Civil Engineering
Principal Water Resources Engineer
Berkeley, CA
$100 to $122 an hour
The employer is an engineering firm specializing in rail, transit and multimodal transportation.
The employer is looking for a Principal Water Resources Engineer in Berkeley, CA. In this role you will set technical direction alongside an experienced civil engineering team and take real ownership of your work. This is a 6-month contract with the possibility of extension. This role is on site at our Berkeley location.
What you’ll do
- Analyze data in GIS to support capital planning
- Design water distribution, sewer and pump station improvements
- Prepare master plans and engineering reports for municipal clients
- Support grant applications and regulatory submittals
- Model hydrology and hydraulics for flood control and stormwater projects
- Mentor junior engineers and review their work
- Set technical standards and guide decisions across multiple projects
What you’ll bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
- 8+ years of relevant professional experience
- Working GIS skills
- Understanding of hydraulics and hydrology
- Experience with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS or SWMM
- A track record of leading projects from scope through delivery
Nice to have
- PE license
- Experience with InfoWater or WaterGEMS
Compensation and benefits
The pay range for this position in Berkeley, CA is $100 – $122 per hour. Final pay depends on experience, skills and qualifications.
- Weekly pay
- Potential to convert to a full-time role
- Access to medical coverage
The employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
