Hydraulics and Stream Project Manager/Engineer [8-20 yrs exp]

At KPFF Consulting Engineers, we are more than just an engineering design firm. For over 60 years, we have dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being, supporting each member’s professional journey with flexibility, generous benefits, and a collaborative approach to work-life integration.

With over 1,400 professionals across 27 offices nationwide, KPFF’s decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths. Learn more at www.kpff.com.

Join the KPFF Lacey team as a motivated and skilled Senior Project Manager who demonstrates initiative and accountability to successfully pursue, manage, coordinate and complete projects. We are accepting applications to fill positions immediately. Applications should include a resume and cover letter.  

Our Project Managers are an essential part of our design teams. The ideal candidate will exhibit strong leadership, time management, and communication skills to pursue, develop and execute projects. This position provides opportunities to work on a variety of fish passage projects for both public agencies and private owners which include:

• WSDOT Stream Design
• Stream Assessments
• Hydrologic & Hydraulic Analysis
• Scour analysis & Scour Countermeasure Design
• Streambed Stability Design
• Large Woody Material Stability Analysis
• Hydraulic Design Reports
• Permit Applications & Permitting Support
• Plans, Technical Specifications & Cost Estimates
• FEMA no-rise analysis and certification

Project Managers are accountable for project coordination, quality control,  and ensuring projects are completed effectively to meet client expectations. General project tasks that our Project Managers perform are as follows:

• Write, or review project proposals, or Statements of Qualifications 
• Management and / or design of projects
• Primary interface with clients on project coordination and design
• Supervise, direct, and mentor design engineers and drafters
• Responsible to technical content and quality control / assurance of accuracy
• Establish project fees and schedules
• Track project budget and timing to ensure fulfillment of contract commitments and profitability
• Provide construction administration support

• P.E. License in Washington
• Knowledge of codes, regulations, and standards applicable to the design and construction of fish passage and stream restoration projects in Washington
• Permitting experience with various environmental regulators such as WDFW and USACE
• Ability to manage multiple active projects concurrently
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and collaborative skills are essential
• Competency, accountability, and personal commitment to deliver quality work to our clients

Compensation
The base salary for this role is competitive, with a range of $116,000 - $155,000 determined by experience, education, and skills. KPFF also offers performance-based bonuses to recognize outstanding contributions. Additional details about the full compensation package will be provided during the interview process.

Culture and Benefits

We believe that people are at their best when they have a purpose and are self-motivated from the core of their ideology. KPFF gives individuals the opportunity to pursue and develop an area of expertise and practice that follows their passion and improves our team and culture. We believe in supporting these pursuits both professionally and personally. This belief is at the core of our employees and KPFF’s success. KPFF utilizes forefront, a program that provides lifelong career support in technical development, project management, professional practice improvement, business development, and personal improvement.

KPFF Employee Benefits

• Medical Plan Options: Choice of Traditional PPO or HDHP with HSA, covering preventive care and prescriptions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Tax-advantaged accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Dental & Vision: Full preventive care, plus coverage for major dental services and vision allowances.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential support for personal, family, and work challenges.
• Life & AD&D Insurance: Company-provided life insurance equal to one year’s salary, plus AD&D.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: KPFF contributes 3% of salary, with no match needed. 
• Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term coverage at 60% income, fully covered by KPFF.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, two floating holidays, and paid company holidays.
• Paid Family Leave: Six weeks at 60% pay, with options to use PTO for full income.

Additional Perks

• Professional Development: KPFF is more than just the work we do, we are the relationships we build, both with our clients and with our co-workers. To foster those relationships and build up our employees, KPFF offers a number of growth opportunities and social events.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law