Senior / Principal Engineer - Agricultural & Water Resources

Summary Provost & Pritchard is seeking experienced Senior and Principal-level Civil Engineers. This position will play a key leadership role in delivering complex projects alongside a team of dedicated engineering professionals serving irrigation districts, groundwater sustainability agencies, and agricultural entities throughout California's Central Valley. The role provides the opportunity to lead client relationships, guide project strategy, and oversee innovative solutions that address today's water management challenges, helping advance agriculture and surrounding communities toward a more sustainable future. Responsibilities include leading project planning efforts, providing high-level engineering consulting and design oversight, managing and mentoring technical staff, maintaining strong client partnerships, and directing overall project management, including scope, schedule, budget, and quality control. DutiesWater Sustainability Studies and SolutionsSurface water conveyance and distributionManaged Aquifer Recharge (MAR) and Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR)Water ConservationIrrigation District OperationsGroundwater Management, Recharge and BankingEnvironmental Compliance IssuesProject Funding and GrantsWater Transfers and ExchangesWater RightsFeasibility StudiesProject Planning and DesignPublic Works Construction Contracts QualificationsProfessional Engineer (Civil) licensed in the State of California10+ years of experience in public sector or consulting engineering leading and directing work teams in studies, investigations and designs delivering positive results.Minimum 5 years of experience managing projects.Minimum 5 years of experience as a primary client contact.Experience with irrigation districts and knowledge of California water rights and water systemsExcellent written and oral communication skills