Civil Engineer - Project Manager

Tetra Tech, Inc. in; Seattle (WA); Vor Ort; USD 130.000 - 200.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Comprehensive benefits

Merit-based rewards

Work/life balance

Learning and development opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Tetra Tech, based in Seattle, WA, seeks a Civil Engineer – Project Manager to lead multidisciplinary design teams delivering water and wastewater projects across the Pacific Northwest. You will oversee technical execution, manage client relationships, and ensure delivery of complex municipal projects in WA and OR.

Typical work includes collection systems, pump stations, storage tanks, treatment facilities, and rehabilitation projects, with emphasis on safety, schedule, and budget from concept

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in municipal engineering.
• PE license in Washington and/or Oregon or ability to obtain within six months.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Proven success managing complex projects and meeting client expectations.
• Experience developing proposals and delivering profitable projects.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to plan, scope, and execute large-scale engineering projects.
• Knowledge of industry trends, strategic planning, and execution.

Aufgaben

• Act as the primary point of contact for municipal clients and manage projects of varying complexity.
• Interpret specifications and drawings, recommend design modifications, and coordinate with the design team.
• Lead and perform planning, studies, and design for municipal water/wastewater projects.
• Prepare plans, specifications, cost estimates, and permit applications.
• Evaluate alternatives, resolve technical issues, and coordinate with other disciplines.
• Lead and perform construction management services.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and participate in business development activities.
• Represent Tetra Tech in professional and community organizations.
• Ensure work is performed safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with applicable standards.

Kenntnisse

Project management

Municipal engineering

PE license WA/OR

Client relationships

Proposal development

Communication skills

Execution planning

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Jobbeschreibung

The Opportunity

Tetra Tech is seeking a Civil Engineer – Project Manager to join our Water team based in Seattle, WA. This role offers the opportunity to lead multidisciplinary design teams focused on innovative and sustainable water and wastewater infrastructure projects throughout the Pacific Northwest.

Why Tetra Tech

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Position Summary

As a Civil Engineer – Project Manager, you will lead multidisciplinary design teams delivering water and wastewater conveyance, pumping, and treatment projects. You will oversee technical execution, manage client relationships, and ensure successful delivery of complex municipal projects across Washington and Oregon. Typical work includes collection and conveyance systems, pump stations, storage tanks, treatment facilities, and rehabilitation projects.

Essential Job Functions

• Act as the primary point of contact for municipal clients and manage projects of varying complexity.
• Interpret specifications and drawings, recommend design modifications, and coordinate with the design team.
• Lead and perform planning, studies, and design for municipal water/wastewater projects.
• Prepare plans, specifications, cost estimates, and permit applications.
• Evaluate alternatives, resolve technical issues, and coordinate with other disciplines.
• Lead and perform construction management services.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and participate in business development activities.
• Represent Tetra Tech in professional and community organizations.
• Ensure work is performed safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with applicable standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in the municipal engineering market.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Washington and/or Oregon, or ability to obtain within six months.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Proven success in managing complex projects and meeting client expectations.
• Experience developing proposals and delivering profitable projects.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, scope, and execute large-scale engineering projects.
• Knowledge of industry trends, strategic planning, and translating strategies into effective execution.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience in technical and business presentations.
• Demonstrated success in marketing and client account development.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform fieldwork in varying conditions and on uneven terrain.
• Ability to walk, stand, and perform light to moderate physical activity, including occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent use of engineering and field tools.

Work Environment / Environmental Factors

• Combination of office and outdoor settings with variable weather exposure.
• Moderate noise levels and occasional work on uneven terrain.
• Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Additional Information

• Full-time position based in Seattle, WA.
• Periodic travel (approximately 15% or more) may be required.

Compensation Range

• Project Manager: $130,000 – $180,000, depending on portfolio and experience.
• Senior Project Manager: $160,000 – $200,000, depending on portfolio and experience.

Life at Tetra Tech

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

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