WSP in the U.S.
Overview
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Lead Water Resources Engineer
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WSP in the U.S. WSP is initiating a search for a
Lead Water Resources Engineer
for our Raleigh office. This is an opportunity to join a motivated Water Team and work on a broad range of water resources projects that support communities and environmental stewardship. This Opportunity
At WSP, we aim to inspire future-ready pioneers to innovate. We seek candidates who collaborate to build sustainable communities. This role focuses on serving primarily public clients and advancing projects that balance infrastructure development with environmental protection and restoration. Your Impact Engage with local clients that have significant statewide impact in Raleigh, Charlotte, Wilmington, and with NCDOT.
Participate in business development activities including marketing, client engagement, and project initiation.
Guide the identification, prioritization, selection, and pursuit of opportunities to influence the future of the group and the State.
Mentor and collaborate with local engineers while leveraging national and regional expertise.
Lead project teams in preparing technical reports and designs for stormwater and water resources projects.
Ensure production of plans, specifications, reports, and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements.
Practice responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications BS or MS in environmental, civil, biosystems & environmental engineering, or a related field from an accredited program.
Professional Engineering (P.E.) license in North Carolina, or another state with the ability to apply for a license in North Carolina.
8+ years of relevant experience with engineering principles and practices and project experience in areas such as:
Municipal stormwater conveyance and flood mitigation
Stream and wetland restoration
Watershed assessment and improvement of water quality
Hydraulic design for highway/transit
Bridge hydraulic/scour analysis and floodplain management
Dams and hydraulic structures
Project and client management
Strong communication skills and ability to work with team members across disciplines
Strong background using hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and design software (e.g., Civil 3D, OpenRoads, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, StormCAD, SWMM, SRH-2D)
Proven commitment to workplace safety and adherence to health, safety, and harassment policies
Preferred Qualifications Proven ability to contribute to the delivery of complex stormwater and water resources design projects
Recent experience with municipal (NC) stormwater and/or other public sector clients
Active involvement with relevant professional societies
Commitment to bettering local communities, protecting the environment, and serving clients as a trusted advisor
Additional Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a leading engineering and professional services firm. We design lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets with over 15,000 employees in more than 300 offices across the U.S. We partner with clients to help communities prosper. WSP provides a flexible workplace model and a comprehensive benefits package, with medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings programs. We value diverse backgrounds and encourage applicants from all groups. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Engineering and Information Technology Industries
Professional Services
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Join to apply for the
Lead Water Resources Engineer
role at
WSP in the U.S. WSP is initiating a search for a
Lead Water Resources Engineer
for our Raleigh office. This is an opportunity to join a motivated Water Team and work on a broad range of water resources projects that support communities and environmental stewardship. This Opportunity
At WSP, we aim to inspire future-ready pioneers to innovate. We seek candidates who collaborate to build sustainable communities. This role focuses on serving primarily public clients and advancing projects that balance infrastructure development with environmental protection and restoration. Your Impact Engage with local clients that have significant statewide impact in Raleigh, Charlotte, Wilmington, and with NCDOT.
Participate in business development activities including marketing, client engagement, and project initiation.
Guide the identification, prioritization, selection, and pursuit of opportunities to influence the future of the group and the State.
Mentor and collaborate with local engineers while leveraging national and regional expertise.
Lead project teams in preparing technical reports and designs for stormwater and water resources projects.
Ensure production of plans, specifications, reports, and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements.
Practice responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications BS or MS in environmental, civil, biosystems & environmental engineering, or a related field from an accredited program.
Professional Engineering (P.E.) license in North Carolina, or another state with the ability to apply for a license in North Carolina.
8+ years of relevant experience with engineering principles and practices and project experience in areas such as:
Municipal stormwater conveyance and flood mitigation
Stream and wetland restoration
Watershed assessment and improvement of water quality
Hydraulic design for highway/transit
Bridge hydraulic/scour analysis and floodplain management
Dams and hydraulic structures
Project and client management
Strong communication skills and ability to work with team members across disciplines
Strong background using hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and design software (e.g., Civil 3D, OpenRoads, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, StormCAD, SWMM, SRH-2D)
Proven commitment to workplace safety and adherence to health, safety, and harassment policies
Preferred Qualifications Proven ability to contribute to the delivery of complex stormwater and water resources design projects
Recent experience with municipal (NC) stormwater and/or other public sector clients
Active involvement with relevant professional societies
Commitment to bettering local communities, protecting the environment, and serving clients as a trusted advisor
Additional Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a leading engineering and professional services firm. We design lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets with over 15,000 employees in more than 300 offices across the U.S. We partner with clients to help communities prosper. WSP provides a flexible workplace model and a comprehensive benefits package, with medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings programs. We value diverse backgrounds and encourage applicants from all groups. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Engineering and Information Technology Industries
Professional Services
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