Principal Engineer - Public Sector Stormwater Compliance & Planning

Job Description

🌧️ Principal Engineer – Public Sector Stormwater Compliance & Planning

📍Santa Rosa | Richmond | San Francisco | Hybrid or Remote within California

💰$170,000–$210,000 + Bonus + Benefits

A leading national environmental science and engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead stormwater compliance and planning projects for public sector clients across California.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead complex stormwater projects, including NPDES compliance, watershed planning, and green infrastructure design.

• Serve as Principal-in-Charge for municipal and state agency clients, including Caltrans, USACE, and regional water boards.

• Develop and grow client relationships, identify new opportunities, and prepare proposals and budgets.

• Generate approximately $1.25M+ in annual net revenue through project leadership and client development.

• Mentor and develop staff, fostering collaboration and technical excellence.

Qualifications:

• PE license in California (required).

• 15+ years’ experience in stormwater management, planning, and compliance for public sector agencies.

• Proven business development success and ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams.

• Advanced degree preferred (MS/PhD), though experienced BS-level candidates may be considered.

• Strong knowledge of California stormwater regulations (MS4, Caltrans, TMDLs, LID).

• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Why Join:

• Opportunity to shape and lead a high-performing stormwater practice.

• Autonomy to develop strategy and client relationships.

• Collaborative, people-first culture with national technical depth.

• Competitive compensation, benefits, and hybrid flexibility.

Interested? Apply or reach out directly to learn more about the firm’s stormwater programs and long-term plans across California.