Senior Water Resources Project Manager

at Wilson & Company

Record last updated: 7/27/2026 4:20:40 PM

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Current Days Open
88
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$100,000.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$150,000.00 (Yearly)
Historical Days Open
N/A
First Seen
5/1/2026
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$100,000.00 (Yearly)
7/27/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$175,000.00 (Yearly)
7/27/2026

Full Job Description

Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects is seeking a licensed professional Civil or Environmental Engineer to join our Water Resources team in Springfield, MO. Qualified candidates must have 15+ years of experience in water resources, including stormwater drainage. Candidates with previous work and/or consulting experience in Springfield and surrounding areas are especially encouraged to apply. The Senior Water Resources Project Manager will be expected to join our team in the office and manage the existing water resources staff and clients. They will coordinate with Practice Leads in and cross-disciplines to help mentor staff, deliver projects, win work, and optimize processes. Roles and Responsibilities: Manage design, permitting, and construction services for the assigned project efficiently and responsibly. Manage project delivery from start to finish, without oversight, to meet project quality, schedule, and cost commitments; delegating work to junior and mid-level staff as appropriate. Complete site designs, perform hydraulics and hydrology calculations, and design stormwater infrastructure, grading, erosion control, & drainage plans. Participate in adopting and improving design standards to improve or enhance our practice. Actively participate and adhere to our safety program and ensure that all team members are as well. Manage and mentor junior staff to see that designs and plans are appropriately compiled, on time, and in a quality fashion. Will be required to maintain positive client relationships regularly. Required Experience: Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Civil Engineering or a related field. 15+ years of experience in water resources, including stormwater drainage. Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Missouri, or ability to obtain within six months. Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, experience with MicroStation OpenRoads is desirable. Experience with drainage-related software programs such as HEC-RAS, PC-SWMM, SRH2D, FLOD2D, InfoWorks ICM, HY-8, and others. Experience and proficiency in performing drainage analysis, drainage planning, and drainage facility design. Existing relationships with clients in Springfield and the surrounding area are preferred. Job Location: Springfield, MO Salary: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00+ Depending on experience Please note that Wilson & Company is not currently sponsoring applicants for work visas. About Us: For nearly a century, Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects, has provided award-winning engineering, architecture, planning, environmental, surveying, geospatial, and construction management services. With employees across multiple offices in the Midwest, Southwest, Rocky Mountain, and Western regions in the United States, we bring people together to practice their craft, create value, and accomplish great things. Guided by our purpose, we help clients move from concept to completion, transforming unused spaces into productive places, underutilized facilities into efficient ones, and rural or urban challenges into achievable solutions. At Wilson & Company, we focus on your specific needs, delivering excellence with lasting Higher Relationships in mind. By employing our core valuesdiscipline, intensity, collaboration, shared ownership, and solutionswe create genuine experiences and lasting connections for our clients, employees, and communities. We support our employees success and well-being with a comprehensive benefits package, including options for health insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, and retirement savings plans. We are proud to be an EEO employer and maintain a drug-free workplace, conducting pre-employment background checks. Join us and be part of a culture committed to helping you achieve personal and professional success. Our commitment to excellence starts with our people. We know working for a company is about more than earning a paycheck; its about being part of an organization that aligns with your values and goals. When considering where to invest your time and talent, choosing a workplace that provides a fulfilling and enriching career experience is crucial. Thats where we come in.

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