Senior Water Resources Consultant

Barr Engineering Co.

. Lead Barr’s growth in the Salt Lake City market .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeSalt Lake City • Utah • United StatesSenior💰 $150,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in water resources engineering and business development, with a strong focus on client relationship management and multidisciplinary project leadership. Proven ability to develop and implement growth strategies while engaging with industry stakeholders and enhancing Barr's market presence.

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Water Resources EngineeringBusiness DevelopmentClient Relationship ManagementProposal DevelopmentMultidisciplinary Team Leadership

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Hard Skills

Water Resources EngineeringCivil/Environmental EngineeringGeologyProposal DevelopmentClient ManagementMarket DevelopmentProject PlanningStrategic PartnershipsIndustry EngagementStaff Integration

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationNetworkingCommunicationClient Service Improvement

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE)Professional Geologist (PG)

Industry Keywords

Consulting ExperienceContaminated SitesMarket InitiativesBrand BuildingClient Engagement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SaltStack

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Barr’s growth in the Salt Lake City market
Build and maintain lasting client relationships
Develop new work and grow Salt Lake City water resources and contaminated sites work in Utah
Lead business development activities in Salt Lake City and surrounding areas
Conduct marketing and brand building, secure projects, serve clients, and collaborate across Barr to build multidisciplinary project teams
Provide senior technical, project, and client leadership for diverse projects
Grow Barr’s local and statewide presence through business development, client relationship development, brand building, industry engagement, strategic partnerships, and coordination of local market initiatives
Develop and implement regional growth strategies
Manage and strengthen client relationships and connect clients with Barr staff
Support project positioning, proposal development, brand positioning, communications strategy, and teaming partner development
Support recruitment planning and industry engagement
Represent Barr through client engagement, conferences, professional organizations, thought leadership, and reputation-building activities
Identify priority markets, service opportunities, strategic partnerships, and future staffing needs across Utah and the region
Partner with senior Salt Lake City staff to align market-development activities with office needs
Support staff integration, networking, office culture, and development of future client and project leaders
Provide input on team composition, strategic hires, technical capabilities, and business development needs
Apply multidisciplinary water resources and contaminated sites expertise
Assist with project planning, collaboration, coordination, and delegation
Help ensure project and task managers are successful with clients
Provide regular updates on client feedback and ongoing client service improvements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in water resources engineering, civil/environmental engineering, geology, or other relevant disciplines
20+ years of consulting experience with an emphasis on water resources
Experience with proposal development, client management, and business development
Experience leading multidisciplinary design teams across regions and offices
Experience launching or significantly expanding a local market, regional practice, or new office presence
Professional licensure such as PE, PG, or another relevant license
Current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future
Ability to work in an office environment and perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation
Master’s degree or PhD in water resources engineering, civil/environmental engineering, geology, or other relevant disciplines (helpful, not required)
Experience serving as a visible industry leader through presentations, industry engagement, committee participation, professional organization leadership, or client advisory roles (helpful, not required)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock
Annual bonus distribution plan
Dividends to shareholders
Annual time and expense allowances
Mentorship program
Internal training opportunities
Paid time off
Holidays
Overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff
Compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff
Paid family leave
Ergonomic analysis and equipment
Personal Protective Equipment allowance
Wellbeing-focused educational opportunities
Coaching, mentoring, and support for ongoing educational opportunities