Municipal Engineer Project Manager (Montanta)

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

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