Senior Level Water Quality Technician Jobs
Senior level water quality technician jobs place experienced professionals in charge of monitoring program design, regulatory compliance leadership, and the field teams or lab operations that deliver results. Openings are concentrated in Consulting & Professional Services, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Construction & Real Estate, with a mix of on-site and 38% remote or hybrid positions, and employers like Carollo Engineers, Lochmueller, and HDR hiring at this level now.
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Location: East Brunswick, NJ or South Hackensack, NJ HQ office.
Department: Water Services Team
Title: Deputy Department Head of Water Services - Environmental Engineering
About Boswell
Since our founding in 1924, Boswell has evolved into a multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm serving public and private sector clients. We take pride in delivering quality engineering solutions while fostering a collaborative workplace that supports employee development and professional growth.
About this Role
Boswell offers a rare, genuine blend of stability, mentoring by engineering excellence professionals, a "family feel" and growth options for a Deputy Department Head of Water Services based at either our new East Brunswick, NJ or South Hackensack, NJ HQ office. This exciting new role, reporting directly to Boswell’s Vice President of Water Services, will be involved in day-to-day operations leading and managing all levels of engineers while also managing projects.
Water and Wastewater Services
This Deputy Department Head will be responsible for managing water and wastewater improvement projects which include the design of water/ wastewater conveyance and treatment systems, environmental studies, and hydraulic modeling. They will also assist in managing the division, including preparation of proposals, distribution of work, overseeing staffing and technical review of projects in the department, including budgeting and scheduling.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare job proposals, establish project budgets and construction cost estimates
- Lead planning, design and permitting for water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including managing project scope and schedule
- Manage project managers and technical staff
- Manage/ mentor Engineers at all levels
- Foster relationships with municipal utilities, authorities and public and private sector clients
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong verbal and written skills
- Ability to work independently
- Manage time efficiently
- Adhere to internal standards, policies, and procedures
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree with 15+ years of relevant work experience including engineering design, construction, project management, estimates and proposals on water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
- Professional Engineering (P.E.) License is required.
Experience in the following:
- Design of water/sanitary sewer conveyance systems
- Wastewater treatment plant design
- Water treatment design
- Well redevelopment
- Hydraulic Modeling
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with developing project scope, fee & schedule during proposal preparation
Benefits & Compensation
We recognize that the best way to provide services of the highest quality is by investing in our employees. Our competitive compensation and benefits include:
- Professional Development and Ongoing Mentoring: Expert training and mentoring through the Boswell Academy, licensed Professional Engineers who still do the work and tuition assistance programs
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid life insurance and voluntary life insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (LTD and STD)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- 401(k) company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) including vacation, sick days, and holidays
- Tuition assistance
- Employee referral bonuses
- Company paid Certifications and Training
- Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
The salary range below is applicable for the job and location associated with this position. Compensation will vary based on specific relevant experience, education, certifications, skill levels, geographic location, and other compensable factors.
- Salary Range: $165,000-190,000 / Year
Boswell accepts applications on a rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.
AAP/EEO/M/F/D/V Statement
Boswell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
Location: East Brunswick, NJ or South Hackensack, NJ HQ office.
Department: Water Services Team
Title: Deputy Department Head of Water Services - Environmental Engineering
About Boswell
Since our founding in 1924, Boswell has evolved into a multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm serving public and private sector clients. We take pride in delivering quality engineering solutions while fostering a collaborative workplace that supports employee development and professional growth.
About this Role
Boswell offers a rare, genuine blend of stability, mentoring by engineering excellence professionals, a "family feel" and growth options for a Deputy Department Head of Water Services based at either our new East Brunswick, NJ or South Hackensack, NJ HQ office. This exciting new role, reporting directly to Boswell’s Vice President of Water Services, will be involved in day-to-day operations leading and managing all levels of engineers while also managing projects.
Water and Wastewater Services
This Deputy Department Head will be responsible for managing water and wastewater improvement projects which include the design of water/ wastewater conveyance and treatment systems, environmental studies, and hydraulic modeling. They will also assist in managing the division, including preparation of proposals, distribution of work, overseeing staffing and technical review of projects in the department, including budgeting and scheduling.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare job proposals, establish project budgets and construction cost estimates
- Lead planning, design and permitting for water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including managing project scope and schedule
- Manage project managers and technical staff
- Manage/ mentor Engineers at all levels
- Foster relationships with municipal utilities, authorities and public and private sector clients
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong verbal and written skills
- Ability to work independently
- Manage time efficiently
- Adhere to internal standards, policies, and procedures
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree with 15+ years of relevant work experience including engineering design, construction, project management, estimates and proposals on water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
- Professional Engineering (P.E.) License is required.
Experience in the following:
- Design of water/sanitary sewer conveyance systems
- Wastewater treatment plant design
- Water treatment design
- Well redevelopment
- Hydraulic Modeling
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with developing project scope, fee & schedule during proposal preparation
Benefits & Compensation
We recognize that the best way to provide services of the highest quality is by investing in our employees. Our competitive compensation and benefits include:
- Professional Development and Ongoing Mentoring: Expert training and mentoring through the Boswell Academy, licensed Professional Engineers who still do the work and tuition assistance programs
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid life insurance and voluntary life insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (LTD and STD)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- 401(k) company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) including vacation, sick days, and holidays
- Tuition assistance
- Employee referral bonuses
- Company paid Certifications and Training
- Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
The salary range below is applicable for the job and location associated with this position. Compensation will vary based on specific relevant experience, education, certifications, skill levels, geographic location, and other compensable factors.
- Salary Range: $165,000-190,000 / Year
Boswell accepts applications on a rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.
AAP/EEO/M/F/D/V Statement
Boswell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
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Who's Hiring
- Carollo Engineers19
- Lochmueller19
- HDR16
- Burns & McDonnell9
- Woodard & Curran8
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- Consulting & Professional Services157
- Healthcare & Medical Services11
- Construction & Real Estate9
- Manufacturing4
- Energy2
Senior Level Water Quality Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level water quality technician job?
Employers at this level look for demonstrated ownership of monitoring programs, compliance reporting, and quality assurance processes, not just task execution. A strong candidate brings a record of leading field crews or lab teams, fluency with regulatory frameworks like the Clean Water Act or Safe Drinking Water Act, and the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into decisions. Certifications such as a state-issued water quality license or CWEA credentials give candidates a clear edge.
Which companies hire senior level water quality technicians?
Companies hiring senior level water quality technicians right now include Carollo Engineers, Lochmueller, and HDR, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level typically comes from municipal utilities, environmental consulting firms, industrial manufacturers with discharge permits, and state or federal agencies responsible for water resource management.
Are there remote senior level water quality technician jobs?
Yes, though remote availability is more limited than in desk-based fields since many senior roles involve field oversight and on-site compliance work. About 38% of senior level water quality technician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and these positions typically involve data analysis, report writing, program management, or regulatory coordination rather than direct sampling.
What makes a water quality technician role senior level?
Senior level roles are defined by scope and accountability rather than task volume. At this stage, you own a monitoring program, lead compliance strategy, and are responsible for the accuracy and defensibility of data submitted to regulators. You mentor junior technicians, review their field and lab work, and serve as the technical authority on water quality questions. Senior roles also involve cross-functional coordination with engineers, environmental managers, and agency staff.
Which industries hire the most senior level water quality technicians?
Senior level water quality technician roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because they face stringent discharge regulations, operate complex treatment infrastructure, or manage large-scale environmental monitoring programs that require experienced technical leadership rather than entry-level oversight.