Regional Engineer – Vancouver, WA

Ducks Unlimited is hiring a Regional Engineer in Vancouver, WA, to manage wetland and stream restoration projects. Candidates need a B.S. in engineering, a PE license, and at least 4 years of experience. Responsibilities include project planning, design, contracting, and construction management, requiring travel throughout Washington and Oregon. Strong communication skills and the ability to work in teams are essential. Salary ranges from $80,000 to $130,000 annually.
Regional EngineerVancouver, WA

Ducks Unlimited, Inc., the world’s leading wetland and waterfowl conservation organization, is seeking a civil engineer to join a team of highly motivated conservation biologists and engineers responsible for the planning, design, and construction of diverse wetland, stream and wild land restoration projects in the Pacific Northwest. The engineer will be stationed out of the Vancouver Field Office located in Vancouver, WA, and will be part of a larger team of conservation professionals to cover the nine state Ducks Unlimited Western Region headquartered in Rancho Cordova, CA.

Qualifications

Candidates must have at minimum, a B.S in an engineering curriculum and be a registered civil engineer in the state(s) of Washington and/or Oregon currently holding a PE license (or be able to obtain within 12 months) with at least 4 years’ experience. Desirable qualifications include GPS surveying, Civil3D, H&H modeling, construction contracting, construction inspection and management, soil science, hydraulics, agricultural engineering, and levee/canal design. Experience with tidal and estuary wetland restoration, as well as stream restoration and fish barrier modifications would be beneficial. Demonstrated oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills are essential.

Candidates must be self-motivated, goal oriented, and able to work with and solve problems in close team-based relationships. Candidates must be able to perform field work that includes strenuous outdoor activity in sometimes difficult environmental conditions.

Responsibilities

Regional Engineers perform a full range of project planning, design, contracting, and construction management functions on wetland, stream and associated habitat restoration projects. A close working relationship with DU Biologists, other DU staff, local, state, and federal agency personnel, private landowners, and other conservation partners will be an important aspect of the job. The position will include travel throughout Washington and Oregon.

Specific duties include:
• Prepare project scopes of work and budgets for funding proposals.
• Develop topographic surveys, including collection of field survey data for design.
• Prepare project plans, technical specifications, and cost estimates.
• Prepare bid documents, conduct pre-bid site meetings, and finalize contractor selection.
• Conduct field inspections and perform construction management oversight.
• Ensure that consultants and contractors adhere to project plans, specifications, and schedules.
• Act as contracting officer to ensure compliance and budget management.

To apply: Please fill out the application materials on this link and attach a cover letter and resume indicating your qualifications and why you are interested in the position. The position will be open until filled. For further information regarding this position or to request application materials, please contact: Linda McMahon, Administrative Assistant, Ducks Unlimited, Inc., Pacific Northwest Field Office, 11805 NE 99th Street, Suite 1300, Vancouver, WA 98682, Email: lmcmahon@ducks.org

SALARY RANGE: $80,000.00- $130,000.00 annually – Salary commensurate with education and experience.

DUCKS UNLIMITED, INC. IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERIt is the policy of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. to afford equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 or over), disability (physical, mental or visual), genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), military and veteran status, immigration status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

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