Cogentanalytics

Senior Water Resource Engineer - Dams Specialist

Easton, PA March 10, 2026 Full Time Lever
Our client is a civil and environmental engineering consulting firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality water resources and infrastructure projects. With offices in San Antonio, TX, and Easton, PA, they specialize in dam design, rehabilitation, and safety evaluations, along with other water-related infrastructure projects.

They are seeking a highly experienced and self-sufficient Senior Water Resources Engineer to lead and grow their Easton, PA office. This is a unique opportunity to step into a leadership role, taking over an existing portfolio of dam projects while also driving business development and expanding our presence in the region.
Our client is a civil and environmental engineering consulting firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality water resources and infrastructure projects. With offices in San Antonio, TX, and Easton, PA, they specialize in dam design, rehabilitation, and safety evaluations, along with other water-related infrastructure projects.

They are seeking a highly experienced and self-sufficient Senior Water Resources Engineer to lead and grow their Easton, PA office. This is a unique opportunity to step into a leadership role, taking over an existing portfolio of dam projects while also driving business development and expanding our presence in the region.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage the Easton, PA office with oversight from company leadership based in San Antonio.
  • Take over and manage ongoing dam-related projects, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables.
  • Develop new business opportunities in dam safety, rehabilitation, and water resources.
  • Serve as the primary technical expert for dam-related projects, including inspections, design, permitting, and compliance.
  • Maintain and build relationships with local and regional clients, regulatory agencies, and industry partners.
  • Provide mentorship and leadership for the Easton office team.
  • Handle basic office management duties with support from the San Antonio administrative staff.

    • Qualifications

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
  • Minimum 15 years of experience in water resources engineering, with a strong focus on dams (design, rehabilitation, safety inspections, permitting, and compliance).
  • Proven ability to manage projects from inception to completion, including client interactions, budgets, and regulatory approvals.
  • Experience in business development and client relationship management within the engineering sector.
  • Strong leadership and decision-making skills with the ability to operate autonomously while aligning with company goals.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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