Project Engineering Manager jobs in Tacoma, WA

Project Engineering Manager plans and directs all design engineers, drafters, and technical engineers working on specific projects. Manages the development, implementation, and evaluation of complex designs. Being a Project Engineering Manager oversees product construction and testing in order to ensure completion of projects as efficiently and effectively as possible. Evaluates and approves changes that substantially impact the scope, budget, or schedule of a project. Additionally, Project Engineering Manager monitors progress and performance against the project plan. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Project Engineering Manager typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Project Engineering Manager typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Engineering Project Manager, Senior
  • City of Tacoma
  • Tacoma, WA OTHER



  • Tacoma Water has an opportunity for a Senior Engineering Project Manager to join our Planning & Engineering Section.  This position oversees the project management, communication, and oversite of utility projects of significant scope for Tacoma Water using professional project management methodology (PMI). This role is intended to coordinate Tacoma Water's interest in USACE's Howard A. Hansen Dam project located in the Green River watershed. Time will be spent working from both the Tacoma Public Utilities Building in Tacoma, WA and the Tacoma Water Green River treatment facility located in Ravensdale, WA.
     
    Primary Responsibilities:
    • Provide project oversight and responsibility for implementation of large, complex projects for Tacoma Water
    • Collaborate and communicate with the program management staff and stakeholders on behalf of Water to effectively identify, communicate needs, and support implementation for Water projects
    • Manage and monitor project scope, budget, schedule/progress, risks and report regularly or as needed  on challenges and issue
    • Identify, develop, and foster strong relationships within Water and across TPU and the City as needed to support project work
    • Develop organizational change and training programs for successful project implementation
    • Manage the impacts of other projects and communicate effectively with other project leadership to ensure linkages and impacts are coordinated and appropriately managed
    • Attend project meetings and make recommendations to Sponsors and Executive Sponsors.
    • Attend training as needed to stay current with current market trends, and to maintain standing as a project management subject matter expert.
    • Identify, develop, and prepare business cases for major projects taking input from subject matter experts and other stakeholders
    • Assure the adherence to safety regulations, goals, and policies

    Who you will be working with:
    You will be joining our Planning & Engineering (P&E) Section, responsible for performing planning and engineering services related to the following:

    • Regional transmission of water supply through 150 miles of large-diameter water mains, pumping stations, standpipes, and reservoirs
    • Local water distribution to our customers through over 1,350 miles of small-diameter water mains
    • Water supply forecasting and resourcing
    • Water quality, water treatment and regulatory compliance of the 150 million-gallons-per-day Green River Filtration Facility, in-town groundwater systems, and throughout the distribution system
    • Equipment related to electrical components, communications, instrumentation and control, and cathodic protection
    • Asset and System Planners who provide asset management and framework, water system modeling, and studies of the water system
    Minimum Education*
    Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, project management or directly related field.

    Minimum Experience*
    5 years of progressively responsible professional capital construction project management experience.

    *Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education
     
    Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements
    Washington State Driver's License
    Project Management Professional, Design Build Institute of America certification, or Professional Engineering License desiredThis recruitment is being managed by Joanna Hambrick; if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn!

    City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
    Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress.  One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.
     
    The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.   

    Tacoma Water
    Tacoma Water has a proud tradition of operating and maintaining one of the country's oldest municipally owned water systems. We provide high-quality water at very competitive prices. We provide direct service to more than 305,000 people throughout Pierce and King counties.  

    Our mission is to deliver clean, reliable services essential to quality of life. If you share our values of Safety, Belonging, Customer focus, Integrity, and Respect, we are looking for you! 
    Apply 
    Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position. 

    Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration.

    Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check. 

    Communication from the City of Tacoma: 
    We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from cityoftacoma.org and/or neogov.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders.

    Should you have any questions about this position please call Human Resources at (253) 591-5400 before 4pm on the closing date.
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Sr. Engineering Project Manager
  • Northwest Seaport Alliance
  • Seattle, WA FULL_TIME
  • Anticipated hiring salary is between $127,540 - $150,048 depending on qualifications The Sr. Project Manager, Engineering leads and manages all aspects of highly complex projects and initiatives, whic...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Project Manager-Civil Engineer -Steel Fabrication
  • Jesse Engineering Co.
  • Tacoma, WA FULL_TIME
  • The primary role of the Project Manager at Jesse Co. is to provide the fabrication drawings and materials for assigned jobs/projects to the Shop in a reasonable time. A familiarization with these Engi...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Civil Project Engineer
  • RH2 Engineering
  • Tacoma, WA FULL_TIME
  • RH2 is currently seeking an experienced, collaborative Civil Project Engineer for our Tacoma, WA office. This position will be working with other RH2 team members in the planning, designing, and const...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Civil Project Engineer
  • RH2 Engineering
  • Tacoma, WA FULL_TIME
  • RH2 is currently seeking an experienced, collaborative Civil Project Engineer for our Tacoma, WA office. This position will be working with other RH2 team members in the planning, designing, and const...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Civil Engineering Project Manager - Land Development
  • MacKay Sposito
  • Federal Way, WA FULL_TIME
  • We are seeking a Project Manager to join our Land Development team. We are working on some fantastic projects and have more projects on the horizon. We are looking for a collaborative individual with ...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Civil Engineering Project Manager - Land Development
  • Mackay Sposito
  • Auburn, WA
  • Job Description Job Description We are seeking a Project Manager to join our Land Development team. We are working on so...
  • 5/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Manufacturing Engineering Project Management Co Op
  • Terex Corporation
  • Redmond, WA
  • Job Description: Intern Program Overview: The Terex Early Talent Program immerses high potential students in challenging...
  • 5/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Project Manager
  • Orion and TAS Companies
  • Tacoma, WA
  • Job Description Orion Marine Contractors has immediate openings for a Heavy Civil Construction Project Manager, in the P...
  • 5/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Stream Design Engineer/ Project Manager
  • PACE ENGINEERS INC.
  • Kirkland, WA
  • Job Description Job Description Senior Stream Design Engineer/ Project Manager Ready to supercharge your career while do...
  • 5/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Project Manager
  • Orion and TAS Companies
  • Tacoma, WA
  • Job Description Orion Marine Contractors has immediate openings for a Heavy Civil Construction Senior Project Manager, i...
  • 5/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Engineering Project Manager
  • Hire Resolve
  • Lacey, WA
  • Hire Resolve's client is working with a leading Civil Engineering firm that is urgently seeking the expertise of a Senio...
  • 5/12/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Engineering Project Manager
  • Comrise
  • Redmond, WA
  • Senior Project Manager - Medical Device Company- Redmond, WA Assist in management of multiple engineering projects; prio...
  • 5/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CAD Designer (Civil Experience)
  • HALEY & ALDRICH, INC.
  • Seattle, WA
  • At Haley & Aldrich, a 900+ person national engineering and environmental consulting firm, our creative, technically stro...
  • 5/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

Tacoma (/təˈkoʊmə/ tə-KOH-mə) is a mid-sized urban port city and the county seat of Pierce County, Washington, United States. The city is on Washington's Puget Sound, 32 miles (51 km) southwest of Seattle (of which it is the largest satellite city), 31 miles (50 km) northeast of the state capital, Olympia, and 58 miles (93 km) northwest of Mount Rainier National Park. The population was 198,397, according to the 2010 census. Tacoma is the second-largest city in the Puget Sound area and the third largest in the state. Tacoma also serves as the center of business activity for the South Sound re...
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Income Estimation for Project Engineering Manager jobs
$154,660 to $202,411
Tacoma, Washington area prices
were up 2.8% from a year ago

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