PACE Engineers, Inc. · 2 months ago
Water Resource Engineering Manager
Lake Oswego, OR
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$125K/yr - $200K/yr
10+ years expPACE Engineers, Inc. is a Pacific Northwest engineering firm providing civil and structural engineering services. They are seeking an innovative and experienced Water Resource Engineering Manager to lead their water resources group, manage a talented team, and deliver impactful projects that restore ecosystems and improve habitat connectivity across the Pacific Northwest.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Provide leadership and direction for the fish passage and stream team, including staff development, workload management, and mentoring
Build and expand client relationships, pursue new opportunities, and contribute to the business development and strategic planning
Lead the design and delivery of fish passage projects, including culvert replacements, stream simulation, and habitat connectivity improvements
Manage projects budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure successful outcomes
Serve as the technical leader in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling to support planning and design
Prepare and review engineering calculations, design drawings, technical reports, and construction documents
Conduct and supervise site assessments, field investigations, and data collection
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and staff
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including biologists, planners, and environmental scientists
Support permitting and regulatory compliance with federal, state, and local agencies
Communicate effectively with clients, agencies, and stakeholders to advance project goals
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field
Professional Engineer (PE) license in Washington State
10+ years of progressive experience in water resources engineering, including hydrology and hydraulics with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role
WSDOT Fish Passage and Stream Restoration Design certification or ability to obtain it within 1-year
Proficiency with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, or related design software
Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing construction documents
Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills
Preferred
Direct experience with fish passage design, stream restoration, or aquatic habitat projects
Knowledge of Washington State permitting requirements (WSDOT, WDFW, Ecology, and local jurisdictions)
Familiarity with GIS applications
Master's degree in water resources or environmental engineering
Benefits
Hybrid work model & flexible scheduling
401(k) & ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
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
Company
PACE Engineers, Inc.
PACE Engineers, Inc. is a civil engineering firm based in Washington and Oregon.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2026-01-08Acquired
Leadership Team
Phil Cheesman
Executive Vice President/COO
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