Lead Engineer, Water

Global Infrastructure•Bellevue, WA
•$153,600 - $230,400

About The Position

TYLin is seeking a lead engineering professional to join its Water team in Washington State. The role leads and grows the wastewater discipline in the Pacific Northwest through technical leadership, project management, and business development for linear and facilities infrastructure projects. Near-term work includes leading infrastructure and facilities planning and design, conducting technical studies, preparing engineering reports, providing program management services, and developing business and client relationships. The role also provides a meaningful opportunity to contribute to high-profile infrastructure projects, address complex challenges, and work in a collaborative, nimble team.

Requirements

  • Demonstrated project delivery experience, including managing client expectations, technical teams, and project finances.
  • In-depth knowledge of industry best practices and standards.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and technical writing skills, with attention to detail.
  • Self-starter with technical and entrepreneurial competencies to expand existing client relationships and establish new ones.
  • Demonstrated success leading and motivating technical teams with a professional, results-driven approach.
  • Bachelor of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or a commensurate engineering degree.
  • At least 10 years of experience, including 4 years in project and/or program management roles.
  • Experience designing wastewater linear infrastructure and facilities, or similar complex infrastructure and systems, as well as business development experience.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in Washington State, or ability to obtain one.

Nice To Haves

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in Oregon, Idaho, California, or Arizona.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) or Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification, or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

  • Direct, supervise, and mentor team members to support staff growth.
  • Oversee design performance and provide technical peer reviews and quality-control reviews.
  • Promote innovation and develop improved ways to address client challenges.
  • Work with senior management to develop and negotiate contract budgets and scopes of work.
  • Manage work-plan development, including staffing needs and training requirements.
  • Lead project execution and delivery, including financial and resource management, change orders, client invoicing, and client satisfaction.
  • Lead multidisciplinary project teams and subconsultants across simultaneous projects of varying complexity.
  • Establish consistent quality-assurance processes and manage quality control of project submission materials.
  • Work with the Water Sector Manager to develop and execute a regional strategic plan.
  • Build and maintain relationships with municipal and industrial clients and industry organizations to pursue opportunities and grow the business.
  • Promote technical practices, innovation sharing, and knowledge management.
  • Participate in business development and pursue strategic opportunities.
  • Lead marketing initiatives and pursuits, championing wastewater opportunities.

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage
  • Dental insurance coverage
  • Vision insurance coverage
  • Disability insurance coverage
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Continuing education benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Employee assistance program
  • Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions
  • Career development opportunities
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