Civil Senior Principal Engineer in Water Resources (Irvine)

Company: Cannon Corp
Location: Irvine
Posted on: January 30, 2026

Job Description:

Cannon Corp Description: Youll Come for a JobBut Youll Stay for an Exciting Career!Engineering and Designing Reliable, Responsive, Solutions. SINCE 1976, CANNON has provided creative solutions to clients in the energy industry, water resources, public infrastructure, and commercial and residential development. We work hard. We play hard. We have fun. JOIN CANNON as a CIVIL SENIOR PRINCIPAL ENGINEER to grow and shape Cannons Water Resource operations in Orange County, based in our IRVINE office. Irvine offers warm weather, beautiful scenery, and is a top bicycling city with miles of on-road bicycle lanes and mountain bike trails. It is one of the safest communities and the public schools have consistently ranked among the best in California. PROJECTS INCLUDE Wastewater Treatment Facilities, Collection Facilities, Water Distribution Systems, Water Treatment Plants, Storm Drainage Collection Systems and Facilities, Water Main Replacements, Potable Water Pump Stations and Reservoirs. CIVIL SENIOR PRINCIPAL ENGINEER JOB SUMMARY The Civil Senior Principal Engineer role is a leadership opportunity to grow and Cannons Water Resources operations in Orange County. Reporting to the Director of Water Resources, this role will conduct and drive business development efforts with Orange County agencies and clients; oversee and manage a diverse portfolio of wastewater, water treatment, and other water resource projects; mentor engineers; and provide excellent client service and delivery. CIVIL SENIOR PRINCIPAL ENGINEER JOB DUTIES - Responsible for securing new work by establishing and fostering client relations and developing proposals (scope, schedule, and fee estimates). - Develops and maintains strong relationships with ongoing clients and actively seeks to expand services to them. - Concurrently manages a variety of civil engineering Public Works-Water Resources projects. - Tracks project scope, budgets, and schedules to ensure fulfillment of contract commitments and profitability. - Primary interface with clients on project coordination and design and follow-up to ensure quality standards are met, efficiency levels are maintained, and client satisfaction, respect, and confidence are assured. - Effectively manages quality assurance and quality control. - Uses technical knowledge to prepare PSandE for water resources projects, including water, sewer, and storm drains (pipelines, pump stations, lift stations, storage reservoirs, etc.). - Grows, leads, and mentors an Orange County Water Resources team. - Directs and mentors project engineers and design engineers on technical matters and procedures and acts as a technical resource to staff. - Regularly engages in professional/community activities that promote the Cannon brand (writing, speaking, etc.). Requirements: - Requires a Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college. - Requires a minimum of 15 years experience in Civil Engineering specifically pertaining to Public Works/Water Resources projects. - Requires minimum 8 years of project management experience pertaining to Public Works/Water Resources projects. - Requires a California P.E. license. - Working knowledge of typical computer software programs used in civil engineering design (AutoCAD, Civil3D, Hydrology and Hydraulic, AES, WSPG, Flowmaster, etc.) - Must be proficient with MS Office Suite. - A proven track record and strong desire to provide superior client service and delivery. - Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver on time within budget. - Experience in staff management, mentoring and resource management a plus. WE OFFER competitive salaries, excellent benefits package, remote work flexibility, and an active and positive team building, work environment. Cannon is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age. Compensation details: 150000-220000 Yearly Salary PI0de539282f4b-38003-39361949

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