Senior Structural Managing Engineer

McMillen Inc.; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 154,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

401(k) with match

Generous PTO

Stock ownership opportunity

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

McMillen Inc. in Kirkland is seeking a highly skilled Senior Structural Managing Engineer to deliver exceptional service across various water-related projects, including fisheries, hydropower, and flood control. With at least 18 years of experience required, candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, with a preference for a Master’s degree.

The role involves managing client relationships, conducting project assessments, and leading teams to execute engineering designs. A competitive compensation package includes a salary range of $154,000 - $230,000 based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits program.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of experience in civil or hydraulic engineering.
• Professional Engineering registration required.
• Experience with water resource infrastructure and project management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain client relationships.
• Identify and pursue project opportunities.
• Manage multi-discipline teams for various projects.
• Conduct project risk assessments and manage scope changes.
• Design and prepare specifications for water infrastructure.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Hydraulic Engineering

Project Management

Team Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Senior Structural Managing Engineer with a strong technical background to help deliver exceptional service to our clients. The Senior Managing Engineer will work in a variety of water-related projects in fields including but not limited to fisheries, fish passage, hydropower, dams, flood control, pump stations, water treatment, storm water, surface water management planning, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain client relationships. Actively participate in developing relationships with key clients, participating in professional service organizations, and attending conferences/events. Conduct or participate in workshops and meetings with clients.
• Identify project opportunities, actively pursue opportunities, and prepare proposals. Consult with clients to plan and develop strategies for their water resource needs. Work cooperatively with Practice Leads, Discipline Leads, and Operations Managers in local and national marketing production efforts.
• Conduct a kick‑off meeting with all key stakeholders to announce the start of the project and review the overall project plan and gain consensus.
• Identify high‑level risks, assumptions, and constraints: document using historical data and expert judgment to understand project limitations.
• Manage changes to the project scope, schedule, and costs using appropriate verification techniques to keep the plan accurate and updated, reflect authorized changes, and facilitate customer acceptance.
• Ensure a common understanding by setting expectations in accordance with the Project Plan to align stakeholders and team members.
• Effectively manage multi‑discipline teams for a wide range of water resources projects and tasks.
• Measure project performance using appropriate tools to monitor progress, identify and quantify any variances, perform any required corrective actions, and communicate to all stakeholders.
• Execute the tasks defined in the project plan to achieve project goals.
• Identify key project team members by defining roles and responsibilities to create a project organization structure and develop the communication plan.
• Implement approved actions and workarounds required to mitigate project risk events to minimize the impact of the risks on the project.
• Improve team performance by building cohesiveness, leading, mentoring, and training.
• Evaluation and design of water infrastructure projects and other civil engineering support tasks. Design experience should include familiarity with treatment facilities and/or distribution/conveyance facilities.
• Develop detailed designs, plans, and specifications for infrastructure projects, including pipeline storage, and pump station design for storm drain, recycled water, and wastewater collection systems.
• Prepare or oversee preparation of planning reports, plans and specifications, and cost estimates for various water, recycled water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Manage planning, design and construction support services for water, recycled water and wastewater infrastructure projects (Design Project Manager).
• Design storm water management systems for water quality and quantity control.
• Prepare drainage, soil erosion and sediment control, utility relocation, right‑of‑way, staging and construction plans, specifications, and engineering estimates for water resources and transportation projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited university.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 18+ years of experience in civil, and/or hydraulic engineering.
• Professional Engineering registration required; California PE preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with water resource infrastructure including fishery‑related projects, water conveyance, storm water networks, heavy grading, water treatment, wastewater treatment and pump stations.
• Familiarity with Federal Agency codes and requirements, including FERC, USACE, USBR.
• Regular, predictable attendance required.
• Ability to work effectively with others.

Compensation Package

• Pay Range: $154,000 - $230,000 (DOE)
• Benefits: full benefits program including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, EAP, HSA, 401(k) with match, 9 paid holidays, generous PTO, stock ownership opportunity, and wellness reimbursement.

EEO: McMillen, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.