Civil Engineer 2

Pierce County; Washington; Hybride; USD 90 000 - 140 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Pierce County is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to manage contracts for capital wastewater and utility projects, oversee design reviews, timelines, and cost estimates. The role involves coordinating with public stakeholders, contractors, and internal teams while using Bluebeam, Excel, CAD, and planning software.

Some field time may be required, with most work occurring remotely. Successful candidates will have an ABET-accredited civil engineering degree or equivalent, EIT certification, and at

Qualifications

• Registration as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) is required.
• Seven years of progressively responsible experience related to the position is required.
• A bachelor’s degree from an ABET accredited program in civil engineering, or a closely related field, may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis, up to four years.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• A resume and cover letter are required for this position.

Responsabilités

• Develops, administers, designs, and inspects capital improvement projects, which may include structures, culverts, retaining walls, traffic control devices, sanitary or storm sewer structures, water quality facilities, or other appurtenances.

Connaissances

Project management

Communication

Public coordination

Formation

ABET accredited civil engineering degree

Outils

Bluebeam

Excel

CAD

Planning software

Description du poste

Summary

In this role you will work on the Wastewater / Utilities team focusing on managing contracts for Capital projects to construct sewer infrastructure improvements, pump stations, expansion, and rehabilitation. You and the team will oversee all aspects of contracted projects from management oversight, submittal, design review, timeline management, cost review, and pay estimates. Much work will be organized on Bluebeam, Excel, CAD, and planning software while also updating the public facing project website to keep interested parties informed of project status. You will also often be speaking with the public, customers, contractors, and internal teams to coordinate positive results for Pierce County and its residents.

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

In this role you will work on the Wastewater / Utilities team focusing on managing contracts for Capital projects to construct sewer infrastructure improvements, pump stations, expansion, and rehabilitation. You and the team will oversee all aspects of contracted projects from management oversight, submittal, design review, timeline management, cost review, and pay estimates. Much work will be organized on Bluebeam, Excel, CAD, and planning software while also updating the public facing project website to keep interested parties informed of project status. You will also often be speaking with the public, customers, contractors, and internal teams to coordinate positive results for Pierce County and its residents.

Why It's a Great Department:

PPW stewards a healthy and vibrant community by collaboratively planning and investing in our people, infrastructure, systems, and policies. PPW’s team has more than 800 members that collaborate, innovate and inspire in performing essential services to the community. The department is responsible for the County road and levee systems, sewer systems, airports, ferries, building permits, environmental review, sustainability, community planning, and code enforcement - just to name a few!

Learn more about Planning and Public Works here.

How to be Successful in the Role:

Your success will ultimately come from the timely completion of capital projects through you and your team’s oversight. Excellent communication with public, contractors, and internal teams will ensure your success. While primarily remote, some work will require office and field time.

Your Future in this Role:

You will have access to professional development through robust online learning and other training opportunities throughout your career to ensure your success. This position has multiple career growth and promotional opportunities in Pierce County to build on a great career while directly impacting the communities in Pierce County.

Core Daily Responsibilities

• Develops, administers, designs, and inspects capital improvement projects, which may include structures, culverts, retaining walls, traffic control devices, sanitary or storm sewer structures, water quality enhancement facilities, or other appurtenances.
• Studies, analyzes, and prepares engineering-related reports as required by state, federal and local authorities. Presents findings orally or in writing to county staff, officials, or other agencies.
• Prepares and submits recommended mitigation to the Pierce County Environmental Official in the areas of traffic, slope stability, and stormwater runoff.
• Reviews projects for compliance with Critical Areas regulations and writes project conditions. Evaluates project impacts and reviews proposed mitigation.
• Prepares and reviews comprehensive engineering plans and cost estimates.
• Plans, coordinates, and manages development of systems for the County including administration of contracts and agreements with consultants.

A classification description with a more detailed list of essential functions can be found here.

Minimum Qualifications

• Registration as an Engineer-in-Training AND
• Seven years of progressively responsible experience related to the position is required.
• A bachelor’s degree from an ABET accredited program in civil engineering, or a closely related field, may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis, up to four years.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• A resume and cover letter are required for this position.

As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.

Our Recruitment Practices:

This is a competitive and meritorious selection process. Pierce County applications are reviewed by human hiring staff in accordance with the qualifications listed for the position. Pierce County understands applicants may use AI tools when preparing application materials. We recognize these tools can make the process easier; however, we ask that everything you submit genuinely reflects your own experience, skills, knowledge, and writing style.

During the interview process, you may be asked to demonstrate your skills, including writing and subject knowledge, and to speak to your experience in your own voice. Applicants should be prepared to respond to interview questions without relying on AI-generated responses or reading prepared answers from a screen. Any misrepresentation may result in disqualification or separation.

Applicants whose qualifications most closely align with the County’s needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status typically occurs within two to three weeks after the closing date. Some applicants may receive short notice to participate in additional selection steps, which may include assessments, phone screens, or interviews.

Upon offer, compensation is based on a range of job-related factors, including the requirements of the role, your skills and experience, and internal pay equity.

Our Welcoming Workplace Commitment:

Pierce County is committed to fostering a Welcoming Workplace where employees are supported, respected, and able to thrive. We believe a strong public workforce is representative of the community it serves and that fair and just access to opportunity strengthens public service.

Guided by the County Executive’s Forward Together mission, Pierce County works to build communities that are safe, welcoming, and connected. This same commitment shapes how we recruit, develop, and retain our employees. County employees make a direct and visible impact in the lives of residents every day, and we invite you to join us in helping keep Pierce County a place people are proud to call home.

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