Century West Expands to Vancouver: Strengthening Our Commitment to Southwest Washington
Century West’s newest office in downtown Vancouver, Washington, represents more than just growth. It is a clear statement of commitment. For 56 years, our team has served communities throughout the Pacific Northwest, but the absence of a physical presence in Southwest Washington has been a barrier to expanding that work. Now, with our new Vancouver […]
Beyond Engineering: How Mentorship Strengthens Our Team
Century West’s mentorship program connects staff across offices to encourage teamwork, growth, and shared learning. Recently, Elizabeth Wilson, PE, from our Lake Oswego office in Oregon, traveled to northern Idaho to meet her mentor, Senior Project Manager Ryan Luttman, PE, in person. The visit gave her the chance to see the construction progress on projects […]
Employee Spotlight: Melanie Johansen, PE
With nearly 20 years of experience in civil and environmental engineering, Melanie Johansen brings calm, confident leadership to every project she touches. As a Senior Project Manager and Office Manager at Century West, she guides teams and clients through complex challenges with clarity and care. Her work focuses heavily on aviation and public infrastructure, fields […]
Building a Stronger Future Through Funding: Century West’s Expanded Grant Support Program
Securing funding for public projects can be one of the biggest hurdles municipalities and airports face. From tight timelines to complex compliance requirements, the process often feels daunting. Century West recognizes how critical grants and funding opportunities are to helping communities move projects forward, and we have expanded our internal resources to provide even stronger […]
Raising the Bar in Airfield Safety: Century West’s Airport Safety Training Program
Stepping onto an active runway can feel like the opening scene of a high-stakes movie. For those working in airport construction and inspection, it’s just another day on the job. But behind that confidence is something far more deliberate than good instincts: training. Century West is lucky to have James Kirby, PE—an Aviation Senior Project […]
Unearthing History: UXOs Discovered at Pearson Field
What began as a routine construction project quickly turned into a unique and memorable experience for our team at Century West. On February 24, 2025, Century West began work at Pearson Field in Vancouver, Washington. The site is jointly managed by the City of Vancouver and the National Park Service and carries deep historical significance […]
First-Timer Insights: Reflecting on APWA Spring Conferences
Century West has been a committed participant in the American Public Works Association (APWA) conferences, particularly with the Washington and Oregon Chapters. This spring, we sent some first-time attendees: Rachel Elliott from our Bothell office attended the Washington Chapter Spring Conference in Tacoma, while Elizabeth Wilson from our Portland office represented us at the Oregon […]
Employee Spotlight: Ryan Luttmann, PE
For Ryan Luttmann, PE, community is at the center of everything from the projects he manages to the way he leads his team in Northern Idaho. A former public agency engineer turned consultant, Ryan brings both local knowledge and deep empathy to his work. Since joining Century West in 2018, he’s helped grow the Sandpoint […]
Employee Spotlight: Tom Headley, PE, CWRE
At Century West, our success is built on the passion, expertise, and leadership of our team. This month, we’re spotlighting Tom Headley, PE, Senior Project Manager and Bend Office Supervisor. His commitment to mentorship, staff development, and industry involvement has made a lasting impact, not just within our company but across the engineering community. From […]