Senior Drainage Engineer
Luxus
Austin, TX
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Senior Drainage Engineer
Company Name: CAS Consulting & Services
Location: Austin, TX
Project Focus: Municipal Stormwater, Watershed Management, Stream Restoration, and Roadway Drainage
Work Setting: Hybrid / Flexible (Private HQ with Gym & Full-Sized Offices)
Salary: $135,000 – $175,000 + Performance Bonus & Full Benefits
Recruited Exclusively By: Luxus | AEC Talent Partners
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Position Overview
Are you ready to transition from technical execution to a defining leadership role within the Central Texas water resources landscape? We are seeking a Senior Drainage Engineer to steer our Water Resources team and architect sustainable infrastructure solutions for the region’s fastest-growing municipalities. In this role, you aren’t just managing runoff; you are a strategic partner to city and county agencies, responsible for the technical integrity and financial success of high-stakes flood mitigation and watershed management programs.
Joining our team means stepping into a culture built on 25 years of responsiveness and technical excellence. We offer a sophisticated, family-oriented environment where your expertise in Central Texas hydrology directly shapes the safety and resilience of communities from Austin to San Antonio. With a private headquarters featuring premium amenities and a clear path toward executive leadership, this is the premier platform for a seasoned engineer to build a lasting professional legacy.
Core Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership: Direct and mentor a high-performing Water Resources team, fostering a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and professional growth.
Project Stewardship: Architect project sequencing and WBS systems from inception to completion, ensuring every milestone is achieved with technical precision and fiscal health.
Watershed Innovation: Lead the planning, analysis, and design of complex stormwater systems, stream restorations, and regional water quality controls for major Texas municipalities.
Agency Liaison: Serve as the primary technical point of contact for clients and regulatory agencies, expertly navigating Municipal and County application processes and FEMA Flood Insurance Mapping.
Collaborative Integration: Synchronize efforts across multidisciplinary teams, including CAD, marketing, and finance, to deliver seamless project execution and win new pursuits.
Technical Authority: Oversee the preparation of comprehensive plans, specifications, cost estimates (PS&E), and permits for both preliminary and final designs.
Business Intelligence: Partner with executive leadership on fee proposals, project forecasting, and invoicing strategies to maintain the firm’s robust operational health.
Required Qualifications
Education: B.S. in Civil Engineering or a related technical field.
Licensure: Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Texas (minimum 3+ years).
Experience: 10+ years of modeling and drainage design experience (or 8 years with an M.S.).
Software Proficiency: Advanced command of 1D/2D modeling software, Microstation, OpenRoads Drainage, GEOPAK Drainage, and Storm and Sanitary.
Leadership: Demonstrated experience acting as a design lead or project manager on municipal civil engineering projects.
Preferred Qualifications
Local Expertise: Established project history with the City of Austin, Travis County, Bexar County, San Antonio River Authority (SARA), or SAWS.
Certifications: TxDOT Pre-certifications in relevant hydraulic and drainage categories.
Communication: Exceptional ability to convey complex technical data during high-pressure interviews and public presentations.
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About CAS Consulting & Services
For 25 years, CAS Consulting & Services has been a cornerstone of Texas infrastructure, specializing in the rehabilitation, expansion, and development of water/wastewater systems, watershed management, and transportation networks for major cities throughout the state. Our Austin-based headquarters provides a centralized, modern workspace equipped with a private gym and full-sized offices, reflecting our commitment to employee well-being. We pride ourselves on a family-oriented culture that balances high-level technical output with a flexible, supportive work-life environment.
About Luxus | AEC Talent Partners
Luxus is an exclusive AEC recruiting firm managing this search on behalf of CAS Consulting & Services. We partner with the most prestigious structural, civil, and architectural firms in the country to connect top-tier talent with legacy-building opportunities. Not the perfect fit for this role? We still want to hear from you. Our network is constantly expanding with exclusive, unlisted positions across the AEC sector. Connect with us today to discuss your career trajectory.
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