Senior River & Floodplain Project Lead (Hybrid)

King-County,-W; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

King County seeks a Supervising Engineer (Engineer IV) to lead the Strike Team in the River and Floodplain Management Section of WLRD. The role focuses on flood risk reduction, habitat restoration, and capital projects along major rivers, with responsibility for six engineers and cross-department coordination.

The position operates in a hybrid work model in Seattle, WA. Ideal candidates bring a decade of experience in open channel hydraulics, river engineering, and capital project leadership,

Qualifications

• BS in civil/environmental/water resources or closely related field.
• 10+ years leading river/floodplain capital projects and open channel hydraulics.
• Experience with PSE (plans, specifications, and estimates) for large public works.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Washington or ability to obtain within six months.
• Strong collaboration with diverse teams and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering supervision, technical oversight, and QC for river/floodplain capital projects.
• Lead engineers on the Strike Team, including hiring, performance management, and mentoring.
• Coordinate with unit supervisors and project managers to plan delivery and priorities.
• Lead planning, design, and construction including revetment, levee, floodwall and repair work.
• Develop workflow processes to ensure consistent delivery of capital projects.
• Apply equity and social justice principles in engagement with partners and communities.
• Collaborate across programs to develop annual capital budgets and project cost estimates.

Skills

Open channel hydraulic engineering

River mechanics

Floodplain management

Hydraulic modeling

Leadership and supervision

Stakeholder engagement

Strong written/verbal communication

Equity and social justice awareness

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or closely related field

Job description

King County seeks a Supervising Engineer (Engineer IV) to lead the Strike Team in the River and Floodplain Management Section of WLRD. The role focuses on flood risk reduction, habitat restoration, and capital projects along major rivers, with responsibility for six engineers and cross-department coordination.

The position operates in a hybrid work model in Seattle, WA. Ideal candidates bring a decade of experience in open channel hydraulics, river engineering, and capital project leadership,