Project Manager – Civil Municipal Engineering (PE Required)
Kirkland, Everett, WA or Lake Oswego, OR | Full-Time | Pacific Northwest-Based
Join a firm that’s as rooted in the Pacific Northwest.
At PACE Engineers, we don’t just work in the Pacific Northwest—we work for it. With offices in Kirkland and Everett, Washington, and Lake Oswego, Oregon, we serve communities across the region through smart, people-focused civil and structural engineering, planning, and surveying.
We’re growing and currently looking for a Project Manager (PE Required) to join our Civil Municipal team. This is your chance to lead meaningful public infrastructure projects while working alongside a tight-knit team of creative, driven professionals who call the PNW home.
About the Role:
As a Project Manager, you’ll take the lead on public works projects that shape local communities—everything from water systems and stormwater management to parks, sidewalks, and stream restoration. You’ll serve as a trusted partner to our municipal clients, manage design and construction phases, and mentor talented team members.
You'll thrive here if you're passionate about making a lasting impact through public infrastructure and enjoy working in a collaborative environment where innovation and technical excellence are valued.
️ What You’ll Be Doing:
•Lead the design and project management of municipal water and sewer system improvements
•Serve as the primary contact and advisor to cities, districts, and public agencies
•Oversee project teams to meet schedules, budgets, and client expectations
•Prepare technical reports and communicate with stakeholders and regulatory agencies
•Help shape community infrastructure throughout Washington and Oregon
✅ What We’re Looking For:
Must-Haves:
•Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
•10+ years of relevant utility or public infrastructure experience
•Proven project management and client relationship skills
•Strong background in stormwater, transportation, and utility design
•Experience with TESC, grading, water/sewer system design, and site improvements
Bonus Points For:
•Clear, confident communication skills
•Team leadership or mentoring experience
•Passion for sustainability and environmental impact
•Familiarity with Northwest regulations and permitting processes
Why Join PACE?
•Make a regional impact: Our work directly serves communities across the PNW
•People-first culture: Respect, mentorship, and collaboration are core values
•Work/life balance: Enjoy flexible hours and a hybrid work environment
•Growth-oriented: We invest in your professional development
•Employee-owned: Every team member has a stake in our shared success
Benefits Snapshot:
•Competitive salary range: $124,800–$163,800 (DOE)
•Hybrid work model & flexible scheduling
•401(k) & ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
•Medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA
•Paid time off, holidays, and wellness programs
•Short & long-term disability, life, and AD&D insurance
•Culture that supports belonging, equity, and inclusion
Ready to build the Pacific Northwest with us?
Apply today and join a purpose-driven team shaping the future of our communities—one project at a time.
PACE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.