Civil Water/Wastewater Engineer - Project Manager
Summary
Leads civil engineering projects for water and wastewater infrastructure, including design, permitting, construction oversight, and client management in Spokane, WA.
ENGINEERS | SURVEYORS | PLANNERS | SCIENTISTS
Morrison-Maierle is a 100% employee-owned firm specializing in integrated consulting and design services in engineering, planning, surveying, and science. As a trusted partner to our clients, we 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: Spokane, WA
(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 $145,000 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
Our longstanding and trusted engineering legacy has helped ensure safety, security, and growth for our employee-owners. Our people-first culture and collaborative team are what drive our success as a top 500 engineering firm and have earned us a spot on Zweig's list of “Best Places to Work.” Join our Water-Wastewater group as a Civil Engineering Project Manager and be part of a legacy that builds better futures.
THE ROLE
This is an exciting opportunity for a civil engineering professional who would like to start, develop, and lead a water/wastewater group and expand our Spokane, WA market services. 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:
- Establish and grow a water/waster group.
- Pursues business development opportunities to grow and expand market services.
- 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 engineering experience preferred.
- At least 2+ years of project management experience leading teams, design, construction, client services, and budgets.
- 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, we're a 100% employee-owned, Engineering News-Record Top 500 firm driven by a passion for innovative solutions that improve lives across the Rocky Mountain and Pacific Northwest regions. We are rooted in integrity, respect, excellence, and commitment. Joining our team means becoming part of a purpose-driven legacy committed to building a better future.
Morrison-Maierle is not accepting third-party or recruitment agency solicitation requests.
Morrison-Maierle is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.