Project Engineer - Municipal

Full-time exempt Professional

Kirkland, WA, US

Lake Oswego, OR, US

PACE Engineers, A Verdantas Company, is a Pacific Northwest engineering firm providing civil and structural engineering, planning, surveying, construction management and environmental services from offices in Washington and Oregon. We are recognized for our expertise, passion, and commitment to clients and communities.

As a Verdantas Company, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through cutting‑edge technology and a genuine commitment to people. With over 2,000 experts across 90+ offices, we deliver smart, data‑driven solutions that help shape a more sustainable future.

We are currently seeking a driven Project Engineer for our growing Municipal Engineering team. Our municipal team specializes in civil engineering services for municipal projects, including water and sewer, stormwater management, road and sidewalk design, and public works facilities.  Our collaborative team is dedicated to excellence and innovation.  We pride ourselves on our strong relationships with our clients.

What you’ll be doing:

• Performs engineering calculations and design using specialized technical skills, experience and engineering judgment to transform concept designs into construction drawings and technical specifications.
• Develop plans, specifications and inspection reports as needed on assigned tasks to see that items are complete, accurate, and in accordance with good engineering practice.
• Is technically involved in the resolution of design problems that may include performing field investigation or inspections, detailed design work and detailed checking of design computations done by others or general coordination of specific design aspects of a project.
• Assign tasks to and directs engineers, technicians and administrative staff.
• Work with staff engineers and project managers to ensure projects are executed with strong financial performance related to multipliers, profit, and accounts receivable.
• Interact with clients, customers, officials, contractors and others in a professional manner.
• Provides input and financial acumen to pricing and costing of proposals.

What we are looking for:

• Self-driven, energetic, and motivated team player with the capability to effectively work on multiple projects/tasks.
• Excellent written, communication and presentation skills.
• Professional Engineer registration in Washington.
• Must have a minimum of 6 years of progressive civil engineering design experience, with public sector projects.
• Must have demonstrated experience managing design teams on small engineering projects.
• Knowledge of Civil 3D

BENEFITS SNAPSHOT

• Hybrid work model & flexible scheduling
• 401(k) with up to 3.5% company match
• Medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA
• Paid time off, holidays, and wellness programs
• Short & long-term disability, life, and AD&D insurance
• Culture that supports belonging, equity, and inclusion

Salary Range:

$110,000 To $150,000k/yr

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