Senior Engineer

Windsor Engineers; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Windsor Engineers seeks a Senior Water + Wastewater Engineer | Project Manager to lead delivery on water/wastewater and civil projects in the Portland area. You will mentor junior engineers, oversee technical reviews, and ensure projects meet schedule, budget, and quality targets.

You will manage client relationships, pursue new business opportunities, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative infrastructure solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or equivalent.
• PE licensure in MN and/or WA or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 10+ years in civil design with water/wastewater and civil projects.
• Experience with pipelines, treatment facilities, and civil infrastructure.
• Proven project management and technical review experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage water/wastewater and civil projects, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget.
• Act as Engineer of Record and lead technical reviews.
• Mentor junior staff and lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Develop client relationships and identify new business opportunities.
• Oversee QA/QC processes and maintain quality standards.

Skills

Project management

QA/QC

Client relationship management

Written and verbal communication

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

PE licensure within 6 months

Tools

Civil 3D

ArcGIS Pro

Job description

ABOUT WINDSOR ENGINEERS

At Windsor Engineers, we believe great engineering starts with great people. We foster a collaborative environment where talented professionals can grow, solve meaningful challenges, and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve.

Working alongside our clients, we deliver practical engineering solutions grounded in curiosity, integrity, and long-term relationships.

If you’re looking for a team that values collaboration, continuous learning, and doing work that matters, we’d love to meet you.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Windsor is seeking an innovative leader who's passionate about delivering excellence in both water/wastewater and civil engineering. As Senior Water + Wastewater Engineer| Project Manager, you'll drive transformative infrastructure solutions while mentoring the next generation of engineers. Your technical expertise and commitment to quality will shape sustainable communities, foster strong client partnerships, and inspire your team to reach new heights of engineering excellence.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Demonstrate Windsor’s core values: The Right Attitude, Ownership, and Constant Improvement.
• Manage projects (As "Lead" and/or "PM" when assigned) across water/wastewater and general civil engineering projects
• Be responsible for project delivery (scope, schedule, and budget) including QA/QC processes at all project stages
• Act as Engineer of Record and lead technical reviewer
• Work independently and with a team to drive project deliverables as both a project design Lead and Project Manager.
• Work closely with clients and other stakeholders to represent Windsor positively, identify new business opportunities, and grow strong long-term relationships
• Develop and maintain relationships with team members, clients, and industry partners to expand Windsor's network and market presence
• Collaborate with and explain complex design options to a diverse stakeholder group while positioning Windsor's solutions and expertise
• Lead estimating and proposal efforts for new project opportunities, including development of winning technical approaches and value propositions
• Effectively plan and manage multiple projects and deadlines and complete deliverables on time and on budget.
• Mentor/train junior team members in technical excellence, quality standards, and client relationship management across civil engineering disciplines
• Champion and be responsible for quality control and following Windsor’s Quality Management Plan (QMP)
• Develop and apply knowledge of engineering systems, codes, and other disciplines to deliver innovative solutions that meet client needs
• Coordinate with other disciplines including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing.
• Complete site visits as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a similar degree from an accredited institution, or equivalent work experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in MN and/or WA or ability to obtain it within 6 months
• 10+ years' experience in civil design industry with demonstrated expertise in both water/wastewater and general civil engineering
• 10+ years' experience with production/design of pipelines, treatment facilities, and other civil infrastructure
• Proven experience in project management and technical review across multiple civil disciplines
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Knowledge of Civil 3D
• ArcGIS Pro knowledge a plus
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing comprehensive QA/QC processes and procedures for both water/wastewater and general civil projects
• Proven track record of business development and client relationship management
• Experience mentoring junior staff and leading multidisciplinary technical teams
• Experience with proposal writing and project pursuits across various civil engineering sectors
• Experience with stakeholder engagement and public presentations
• Strong understanding of technical standards and specifications across civil engineering disciplines

READY FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT?

Windsor hires amazing people who live our core values. We invest in our people, help them plan out their career, and empower them to pursue opportunities for growth and success. Windsor prioritizes employee engagement to build trust, gather input, and define mutual definitions of success. We also focus on getting the right people in the right seats that allow them to succeed.

While Windsor is on a mission to do extraordinary things, this shouldn't come at a cost to our well-being. We take this seriously and know that when our employees are happy and healthy, they do their best work. We love work and may take it a little too seriously, but we also know that there is more to life!

When we focus on our priorities, we find real purpose in what we do. We are willing to work hard for it.

What is your personal purpose and how can we help you fulfill it?

How can we support it? How can the success of Windsor help you be the best you?

Let’s chart the course!

Visit our website and LinkedIn page to learn more about Windsor.