Assistant City Engineer, Engineering

Gulfshoresal; Alexandria, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

Short/long term disability

Life insurance

Sick leave

Vacation leave

11 paid holidays

EAP

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness clinic

Retirement benefits

Deferred compensation

Job summary

The City of Alexandria is seeking an Assistant City Engineer to supervise and perform advanced professional engineering work in planning, design, review, construction, and maintenance of transportation and drainage infrastructure. Requires PE license, Civil/Mechanical/Structural background, and strong project leadership in a municipal setting.

Salary ranges from $67,393.87 to $101,069.12 annually (Grade 35). 40-hour week; overtime may apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Structural Engineering; PE license preferred.
• License as a Professional Engineer in Louisiana; out-of-state licenses require 1 year to obtain Louisiana certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage capital projects: budgets, schedules, and documentation.
• Oversee design/construction, inspections, and change orders; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate planning, design, bids, and project approvals; supervise engineering staff.
• Serve as liaison to public, officials, and other agencies; prepare executive summaries.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer license (Louisiana)

Driver's license

Flood plain management certification (preferred)

Job description

Assistant City Engineer, Engineering

Annual Salary Range: $67,393.87 - $101,069.12 Grade: 35

The City of Alexandria is seeking professional individuals to begin a career in the Engineering Department, located in the heart of Central Louisiana, to supervise and perform professional engineering work of an advanced level in the planning, design, plan review, construction, and maintenance of City transportation and drainage infrastructure under the direction of the City Engineer.

Benefits:

• medical insurance
• dental and vision
• short/long term disability
• group and dependent life insurance
• sick and vacation leave
• 11 paid holidays
• EAP
• tuition reimbursement
• wellness clinic for employees and their dependents
• Retirement benefits include the City of Alexandria’s Retirement System
• a voluntary deferred compensation supplemental retirement plan

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manages the administrative aspects of capital projects; monitors budget and expenditures; updates project schedules and monitors progress of project in meeting established schedule; processes purchase order requisitions, work orders, and invoices; reviews project progress reports submitted by contractors; coordinates acquisition and/or maintenance of required permitting; schedules inspections to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements; facilitates adherence to all reporting and documentation requirements; evaluates and monitors progress against performance and quality measurements.
• Manages capital projects during design and/or construction phases; conducts and oversees inspections of work underway; attends regular project progress meetings; works with consultants, contractors, and work crews to resolve problems and initiate the appropriate solutions; reviews field decisions and approves change orders as appropriate; prepares, reviews, and processes change orders for changes to contracted scope of work; monitors adherence to project schedules and budget; inspects quality of construction work and materials; coordinates final inspections with contractors and engineers; and facilitates project acceptance with other City departments or government agencies.
• Coordinates and participates in the programming phase of the project (planning & preliminary design/concepts); identifies user needs and requirements; confers with all appropriate parties to solicit input and feedback; supervises the development cost projections, engineering design and specifications, project budgets, and schedules; facilitates approval of project and final design; prepares project specifications and bid documents; reviews and evaluates bids; and provide direction/supervision to engineering and drafting technicians assigned to the project.
• Provides internal and public relations relative to capital projects; serves as a liaison to the public, property owners, media, other government agencies, and other City departments / officials regarding project planning, design and construction progress; responds to inquiries or complaints; consults with superintendents, directors and/or other officials to review status of projects, review/resolve problems, receive advice/direction, and provide recommendations; and prepares executive summaries and reports for presentation to City Council, Planning Commission, or other officials as requested.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil, Mechanical, or Structural Engineering; supplemented by three (3) years of engineering experience as a Professional Engineer, preferably in civil engineering. Must possess and maintain a license as a Professional Engineer by the Louisiana State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Registered engineers from another state shall have one (1) year to become certified within the State of Louisiana. Must possess a valid driver's license. Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana driver’s license at time of appointment and maintain throughout employment for this classification. May be required to obtain flood plain management certification.

Work Schedule: 40 hours per week; may work overtime, including holidays and weekends.

Accepting applications: May 27 – June 10, 2026, by 11:59 p.m. or the first 50 applications, whichever comes first

Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their previous training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification. Examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, a performance test or any combination thereof deemed necessary to adequately screen and rank applicants. Examination notices will be sent out via email with a testing date, time, and location if applicable. ** If you prefer to receive text messages regarding your application update, please include a current cell phone number on your application. **

Must include copies of driver’s license, diploma, GED, DD214, degree, etc. with application.

Civil Service Department Ph. [phone] or [phone] Fax [phone], Email: [e-mail]

The City of Alexandria is an Equal Opportunity Employer