Water Project Engineer/Project Manager

The Dyer Partnership; Coos Bay (OR); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary, DOE

Health care and retirement benefits

Reimbursement for professional registration

Diverse project opportunities

Company events

Supportive workplace culture

Job summary

A civil engineering consulting firm based in Coos Bay is seeking a Water Project Engineer or Project Manager. You will manage and design municipal water and wastewater projects, ensuring clean and sustainable systems across Oregon. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, an Oregon PE license, and 5+ years of relevant experience. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, mechanical engineering is required.
• Oregon PE license is needed, or the ability to obtain it soon.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with municipal water/wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Strong communication and report writing skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and management of municipal water and wastewater projects.
• Prepare technical reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Review development proposals and engineering submissions.
• Collaborate with clients, regulators, and contractors.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Technical report writing

Interpersonal skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D proficiency

GIS proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GIS software

SWMM

HEC-RAS

Job description

About The Role

At The Dyer Partnership, our work goes far beyond engineering drawings and technical reports. It’s about enhancing communities through engineering excellence and expert solutions.

Job Details

You’ll lead a collaborative team that brings together Water Resource Systems, Engineering Services, and Construction Services into a streamlined development process. In this role, you will work closely with city leaders, utility managers, and community stakeholders to understand their needs and deliver practical engineering solutions. You’ll take projects from planning through design and construction, including pipelines, pump stations, reservoirs, treatment systems, and stormwater improvements. Beyond the technical work, you’ll help our clients navigate funding, permitting, and regulatory requirements so that projects are not only engineered well, but also successfully delivered.

Additional Information

As a Water Project Engineer or Project Manager, you’ll play a key role in helping small towns across Oregon secure clean, reliable water and wastewater systems that protect public health and preserve natural resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and management of municipal water and wastewater projects.
• Prepare technical reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Review development proposals and engineering submissions.
• Collaborate with clients, regulators, and contractors.
• Provide guidance to project teams and ensure quality work.
• Build long-term client relationships through responsive, reliable service.
• Lead interdisciplinary teams and resolve complex technical issues.
• Manage projects and provide exceptional interpersonal and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, mechanical, or related engineering field.
• Oregon PE license, or ability to obtain within a reasonable time.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with municipal water or wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS; experience with modeling software (SWMM, HEC-RAS) is a plus.
• Strong communication and report writing skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, DOE.
• Health care and retirement benefits.
• Reimbursement for professional registration and renewal.
• Diverse project opportunities across Oregon.
• Company events and supportive workplace culture.
• Professional growth opportunities.

About Us

The Dyer Partnership is a growing civil engineering consulting firm with offices in Coos Bay, Roseburg, and Lebanon, Oregon. With a team of about thirty professionals, we’re big enough to tackle complex projects, yet small enough to maintain a close-knit, supportive culture. We’re driven by a simple mission: deliver practical, client-centered solutions that empower communities.

Visit our website at http://www.dyerpart.com to see samples of our work.

The Dyer Partnership is an equal opportunity employer.

Email or mail cover letter and resume to the Office Manager: Rachel Arbuckle, The Dyer Partnership Engineers & Planners, Inc., 1330 Teakwood Avenue, Coos Bay, OR 97420, [e-mail]