Description

Northshore Utility District in Kenmore, Washington is seeking an Engineering Director.

Pay Range: $171K – $225K DOE 

Schedule:  M–F 8:00am–4:30pm OR 9/80 schedule (M–Th 7:00am–4:30pm, Fri 7:00am–3:30pm with every other Friday off).

Northshore Utility District (NUD) is seeking an Engineering Director with minimum of 10 years’ experience in construction project management or professional engineering experience or relate field and 10 years direct experience of progressive supervisor/management experience. In this role, you will take on meaningful work that directly supports the growth and reliability of public infrastructure for the community we serve.

We offer competitive wages (75thpercentile of comparable agencies), and pay is based on experience.

At NUD, we prioritize work-life balance and long-term career stability.  Our employees enjoy a flexible 9/80 work schedule, giving you every other Friday off, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes: 

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and families
• Participation in the Washington State Pension System
• 4% employer match on your deferred compensation
• $2,000/$4,000 employer funded HRA/VEBA annually (based on medical plan selection)
• Free parking
• AND MORE

This position is open until it is filled, the first review of applicants begins on May 22, 2026. 

This position is a working director and is responsible for all Engineering Department activities and operations relating to the planning, design, and construction management of improvements to the District’s water distribution and wastewater collection systems, District Headquarters, and the second Emergency Operations Center facilities. Improvements include capital improvements, developer extensions, major rehabilitation, and emergency response repair. Provide leadership and oversight to the entire department including staff supervision, coaching, mentoring, monitoring teams’ performance, and goal setting.   Responsible for supporting functions, such as contract administration, policy development, and document archival systems. Participates in the overall planning and management of the District as a member of the Management Team.

REPORTING DIRECTLY TO: General Manager

Example of Duties: 

• Directly supervises, trains, motivates, plans, directs, coordinates, reviews, and evaluates work plans and work products of all department employees.
• Foster a culture of equity and inclusion by welcoming and meeting the diverse needs and perspectives of groups and individuals.
• Create an environment of teamwork and respect.
• Resolve internal and external complaints, while maintaining positive relations.
• Prepare and conduct oral and written employee performance evaluations. With the ability to recognize superior job performance as well as deliver and implement correction in undesirable trends in performance consistent with establish District policies.
• Plan, prepare, monitor, and control capital budgets for utility engineering programs; monitor and present expenditures; prepare, review and process consultant and contractor payments in accordance with contract guidelines; review financial and performance data; present programmatic expenditure. requests.
• Provide technical expertise and respond to and answer questions; resolve conflicts; develop and revise department procedures, ordinances and other materials related to utility services and activities.
• Supervises the preparation of planning documents, design documents, design criteria, cost estimates, and engineering and feasibility reports for all District related public works projects.
• Direct all aspects of project management including strategic planning, managing pre-construction and construction activities, identify and track critical issues affecting schedules and related costs.
• Manages consultant selection and contract administration.
• Participates in management functions, such as policy development, planning, and employee relations.
• Responds to more complex inquiries concerning new development projects and existing District facilities.
• Prepares and presents documents and information to the Board of Commissioners.
• Develops and manages the annual department and capital budgets and makes recommendations for budget adjustments.
• Represents the District at local and regional meetings and events.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Reliable and regular attendance.
• Performs all other duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

• Proficient in modern engineering techniques for the design and construction management of water distribution and sewage collection systems and building and site improvements.
• Proficient in reading, interpreting, reviewing, and writing engineering drawings legal descriptions.
• Substantial experience in managing large scale water and wastewater projects.
• Experience in overseeing civil, structural, mechanical and process work on large scale projects.
• Understanding of laws and regulations governing the operations of water & sewer districts.
• Working knowledge of employment laws and personnel procedures.
• Proficient in planning for and coordinating critical operations during emergencies.
• Ability to reliably travel to multiple job sites per week by a method that allows timely arrival. If driving a company vehicle, a valid driver’s license may be necessary since no alternative method of transportation is available that reasonably matches time and cost.
• Working knowledge of the entire Microsoft Office Suite and other engineering software.
• Proficient modern management techniques for training, motivating, and leading employees.
• Proficient in planning, organizing, and scheduling work assignments.
• Communication (written and oral, and interpersonal) skills as applied to interaction with co-workers, supervisor, the general public, etc.

Experience/Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related field preferred but not required; supplemented by ten (10) years of progressive supervisory/management experience of staff larger than five or more; ten (10) years of experience in construction Project management or professional engineering experience or related field. 

Licensing Requirements:

• Current Washington State Professional Civil Engineering Registration preferred not required.
• Ability to travel to job sites as needed by a means that ensures timely arrival. If the duties of the position require operating a motor vehicle where no reasonable alternative transportation method exists, possession of a valid Washington State driver’s license (and acceptable driving record) will be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS: 
Most work is performed indoors in an office environment; however, field work is required. This may include outdoor activities in varying weather conditions and visits to active construction sites. Site visits may involve walking long distances, standing for extended periods, navigating uneven ground, mud, gravel or other rough construction terrain. This position may occasionally require entering underground vaults, or other confined spaces. Traveling to project sites is necessary and may require transportation by a method that ensures timely arrival, depending on the project, driving may be required where no reasonable alternative exists. This position may require availability for evening, night, or weekend in response to emergencies or project demands. Physical requirements included sufficient mobility, balance, and coordination to move safely through active construction zones, along with the ability to perform tasks that involve fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. The role may involve carrying or exerting up to 30 pounds of force occasionally to move or carry objects.