Civil Engineer I

City of Goose Creek; Shannon Park (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SC Retirement System pension

401(k)/457(b) plans

Employee health insurance premium paid

14 paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation

Parental leave (maternal and paternal)

Tuition assistance

Homebuyers assistance

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

City of Goose Creek is seeking a Civil Engineer to lead engineering services for Public Works projects. You will work alongside the Director of Public Works to turn plans into visible infrastructure improvements for the community.

The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving to support city growth and safe, resilient infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• SC Class A Water Distribution Systems Operator License within 5 years of hire.
• Valid South Carolina driver's license within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering design, scheduling, inspection, and project management for Public Works projects.
• Review development plans to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Administer and enforce project contracts and assist with dispute resolution.
• Inspect water systems, storm drainage infrastructure, and building structures.
• Respond to public inquiries and citizen concerns with clear communication.

Skills

Public works engineering

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

• Location 200 Button Hall Avenue,Goose Creek, SC, 29445,United States
• Base Pay $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 / Year
• Other Compensation South Carolina State Retirement, optional 401(k) or 457(b) retirement plans
• Job Category Full Time, Public Works, Engineer
• Industry Civil Engineer, Local Government
• Employee Type FT Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Manage Others No

Description

Why Join Our Team?

Play a key role in shaping the City's growth and future by helping lead engineering services, oversee important projects, and ensure our infrastructure continues to meet the needs of our community. Working alongside the Director of Public Works, this individual helps turn ideas and plans into real improvements that residents can see and enjoy.

This role offers a variety of opportunities to lead, collaborate, and make a meaningful impact. We are looking for someone who enjoys problem-solving, values teamwork, brings strong leadership skills, and takes pride in helping build a better community.

Perks of Working for the City:

• Unparalleled work-life balance
• Frequent and competitive cost of living adjustments
• Retirement pension through the South Carolina Retirement System
• Employee health insurance premium paid for by the City
• Other benefits include 14 paid holidays, paid sick, vacation, and parental leave (maternal and paternal), tuition assistance, homebuyers assistance, employee wellness programs and 401(k)/457 plans

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provide engineering design, scheduling, inspection, and project management for Public Works projects.
• Support special projects and provide engineering consultation to other City departments as needed.
• Review engineering plans for new development projects to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Administer and enforce project contracts and assist with dispute resolution.
• Inspect water systems, storm drainage infrastructure, and building structures.
• Respond to public inquiries, requests for assistance, and citizen concerns through both written and verbal communication.
• Review preliminary budget submissions to ensure compliance with departmental goals and established guidelines.
• Attend City Council meetings and workshops as needed.
• Maintain awareness of federal and state regulations as they apply to various areas within the Public Works Department; assist in implementing new policies and procedures as needed.
• Serve as a liaison between the City, governmental agencies, consultants, developers, and private organizations.
• Analyze technical information and prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Ability to obtain SC Class "A" Water Distribution Systems Operator License within 5 year(s) of date of hire.
• Must possess or obtain a valid South Carolina driver's license within 90 days of employment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of public works engineering principles, practices, and project management.
• Knowledge of construction estimating, surveying, infrastructure design, and engineering standards.
• Knowledge of personnel management and supervision.
• Working knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing public infrastructure, utilities, transportation systems, construction activities, environmental compliance, workplace safety, and community development including but not limited to:

• OSHA
• SCDES
• State and Federal water, stormwater and solid waste rules and regulations
• Manual on Uniform Traffic Devices
• American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials Standards,
• International Building Codes
• SCDOT Design and Construction Standards
• Community Appearance and Sanitation Codes

• Ability to develop and implement short and long-term organizational plans.
• Ability to prepare, manage, and monitor departmental budgets.
• Knowledge of infrastructure maintenance programs and related recordkeeping requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public, contractors, consultants, elected officials, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to remain professional while resolving difficult customer concerns and complex situations.
• Knowledge of department policies and procedures.
• Skill in oral and written communication

SAFETY

Safety is our top priority. Employees are expected to follow all safety procedures and regulations established by the Department, the City, and all applicable State and Federal agencies. Any safety concerns must be reported to a supervisor immediately.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in both office and field settings. This position regularly requires visits to construction sites, utility infrastructure, drainage facilities, and other project locations. The employee may be exposed to varying weather conditions, construction activities, moving equipment, uneven terrain, traffic, and other field-related hazards. Appropriate personal protective equipment may be required depending on the work being performed. Based on and consistent with the original work environment requirements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position requires the ability to balance, climb, crawl, crouch, feel, grasp, handle, hear, kneel, lift, pull, push, reach, perform repetitive motions, speak, stand, stoop, walk, and maintain visual acuity and mental focus while performing assigned duties.

MENTAL DEMANDS

Frequently requires problem-solving, analysis of technical information, managing multiple projects simultaneously, working closely with others, responding to changing priorities, meeting deadlines, making decisions involving engineering and operational impacts and communicating effectively with a variety of stakeholders.

REASONABLE ACCOMODATION

The City of Goose Creek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were written out in this job description.

The City reserves the right to revise this position description at any time.