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Zanjero, Inc. is a premier water resources consulting firm bridging the gap between traditional engineering firms and traditional law firms by synthesizing the legal, technical, economic, and political elements that permeate every water issue and water plan. We are fast-growing and in-demand, working with all levels of government and private business on a regional, statewide, interstate, national, and international scale. The diversity of our projects and range of expertise includes tackling interstate and international water issues, California Delta and statewide planning issues, regional strategic planning, and private client planning and strategy development. We’ve built a strong reputation among clients and partners for our synthesized perspective and ability to successfully handle complex water planning needs.

Job Description:

The Zanjero team is comprised of top professionals in our field with a passion for delivering strategic, highquality, and innovative solutions for our clients. We are seeking a like-minded Senior Water Resources Planner/Engineer to join our ranks to work on client projects. This position requires experience in:

• Strategic Water Resource Management and Planning – Synthesizing hydrology, engineering, law, and policy to develop comprehensive water management strategic plans that emphasize operational flexibility and system-wide diversity.
• Urban Water Management Plans and Water Master Plans – Preparing documents compliant with the statutory requirements and intent of the UWMP Act as well as Water Master Plans that integrate water demands, water supplies, and system operations.
• Water Supply Assessments – Preparing and supporting all aspects necessary to satisfy sufficiency and/or impact analyses associated with CEQA compliance for General Plans, Specific Plans and other associated land use actions.
• Integrated Program Management – Coordinating and facilitating objectives, tasks, and timelines for complex water management and planning efforts involving multi-discipline, multi-agency participants and stakeholders.
• Water Rights, Contracts, and Regulations – Investigating water rights and contracts and ascertaining their meaning. Researching regulations and policies as they pertain to the flexibility or limitations of specific water supply sources. Reporting water rights to the State as required by law.
• Complex Issue Negotiation – Assisting with issue mediation, interest-based negotiations and settlement preparation associated with water resource management strategies.

Minimum Qualifications: Undergraduate or graduate degree in similar fields and currently working in water resource planning and management for more than 5 years in California or the southwestern United States. Salary & Benefits: Salary dependent on qualifications and experience.

Zanjero offers comprehensive benefits. Opportunities for hybrid in-office and remote work may be available.

Zanjero, Inc. (A Trinity Consultants Team) we are redefining water resources consulting. Unlike traditional firms, we merge legal, technical, economic, and political expertise to address every facet of water planning and management. Our team collaborates with public agencies and private businesses providing strategic water services and resolving complex water planning and management issues throughout California and the American West. Trusted for our synthesized perspective and proven track record, we continue to grow rapidly while shaping the future of water management at every scale.

Zanjero’s action tag line, Advise-Manage-Solve, embodies our approach to addressing our clients’ water management issues.

The Position

We are seeking a Managing Water Resources Planner/Engineer with 15+ years of experience to join our team. This is a leadership role where you will oversee client engagements, deliver strategic solutions, mentor staff, and support firm-wide initiatives.

The right candidate will be:

• Knowledgeable: A seasoned professional with hands-on experience in California or the Southwest, combining technical expertise with regulatory, legal, and policy awareness. Must have strong problem-solving, communication, and client-facing skills.
• A Project Manager: Skilled at leading large, multi-discipline projects from strategy through execution. Brings expertise in water supply, entitlements, and resource management while coordinating with senior leaders and junior staff.
• Relationship-Focused : Proven ability to build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships while guiding diverse teams to deliver practical and innovative solutions.

The ideal leader is both decisive and collaborative setting clear direction, developing staff, ensuring training and operational continuity, and consistently delivering high-value outcomes.

Why Join Zanjero?

At Zanjero, we thrive at the intersection of technical expertise, regulatory insight, and policy strategy. Our work spans water rights, regulatory compliance, permitting, litigation support, settlement negotiations, water accounting, and high-level resource planning. We foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning, where leaders play an active role in shaping the future of both our clients and our profession.

If you’re ready to step into a high-impact role where your expertise will directly influence strategic water decisions in California and beyond, we want to hear from you.

Education, Experience, and Certifications

• Experience: 15+ years in water resources; minimum 5 years in a management role.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering, Water Resources, or a related discipline.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid California driver’s license and insurability under Zanjero’s policy.
• Professional Civil Engineer registration in California is desirable but not required.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual salary range for this position is $150,000 – $200,000. In recognition of the value its employees deliver to the organization, Zanjero offers a generous compensation and benefits package.