* SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER (Treatment) *

Water Environment Federation; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERS retirement

Employer-paid medical, dental, and vis

Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays

Long-term disability insurance

Professional development and training

Job summary

Clark Regional Wastewater District is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager (Treatment) to lead planning, design, permitting, construction, and implementation of complex wastewater projects in Vancouver, WA. The role oversees large capital programs, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, consultants, regulators, and the public.

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in public works wastewater projects, strong regulatory knowledge, and proven ability to manage scope, schedule,

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Civil or Environmental Engineering or closely related field.
• PE license in Washington or ability to obtain by reciprocity within 12 months.
• 7+ years progressively responsible engineering experience in wastewater/construction.
• 5+ years of project management experience on wastewater or civil projects.
• Valid state driver’s license with clean record.
• PMP certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead phases of wastewater treatment and transmission capital projects end-to-end.
• Develop scopes, schedules, budgets, risk plans, and consultant contracts.
• Coordinate engineering, environmental, permitting, regulatory, operational, and construction activities.
• Direct consultant teams; review studies, plans, specs, estimates, reports.
• Lead stakeholder outreach; liaise with agencies, property owners, groups, and public.
• Identify and resolve project risks, construction issues, and claims.
• Support funding applications and administration of state/federal programs

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Cross-functional coordination

Strategic thinking

Project delivery

PM tools (MS Office, MS Project, GIS)

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license (WA) or reciprocity

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

GIS

Engineering document management apps

Job description

Clark Regional Wastewater District is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager (Treatment) to lead the planning, design, permitting, construction, and implementation of complex wastewater treatment and transmission system projects. This senior-level position manages large capital improvement and repair & replacement projects from concept through completion while coordinating multidisciplinary teams, consultants, contractors, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker who can successfully deliver complex infrastructure projects while balancing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and stakeholder expectations.

The Ideal Candidate is:

• Experienced in managing large, complex public works and wastewater infrastructure projects through all phases of project delivery
• Knowledgeable in wastewater treatment processes, facilities, regulations, and engineering principles
• Skilled at managing project scope, schedules, budgets, risks, contracts, and consultant teams
• An effective communicator who can translate complex technical information for diverse audiences and stakeholders
• Collaborative, organized, solutions-oriented, and capable of leading multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficient with project management tools and software including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, GIS, and engineering document management applications
• Comfortable working independently while building consensus and fostering productive working relationships across organizations and disciplines

Responsibilities include:

• Managing all phases of wastewater treatment and transmission system capital projects, including planning, design, permitting, property acquisition, bidding, construction, commissioning, and closeout
• Developing and managing project scopes, schedules, budgets, risk management plans, and consultant contracts
• Coordinating engineering, environmental, permitting, regulatory, operational, and construction activities
• Directing consultant teams and reviewing technical studies, plans, specifications, estimates, and engineering reports
• Leading stakeholder outreach efforts, facilitating meetings, and serving as a liaison with agencies, property owners, community groups, and the public
• Identifying and resolving project risks, construction issues, claims, and other challenges that arise during project delivery
• Supporting funding applications and administration of state and federal funding programs

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Washington State or ability to obtain licensure through reciprocity within twelve months of hire
• Seven years of progressively responsible engineering experience, including wastewater collection, conveyance, transmission, pumping systems, and wastewater treatment facilities
• Five years of project management experience involving wastewater or civil construction projects
• Possess and maintain a valid state-issued driver's license with a good driving record
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred

Compensation:

• Monthly salary range: $10,502 to $13,730
• Starting monthly salary (DOQ): $10,502 to $12,008

Comprehensive benefits include, but are not limited to:

• PERS retirement
• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Long-term disability insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities

For more information, visit: https://www.crwwd.com/jobs.html.

Clark Regional Wastewater District is a professional and growing utility located in Vancouver, WA and is accredited by the American Public Works Association.

The District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Position remains open until filled.