation

Soft Skills

technical leadershipclient interactionmentoringteam growth supportcommunication skillsmultidisciplinary teamworkrelationship managementproject management

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Environmental EngineeringPE license in VA/DC