Principal Water Resources Engineer
Core
Lead high-quality project delivery and drive strategic growth for AECOM's Pacific Northwest water resources practice, focusing on stream/river restoration, fish passage, floodplain management, and stormwater.
Role type
Principal Water Resources Engineer (Strategy & Delivery)
Builds
Regional water resources practice, project portfolios, and client relationships in the Pacific Northwest.
Domain
Water Resources Engineering / Infrastructure Consulting
Required skills
Water resources engineering expertise, project management, business development, technical leadership, contract negotiation, team mentorship, regulatory permitting knowledge, floodplain modeling, hydrology/hydraulics analysis, geomorphic field data collection, AutoCAD/Civil 3D/Microstation/ArcGIS proficiency, HEC-RAS/HEC-HMS/SRH-2D/SWMM modeling.
Preferred skills
20+ years water resources experience, 10+ years project management, existing Pacific Northwest client relationships, practice building experience, construction management, Python coding, digital tool development, MS/PhD, professional organization membership, WSDOT Fish Passage certification, Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM).
Technologies
AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Microstation, ArcGIS, SRH-2D, SMS, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, SWMM, Python
Responsibilities
Lead complex water resources projects from planning to construction supervision; identify and pursue new business opportunities; coordinate project presentations and marketing; manage contract negotiations and agreements; direct project teams and ensure compliance; prepare work plans, schedules, and budgets; mentor technical staff; monitor project financial status.
Seniority
Principal, strategic leadership with hands-on delivery
