Municipal Engineer / Project Manager (Montana)
Position: Municipal Engineer Project Manager
Location: Priority: Helena, MT — also open to Great Falls or Billings
Salary Range: $80,000–$140,000+ (DOE — company will pay above range for exceptional candidates)
Employer: GW Engineering (100% paid benefits — medical, dental, vision)
Bonuses: Annual bonuses averaging 25–33% over the last 7 years
Extras: Signing bonus + relocation assistance available for the right candidate
We are seeking a Municipal Engineer Project Manager to join our Helena Municipal Group. This is a high-impact leadership role for an experienced municipal engineer ready to lead planning, design, permitting, and construction oversight for water, wastewater, and civil infrastructure projects across Montana.
This position requires strong technical expertise, project management capabilities, and direct client-facing experience. Ideal candidates will have senior-level engineering depth and a proven history of managing municipal projects in Montana.
Key Requirements
We are specifically looking for candidates who meet the following:
* E4 level or higher
* 7+ years of relevant municipal engineering experience
* Active Montana PE license (required)
* Willingness to work in Helena, Great Falls, or Billings
* Strong project management experience across municipal water/wastewater systems
* Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage client relationships
Responsibilities
* Lead municipal engineering projects from planning through construction
* Oversee design of water distribution, wastewater collection, stormwater, wells, pipes, and civil site improvements
* Prepare engineering reports, calculations, design documents, and project specifications
* Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and client expectations
* Coordinate with agencies, municipal clients, and stakeholders to obtain approvals
* Provide technical leadership and mentor junior engineers
* Support business development and proposal efforts
* Conduct site visits, field evaluations, and construction oversight when required
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil preferred)
* 7+ years of experience in municipal water and wastewater engineering
* Montana PE license required
* Proven ability to manage municipal projects independently
* Experience working with local and rural water systems preferred
* Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
* Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
Compensation & Benefits
* Competitive salary ($80k–$140k+)
* Company willing to exceed range for exceptional talent
* 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision
* Annual bonuses averaging 25–33%
* 401(k) Traditional & Roth with immediate company match
* Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
* Life insurance + disability coverage
* Relocation assistance + signing bonus available
* Family-oriented work culture
Tipo de puesto: Tiempo completo
Sueldo: $140,000.00 al año
Beneficios:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
Pregunta(s) de postulación:
- Do you hold an active Montana PE license? (Required)
- Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field?
- . How many years of municipal water/wastewater engineering experience do you have? (Minimum 7 required)
- Have you served as a Project Manager on municipal engineering projects?
- Are you currently at an E4 level or higher in your engineering career?
- Which locations are you open to: Helena, Great Falls, Billings?
- Do you have experience working with rural water or wastewater systems?
- Are you authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship?
- are you open to relocation, if required?
- Do you have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record?
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