City Engineer

Greater Reading Economic Partnership; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading city department is seeking a City Engineer to oversee the Engineering Division within Public Works. This role requires extensive experience in construction project management and municipal engineering. The City Engineer will supervise staff, coordinate projects, and collaborate with various departments to ensure compliance with city standards and successful project execution.

Qualifications

• Ten years of construction project management experience required.
• Three years of municipal engineering services experience necessary.
• Must hold a Professional Engineer license in Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction projects and oversee the Engineering Division.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards and regulations.
• Develop and manage the Engineering Division’s annual budget.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Expertise

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Compliance Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Pennsylvania

Master’s Degree preferred

Job description

DEPARTMENT/DIVISION OF: Public Works/Engineering

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

SCHEDULE: Full-time

SALARY: DOQ

Qualified, interested candidatesmust submit an application and current resume.

The City Engineer will oversee and manage the operations of the Engineering Division within the Public Works Department. This role is responsible for managing construction projects, ensuring compliance with City engineering standards, and providing technical expertise for municipal infrastructure. The position involves supervising staff, coordinating with contractors and consultants, developing budgets, and managing project funding.

Typical duties include but may not be limited to:

• Lead and manage the Engineering Division within the Public Works Department.
• Oversee assigned construction projects, ensuring adherence to City engineering standards for streets, curbs, sidewalks, bridges, signage, and traffic signals.
• Provide engineering expertise and recommendations to the Public Works Director and City Administration, as required by the City Ordinance.
• Supervise staff, contractors, and consultants, and ensure compliance with construction permit regulations.
• Collaborate with City Administration, Boards, Commissions, and Authorities to support departmental goals.
• Resolve daily engineering-related issues and make decisions to advance project progress.
• Develop and manage the Engineering Division’s annual budget, ensuring projects stay on schedule and within budget.
• Review land development plans for the Planning and Zoning department and participate in monthly Planning Commission meetings.
• Drafting and amending municipal ordinances related to Stormwater Management, Zoning, and Land Development (SALDO).
• Attend City Council meetings and present information as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Traffic Engineering, or a related field. Master’s preferred.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Pennsylvania.
• Minimum ten (10) years of construction project management experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience providing municipal engineering services for Boroughs, Townships, or Cities, including managing engineering programs and staff.