Water Resources/Fish Passage Project Manager (9-20+ yrs)

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 an experienced, motivated and skilled Project Manager who demonstrates initiative and accountability to successfully coordinate and complete projects. This position will require your expertise with fish passage design, stream and habitat restoration, culvert replacements, and hydrologic and hydraulic analysis. The successful candidate must have at least 9 years’ experience in civil engineering, project management and planning and construction. As a key member of our team, you'll not only refine your existing expertise, but also deliver unparalleled client service.

You will be an essential part of the design team.  The ideal candidate will exhibit exceptional 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:

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

Our 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 
• Proven capability to work dynamically and effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Management and / or design of projects.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Competency, accountability, and personal commitment to deliver quality work to our clients, and to mentor design engineers.
• Ability to apply established engineering principles to solve problems and/or overcome obstacles using sound judgement, independent decision making, and prolonged focus.
• Foster strong client relationships by actively listening to client needs, providing clear communication, and delivering customized solutions that align with their objectives
• Focus on client satisfaction, possess high-level communication and interpersonal skills with an interest in training, developing, and supporting staff, and have experience working in a cooperative team environment.
• Primary interface with clients on project coordination and design.
• 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.
• Communicate with design consultants, municipalities, contractors, and clients.
• Ability to conduct site visits and inspections as necessary to ensure compliance with project requirements and industry standards.

• B.S. Degree or higher in Civil Engineering.
• P.E. License in Washington State.
• HEC-RAS and SRH2D.
• AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Knowledge of codes, regulations, and standards applicable to the design and construction of fish passage and stream restoration projects in Washington State. 
• 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.

Physical Demands of the Work Environment

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time while working on a computer, reviewing plans, or attending meetings.
• Occasionally, it may be required to lift objects weighing up to 15 lbs.
• Occasionally visiting project locations and performing field inspections which may involve walking, standing, kneeling, or navigating uneven terrain.

Compensation
The base salary for this role is competitive, with a range of $120,000-155,000 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.

KPFF Lacey Culture 

KPFF Lacey’s vision statement is to provide experiences that create a lasting positive impact on our people, clients, and community. We are passionate about providing a collaborative, playful, and positive environment for our employees. We believe in encouraging personal and professional growth and work hard at providing a solid structure with minimal organizational restrictions. Our nearly 40-person office has the benefit of having the resources of a 1,400+ person company, with the closeness of a small office. We work in a fast-paced environment that will provide opportunities to work with our staff of civil engineers and surveyors on a variety of project types and sizes requiring the ability to think on your feet and communicate effectively.

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.

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.

How to Apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application. In your cover letter, we encourage you to highlight relevant experience, what draws you to KPFF, and how this role aligns with your professional goals.

KPFF Consulting Engineers 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, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.