Senior Civil Water/Wastewater Engineer - Project Manager

Morrison-Maierle • Boise, ID

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About The Position

Morrison-Maierle is seeking a senior civil engineering leader to launch, develop, and lead a municipal water and wastewater engineering practice focused on utility infrastructure in the Boise, Idaho office. The role offers autonomy to shape the practice’s direction, build its team, and establish a strong local market presence, supported by the firm’s established infrastructure, existing client relationships, and leadership alignment.

The position combines technical leadership, project delivery, business development, and practice growth. The leader will develop service offerings and target markets, set technical standards and QA/QC practices, plan resources and revenue growth with firm leadership, and represent the discipline in the region. The role also includes managing projects throughout their lifecycle and coaching and developing direct reports. Relocation assistance is provided.

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; periodic travel is required.

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 within 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 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.
• Serve as a visible market leader and technical representative for the discipline in the region.
• Provide local technical authority, ensuring engineering excellence, regulatory compliance, and rigorous QA/QC across projects.
• Lead and manage projects through the complete project lifecycle, including schedule performance, cost control, and quality outcomes.
• Coach and develop direct reports and foster a culture of growth and excellence.
• Establish a credible municipal presence in local and surrounding markets.
• Deliver high-quality projects that reinforce technical excellence and trust.

Benefits

• Market-leading pay, with base pay up to $165,000 depending on experience.
• Annual bonuses.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), with 100% company-paid ownership contributions.
• Company-paid shared health, dental, and vision plan premiums.
• Paid time off.
• Paid parental leave and 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior