Payse Smith

Payse Smith is an experienced project manager specializing in public drinking water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Currently employed at Keller Associates, Inc. since November 2023, Smith oversees all aspects of project delivery, managing scope, schedule, and budget. Prior roles include serving as a project manager and professional engineer at Westech Engineering, where responsibilities included public utility design contracts and master planning for municipalities in the Willamette Valley. Earlier experience with Farmland LP involved designing and managing irrigation systems across 15 farms, coordinating project workflows, and working as an operations technician. Educational background includes a Bachelor of Science degree in Ecological Engineering from Oregon State University. Smith has also held leadership roles in student organizations and has a varied background in agricultural systems.