West Water Quality Consultant

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Mcmillen
Designs and builds water‑resource infrastructure including dams, hydropower, fisheries, and restoration projects.
Conduct field sampling, instrumentation, data analysis, and reporting for water quality projects.
24 days ago ago
$66,219 - $96,304
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Kirkland, WA
Field
Company Size
201 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Engineering
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
General Contractor
Sector Specialisms
Water Resources
Energy
Renewable Energy Infrastructure
Aquatic Resource Conservation
Role
What you would be doing
hydro quality
field logistics
data management
technical documentation
sample collection
instrument calibration
  • Support hydro quality assessments and ensure accuracy and consistency across study
  • Manage field logistics, project schedules, and data deliverables to ensure quality and timeliness.
  • Conduct data management and analysis to support hydro quality and environmental studies.
  • Prepare technical documentation, study plans, and environmental reports that meet state and federal requirements.
  • Lead and participate in field studies related to water quality, hydrology, and aquatic environments, including:
  • Collection and analysis of water, sediment, and biological samples
  • Installation, calibration, and maintenance of water quality instrumentation
What you bring
arcgis
technical writing
field work
environmental degree
3-5 yrs
water instruments
  • Excellent technical writing and reporting skills.
  • Comfortable working in field conditions, including remote or physically demanding environments.
  • Streamflow measurements and aquatic habitat assessments
  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Fish & Water Science, or a related natural resource discipline (Master’s preferred).
  • 3–5 years of professional experience in water quality monitoring, aquatic ecology, or environmental studies
  • Strong understanding of hydrologic and water quality data collection and quality assurance methods.
  • Experience with water quality instrumentation (YSI, HOBO) and basic troubleshooting and maintenance.
  • Proficiency in data analysis and management tools; experience with ArcGIS (Pro, Online, Field Maps, Survey123) preferred.
Benefits
  • Pay Range: $66,219 - $96,304 (DOE)
  • Benefits: McMillen provides a full Benefits Program consisting of Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, FSA, EAP, 401(k) and match, 9 Paid Holidays, generous PTO, opportunity for Stock Ownership and Wellness Reimbursement.
Training + Development
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Company
Overview
$10M - $50M
Annual Revenue Range
Reflects steady, mid-market performance in engineering and construction.
80% Repeat Rate
Client Retention Rate
Indicates strong client trust across public agencies and utilities.
  • Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Boise, Idaho, the firm grew by merging environmental, engineering, and construction under one roof.
  • Their design-build projects focus on dams, hydropower & pumped storage, fish passage, water control, treatment, transport, and restoration.
  • typical projects include dam design & build, fisheries and aquaculture systems, infrastructure for water delivery, and dam removal and reclamation.
  • Structurally employee-owned, they maintain a hands-on culture—'calloused hands' from field crews to welders and engineers.
  • Outposts span the U.S. West—from Idaho to California, Washington, Colorado, and Texas—plus international work in France.
  • Uniquely, they pair in-house environmental expertise with self-performing construction, owning their own 'yellow iron' heavy equipment.
Culture + Values
100% Employee-Owned
Ownership Structure
The company is fully owned by its employees, fostering a strong sense of shared ownership and accountability.
80% Repeat Clients
Client Loyalty
80% of clients return for additional projects, reflecting high satisfaction and trust in the company's offerings.
Generous Time-Off Program
Employee Well-being
The company offers a comprehensive time-off program, emphasizing work-life balance and employee wellness.
  • Employee-owned, collaborative environment focused on delivering technical excellence, while having fun and genuinely enjoying what you do.
  • Smart, innovative thinkers who see every project as an opportunity.
  • The creators, the manic obsessives who know being the best is a journey, not the finish line.
  • Career growth supported by continued education and professional development.
  • Flexible work schedules, health & wellness reimbursements.
  • Community engagement through volunteering time and resources.
Environment + Sustainability
  • pre‑construction planning and BIM/pre‑fabrication reduce material waste and carbon footprint
  • industry‑leading BIM, procurement and pre‑fabrication efficiencies to lessen costs and environmental impact
  • first LEED Platinum certified project in California; expertise in new construction and retrofits targeting LEED standards
Inclusion & Diversity
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West Water Quality Consultant at Mcmillen in Kirkland, WA