About the role

Managing Restoration Engineer overseeing impactful restoration projects and leading engineering teams for sustainable environmental solutions. Collaborating with stakeholders and securing funding for initiatives.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage multi-stakeholder restoration projects from planning through implementation, ensuring timely completion within budget and compliance with regulatory standards.
Provide expert technical guidance on restoration engineering principles, to help guide the assessment, design, and implementation of process-based habitat restoration projects in riverine, coastal and estuary environments.
Lead engineering planning and design including, but not limited to, concept designs, alternative studies, basis of design requirements, construction drawings, technical reports and specifications, and construction cost estimates.
Position for and win multi-disciplinary projects with a focus on sustainable and resilient restoration solutions either as part of a larger team or as the prime contractor. This would be accomplished through leveraging existing relationships, serving as a visible leader in professional organizations, developing new clients, identifying project opportunities, leading proposal efforts, and capturing new work.
Prepare and manage project budgets, funding proposals, and grant applications to secure financing for restoration initiatives.
Stay informed about the latest developments in engineering technology and practices.
Supervise and mentor junior to senior engineers and technical staff, providing training and support to enhance their professional development.

BS or MS degree in relevant field (e.g., Civil, Hydraulic, or Water Resources Engineering)
15 or more years of experience in river or estuary restoration engineering or equivalent, with a strong record of leadership in Washington or Pacific Northwest restoration projects
Professional Engineer (PE) license in Washington or Oregon
Ability to integrate process-based restoration and river or coastal engineering principles into engineering designs, including hydraulic, large wood stability, and sediment transport or drift analysis, cost estimating, and development of plans and technical specifications
Proven experience in managing complex projects, including familiarity with project management tools, developing and managing scopes, budgets, schedules, and subconsultants
Proven leadership in business development activities. Demonstrated success in securing large-scale resilience and restoration funding
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information to diverse audiences
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to addressing challenges
Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and foster a positive work environment.

Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurance
Paid Company and Floating Holidays: 7 paid company and 2 floating holidays annually
Vacation: 3 weeks accrued paid vacation based on length of service. Vacation may vary by level.
Sick and Safe Time: 80 hours annually
Retirement Plan: 401k plan with an employer match
Annual Bonus
Other potential bonus types: Billable Time Bonus, Spot Bonus, Milestone Anniversary Bonus, Receiving Professional License/Certification Bonus, Peer-reviewed Publication Bonus, Employee Referral Bonus.