Civil Engineer - Water

Clark Public Utilities; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 104,620 - 147,129; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Paid leave and holidays

Retirement plans

Job summary

A municipal utility company in Vancouver is seeking a Civil Engineer to manage water utility design and construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and experience in managing water systems. Responsibilities include overseeing construction and compliance with utility standards, with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits provided.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer in the State of Washington preferred.
• Minimum four years of progressive work experience preferred.
• Knowledge of potable water systems required.

Responsibilities

• Manage specialized consultants and internal design staff.
• Lead the review of private development projects.
• Provide support to water operations staff.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Organizational skills

Collaboration

MS Office Suite

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

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This full-time position reports to the Engineering Manager - Water and is located at the Ed Fischer Operations Center, 8600 NE 117th Avenue, Vancouver, WA 98662.

WHAT YOU WOULD DO:

• Manage specialized consultants and internal design staff in the preparation of plans and specifications for water utility design and construction projects
• Lead the review of private development projects ensuring compliance with utility standards
• Manage multiple projects related to the production, distribution, treatment and storage of potable water
• Coordinate major road construction projects with the County, State and other local jurisdictions
• Obtain necessary permits for capital and development projects
• Provide support to water operations staff in the day-to-day operations of the water utility
• Assist in the acquisition of properties for future facilities
• Review and prepare plan sets, specifications and bid documents
• Work with the Utility’s construction manager and inspectors to resolve major issues during construction
• Participate in staff meetings
• Report regularly on construction and planning activities
• Manage issues and agreements that may affect the Water Utility
• Attend educational utility conferences
• Take part in on-call duties working after hours and on weekends

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or related field required
• Professional Engineer in the State of Washington and registered as qualified Civil Engineering with minimum four years’ progressive work experience preferred
• Additional studies in hydraulics, modeling software and construction management preferred
• Experience in design of distribution and transmission mains and subdivisions preferred
• Knowledge of potable water transmission/distribution systems, storage, pumping, and control systems
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent organizational skills including ability to work effectively in self-directed environment
• Ability to work collaboratively with key business stakeholders to address common goals
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Strong written and oral communication skills with ability to articulate complicated subject matter

BENEFITS:

Employees and dependents are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance and disability insurance. Employees are enrolled in Washington State PERS and may enroll in deferred compensation plans.Employees will also receive eight hours of vacation leave and sick leave every month and twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year.

SALARY:

Salary ranges are market based and established annually.With full competency in the role and satisfactory performance, the target salary is midpoint within the established range.

2025 Civil Engineer-Water:Minimum:$104,620Midpoint:$125,874Maximum:$147,129

HOW TO APPLY:

Please send your resume with a cover letter via email to [e-mail] may also be sent to Clark Public Utilities, Human Resources Department, P.O. BOX 8900, Vancouver, WA 98668.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Clark Public Utilities, we are committed to being a place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, to stay and do their best work.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Utilities

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