Water Resources Engineer III/IV

Job overview

The Water Resources Engineer III/IV role is primarily in person in Grand Junction or Glenwood Springs, CO, with annual salary ranges of $89,600–$115,600 for Engineer III and $105,400–$131,300 for Engineer IV. The role supports SGM’s water resource and water rights projects and client work.

What you'll do

• Plan and manage water resource projects
• analyze water rights, hydrology, water supply, and water quality
• collect and interpret field data
• develop or direct GIS mapping
• prepare technical reports and proposals
• support permitting, construction, asset management, and grant applications
• manage budgets and client relationships
• conduct quality reviews
• lead field investigations
• and mentor junior staff. Some travel within Colorado may be required.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

water resources engineer

engineer iii

engineer iv

hydrology

water rights

water supply planning

gis

grand junction co

glenwood springs co

sgm inc

$89,600–$131,300/year

colorado travel may be required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, employer-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance, HSA/FSA plans, 401(k) employer match, parental leave, vacation and sick leave, eight paid holidays, and incentive compensation bonuses.

Why this role

The posting seeks at least four years of water resource consulting and management experience, a bachelor’s degree, and knowledge of Colorado water rights and hydrology. A master’s degree and Colorado professional engineer license are preferred. The position is primarily in person and is not remote.

About the employer

Sgm Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.