Senior Civil Water/Wastewater Engineer - Project Manager

Morrison-Maierle•Boise, ID

1d•$165,000•Onsite

About The Position

Morrison-Maierle is seeking a senior civil engineering leader to launch, develop, and lead a municipal water and wastewater engineering practice in its Boise, Idaho office. The practice will focus on utility infrastructure, including piping, pumping, collection, treatment, distribution, storage, roadway, site development, and construction administration. The role offers autonomy to shape the practice, build its team, and establish a strong presence in local and surrounding markets, supported by the firm’s infrastructure, existing client relationships, and leadership alignment. The Municipal Practice Leader combines technical authority and project delivery with entrepreneurial leadership. The position owns service development, client growth, and team formation, while partnering with firm leadership on workload, revenue, and resource planning. The role also leads the project lifecycle, maintains engineering and regulatory standards, and develops direct reports. Morrison-Maierle is a 100% employee-owned consulting firm founded in 1945, providing engineering, planning, surveying, and science services across the Rocky Mountain and Pacific Northwest regions. The firm describes itself as a purpose-driven organization rooted in integrity, respect, excellence, and commitment.

Requirements

Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain licensure within a defined timeframe.
Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, or construction engineering, or an equivalent ABET-accredited engineering program.
Minimum of 7 years of progressive civil engineering municipal design and construction experience.
Advanced project management experience leading complex projects and teams.
Experience serving as a technical mentor, reviewer, or discipline resource for other engineers.
Strong financial, project profitability, and operational planning acumen.
Understanding of design software such as AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
Demonstrated ability to develop and grow client relationships and generate new business opportunities.
Valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record for periodic travel.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification in conjunction with engineering licensure.
Experience helping grow or scale a technical practice, service line, or market presence in a consulting engineering environment.
Established local industry connections that can help accelerate business development and market growth.

Responsibilities

Define and lead the growth strategy for the municipal and water/wastewater practice, including service offerings, target markets, and team buildout.
Establish technical standards, QA/QC protocols, and discipline best practices.
Partner with firm leadership on workload, revenue growth, and resource planning as the practice scales.
Lead business development, including client pursuit strategy, proposal development, and relationship expansion.
Represent the discipline as a visible market leader and technical representative in the region.
Serve as the local technical authority, ensuring engineering excellence, regulatory compliance, and rigorous QA/QC across projects.
Lead and manage projects through the complete lifecycle, driving schedule performance, cost control, and high-quality outcomes.
Provide leadership, coaching, and development to direct reports.
Establish a credible municipal presence in local and surrounding markets.
Deliver high-quality projects that reinforce technical excellence and trust.

Benefits

Base pay up to $165,000, depending on experience.
Annual bonuses.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with 100% company-paid ownership contributions.
100% company-paid shared health, dental, and vision plan premiums.
Paid time off.
Paid parental leave.
Paid volunteer time off.
Six paid company holidays.
Two floating personal holidays.
401(k) matching program.
Company-paid AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and life insurance.
Flexible work schedule arrangements.
Relocation assistance.