Civil Water/Wastewater Engineer - Project Manager

ENGINEERS | SURVEYORS | PLANNERS | SCIENTISTS

At Morrison-Maierle, we’re committed to creating solutions that build better communities across the greater Rocky Mountain and Pacific Northwest regions. We’re a 100% employee-owned firm specializing in integrated consulting services in engineering, planning, surveying, and science. Since 1945, our clients have trusted us to deliver reliable, high-quality results, grounded in a deep understanding of local context and regional needs.

Position: Civil Water/Wastewater Engineer - Project Manager

Job status: Exempt-salaried

Location: Kalispell, MT

(Relocation assistance provided)

TOTAL REWARDS

We know work is just one part of life. That’s why we offer a total rewards package designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between. As an employee-owner, you’ll receive competitive pay, bonuses that recognize your contributions, and benefits that promote your health, growth, and well-being. Whether it’s your family, hobbies, or future goals, we’ve got you covered.

• Up to $130,000 base pay (DOE) with generous wage growth
• Annual bonuses because your contributions matter
• Ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); 100% company-paid ownership contributions
• 90% company paid shared health plan premiums
• Paid time off in year one for the things you love to do
• Paid parental leave and volunteer time off
• Six paid company holidays
• Two floating personal holidays for events that are important in your life
• 401(k) matching program
• AD&D Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance paid by the company
• Flexible work schedule arrangements
  
  

Since 1945, our longstanding engineering legacy as a 100% employee-owned company ensures safety, security, and growth for you. We create solutions that build better communities. We are a client- and people-focused culture that allows us to thrive as a top 500 engineering firm due to our unified team, diverse strengths, and individual contributions. It is why Morrison-Maierle has been voted by Zweigs “Best Places to Work.” Join us as a Civil Engineering Project Manager within our Water/Wastewater group to be part of this success.

THE ROLE

The Project Manager will lead the planning, designing, permitting, assisting, funding, bidding, and performing of construction administration as it relates to civil engineering water and wastewater infrastructure work. Additionally, the Project Manager will work closely with the client to understand the scope of projects, resolve issues, and provide routine updates on project progress. Project work focuses on water intake, treatment, pumping, storage and distribution, and wastewater collection, pumping, and treatment. These responsibilities include:

• Prepares plans, specifications, costs, and estimates for municipal and industrial water and wastewater facilities.
• Leverage engineering design software to edit project designs, draft plans, drawings, and models according to project specifications.
• Leads and completes engineering design projects from start to finish.
• Meets with client board members and provides monthly progress reporting.
• Monitors construction progress and provides construction support and on-site observation.
• Lead and manage construction administration tasks, including submittal and Request For Information (RFI) review, progress payment review, compliance with funding agency provisions, and oversight of onsite construction project representative staff.
• Analyze water/wastewater facilities for system deficiencies regarding compliance with local, state, and federal standards and regulations. Provide improvement alternatives to meet compliance with such regulations.
• Assist the Senior Manager in engaging with community members, government officials, and other stakeholders to communicate project goals, address concerns, and gather input on water and wastewater initiatives.
  
  

“As employee-owners, we don’t just work here, we grow here. Together, we take on challenging projects, support one another, and create opportunities to thrive. Our culture empowers every team member to find success—professionally and financially—while building something greater than themselves.” – Arian Bloomfield, President/CEO

YOUR STRENGTHS

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction engineering or equivalent ABET-accredited engineering program
• Minimum of 4 years of civil engineering design and construction experience. Water/wastewater engineer project experience preferred.
• Experience in task or project management
• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) professional designation required
• Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred or able to obtain after-hire
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification in conjunction with engineering licensure preferred
• Engineering design software experience in Civil 3D or similar
• Experienced with hydraulic modeling software or similar
• Knowledge of engineering planning studies
• Strong communication, both verbal and written
  
  

WHO WE ARE

At Morrison-Maierle, we’re more than engineers, surveyors, planners, and scientists—we’re community builders. Founded in 1945 and a 100% employee-owned top 500 multidisciplinary engineering design and consulting firm, we are driven by a passion for creating innovative, sustainable solutions that improve lives and strengthen communities across the Rocky Mountain region and beyond. Our culture is rooted in integrity, respect, excellence, and collaboration. When you join our team, you’re not just starting a job—you’re becoming part of a legacy of purpose-driven professionals committed to building a better future, together.

Morrison-Maierle is not accepting third-party agency solicitation requests.

Morrison-Maierle is committed to diversity and inclusion, supported by compliance as an EEOC employer that ensures equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of protected class status.