Water/Wastewater Project Manager (PE)

Ardurra; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Rich benefits programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Spokane, WA is seeking a Water/Wastewater Project Manager (PE) or Project Engineer (PE) to drive impactful projects. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Washington PE, and over 5 years of public works experience. This full-time role offers competitive compensation ranging from $100,000 to $160,000, and emphasizes a people-centric, supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in public works.
• Extensive design and construction experience in public works, transportation, and/or water resources.
• Self‑motivated, team‑oriented individual.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management tasks.
• Prepare necessary drawings.
• Work on a variety of tasks with autonomy.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Team collaboration

Public works experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related

Washington PE

Job description

At Ardurra, we’re more than an engineering and consulting firm—we’re a team dedicated to shaping the future through smart solutions and strong partnerships. Our mission is simple: empower our people to deliver innovative, sustainable projects that make a real impact on communities. Guided by our core values—Client Driven, Uniquely Nimble, Low Bureaucracy, Team Collaboration, Unlimited Opportunities, Relationship Focused, and Entrepreneurial Spirit—we foster a culture that puts people first.

Overview

Lead the future of water and wastewater solutions! We’re seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Project Manager (PE) or Project Engineer (PE) to drive impactful projects that shape communities. If you’re a licensed Professional Engineer with a passion for impacting your local communities, join our Spokane, WA team and make a difference where it matters most.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related
• Washington PE required or ability to obtain within 18 months
• 5+ years experience in public works
• Extensive design and construction experience in public works, transportation, and/or water resources
• Computer modeling experience is desired for pressurized and gravity flow networks
• Familiarity with land use codes and plan review / submittal processes a plus
• Ability to lead existing staff and develop new staff as needed to support growth of the municipal group
• Self‑motivated, team‑oriented individual with the ability to work on challenging projects in a team environment

Key Responsibilities

• Project management
• Preparation of drawings
• The Project Manager will have the opportunity to work on a variety of tasks and develop skills in many areas
• This position provides autonomy to complete tasks with minimal supervision

Salary Range

$100,000 to $160,000 (DOE)

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family‑like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry‑leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people‑centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time‑off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

Notice to Third‑Party Agencies

Ardurra does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agency Agreement, Ardurra will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a resume or candidate is submitted to any hiring manager without a previously signed agreement, Ardurra reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. These candidates will be considered property of Ardurra. We’re not currently looking to add any more agencies to our list of approved vendors, so please do not contact any of our managers or recruitment team with sales calls or details of your candidates.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Project Management and Engineering

Industries

Civil Engineering