Want to be part of an engineering and strategic communications consulting firm that defines success by the strength of its relationships with its clients and staff? A firm that invests in its people and fosters an entrepreneurial culture that leads to innovation for our clients, communities and environment? If so, please read on.

WSC is a premier engineering and communications consulting firm that focuses exclusively on water. Our team of expert engineers and communicators is recognized for delivering successful planning, design, program management, construction management and energy solutions for municipalities, public and private utilities, special districts, energy providers and more throughout California and the Pacific Northwest. WSC is a next generation consulting leader that meets our clients where they are, providing insight, and redefining the possibilities through a high standard for hands-on service, innovation, quality, and visionary leadership.

Recognized as one of the fastest growing companies in our business, we are actively seeking to hire Senior Water Engineer who aligns with our passion for delivering outstanding client service and high-quality results. This position based out of our Portland office with hybrid remote flexibility.

What You Will Do

You will lead multi-disciplinary teams to successful delivery water infrastructure planning, design, and/or program management of medium- to large-scale water and/or wastewater systems.
You will oversee Client service management and strengthen existing client relationships through exceptional project delivery, development of new client relationships, and identification of future business opportunities.
Leadership of project pursuits including proposal development and interview preparation.
Project workshop leadership, facilitation of alternatives analysis evaluation and decision making.
Mentor entry-level professionals.
Oversee water, wastewater and/or recycled water planning, design, and/or program management projects, including development and oversight of scope, budget, and schedule.
Preparation of high-quality written work products potentially including masterplans, technical memoranda, technical reports, drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
This position will require some travel throughout OR, WA, CA, and TX.

What You Bring

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related engineering field; Master's degree preferred.
P.E. registration in Oregon or the ability to obtain through reciprocity within 6 months of hire.
Experience delivering successful and collaborative project performance that achieve clients' goals, including cost-effective, sustainable, energy-efficient, operator-friendly, and innovative valuable outcomes.
15-20 years of experience in planning, design and/or construction of water, wastewater and or recycled water facilities.
Demonstration of understanding and defining project goals and requirements.
Team first mindset. You enjoy collaborating, learning from, and teaching others, and are active in creating a positive team dynamic.
Active participant in related professional associations and knowledge of the latest industry treatment trends.
Desire to operate with freedom and accountability. A willingness to take risks and ownership of those risks.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience writing proposals and presentations, technical memoranda, reports, drawings, specifications, and miscellaneous contract documents.
Project workshop leadership, facilitation of alternatives analysis evaluation and decision making.
Development of sustainable solutions and alternative project delivery methods a plus.
Ability to serve as a dedicated and effective client service partner and demonstrate responsiveness, clear communication, quality delivery, mindful listening, and problem-solving skills.
Passionate about mentoring and advocating within our team.

Salary Range: The salary range for this position is $150,000 to $225,000 annually and may be more or less depending on experience.

Who We Are

At WSC, we foster a people-centric culture where we care deeply about client relationships and see our coworkers as part of a big family. We have received recognition as one of the Best Places to Work and as a Fast-Growing Firm by Inc. Magazine's national workplace survey and our staff. We believe there are always opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, and we prioritize supporting each other in that process.

We make it easy for you to enjoy the work you love by providing great benefits. With an attractive compensation package including competitive salary, 401(k) plan, ESOP (employee stock ownership plan), employer paid short- and long-term disability, holiday pay, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, fitness, and health benefits program, we have you covered! Learn more about the benefits we offer at

WSC is committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture. As such, we do not make hiring or other employment-related decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, disability status, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, generic information or characteristics, veteran, military or family status, or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws.

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