Senior Water/Wastewater Project Engineer

Our Client is a dominant regional civil engineering firm across the Rocky Mountain and Pacific Northwest landscapes, partnering with municipalities to deliver critical public works infrastructure. As an award-winning workplace, they provide elite rewards, including 100% employer-covered health premiums, an immediate 401(k) match, and unique student loan and housing assistance programs.

They are seeking a Senior Water/Wastewater Project Engineer for their Spokane, WA or Billings, MT offices. This critical position is a high-profile "Growth Architect" role designed for a licensed professional ready to lead business development, manage key municipal client relationships, and drive complex infrastructure delivery. Positioned on an immediate fast track to a Regional Manager seat, you will oversee technical execution while mentoring a growing regional engineering team. This opportunity perfectly marries high-impact public stewardship with straight-time overtime pay, performance bonuses, and an unparalleled track for corporate advancement.

The Charge: Scaled Ownership & Visionary Impact

• Drive Strategic Expansion: Contribute to the continued growth of the Billings and regional Water/Wastewater groups by leading comprehensive business development initiatives, including proposal development, client interviews, and high-impact presentations.
• Champion Technical Stewardship: Function as a recognized technical authority for the complex planning, design, and full-scale construction administration of major water treatment facilities, distribution networks, and wastewater treatment and collection systems.
• Cultivate High-Performing Teams: Recruit, retain, and mentor a talented internal team of engineers, guiding their growth across technical delivery, client care, and business development.
• Deliver Profitable Projects: Oversee and manage tasks, projects, and clients’ expectations to strict scope, time, and budget goals, ensuring internal technical teams consistently execute to profitability.
• Master Technical Execution: Independently perform moderately complex engineering computations involving conventional engineering practices while utilizing computer-assisted engineering and design software/equipment to prepare flawless engineering and design documents.
• Author Strategic Communication: Write technical specifications, reports, construction documents, and other critical correspondence tailored to various technical and municipal audiences.
• Navigate Regulatory Frameworks: Coordinate closely with government agencies, client staff, and other cross-functional professionals to seamlessly obtain design information, approvals, and construction oversight/administration.
• Exercise Professional Judgment: Consistently exercise impeccable discretion and judgment in all assigned work tasks while learning and applying company standards and best practices.
• Maintain Industry Eminence: Stay actively known and engaged in industry-affiliated professional organizations and groups to continually expand the firm's client base and reputation.

The DNA: Proven Architecture of Success

• The Foundation: Bachelor of Science (BS) or Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Engineering or a highly related technical discipline.
• The Tenure: 10 years of progressive, hands-on experience working directly with communities to solve their complex water and wastewater challenges.
• The Credentials: Active Professional Engineering (P.E.) License in Montana, or the absolute ability to obtain licensure via reciprocity within six months of employment.
• The Leadership Track: A proven track record of marketing, building strong professional relationships, securing net-new work with potential clients, and providing exceptional project delivery to existing clients.
• Collaborative Autonomy: The demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment, with the maturity to offer constructive feedback and direction to support overarching group goals.
• The Work Ethic: An excellent work ethic coupled with a comprehensive, deep understanding of fundamental engineering principles.
• The Trust Factor: A valid driver’s license and a clean, good driving record enabling regional travel to client sites.

The Differentiating Edge (Bonus points)

• An established personal brand and active visibility within prominent industry organizations (e.g., AWWA, WEF).
• A documented history of successfully helping small-to-mid-sized municipalities unlock public grant and funding mechanisms (such as CDBG and MCEP) to realize major infrastructure plans.

The Alignment: What Awaits Your Trajectory

• Uncapped Career Velocity: A designated, clear fast-track pathway to transition directly into a Regional Manager seat.
• Unrivaled Corporate Care: 100% employer-covered healthcare, dental, and vision premiums for the employee, alongside employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts (HSAs).
• Modern Wealth Builders: Access to Traditional & Roth 401(k) plans with an immediate company match, a dedicated Student Loan Repayment Program, and an exclusive corporate First-Time Home Buyers Program.
• Compensated Dedication: True financial recognition for extra hours via dedicated bonus time for billable overtime hours, alongside robust annual performance bonus opportunities.
• Lifestyle & Balance: Generous paid holidays, paid sick and vacation time, parental leave options, and life/disability insurance housed within a deeply supportive, family-oriented environment.

Are you ready to elevate your impact and lead high-value water infrastructure initiatives?