County Chief Engineer: Public Works & Infrastructure

UINTAH COUNTY; Vernal (UT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Robust retirement plans

Various supplemental insurance options

Employee Assistance Program

Perks program

Uintah County award-winning wellness

Job summary

Uintah County in Vernal, Utah seeks a Chief County Engineer to lead the county's civil engineering programs and oversee infrastructure projects from concept to completion. The role ensures code compliance, manages budgets, and coordinates with Roads, Facilities, and Purchasing to advance capital improvement plans and public safety standards.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, have at least two years of progressive public works experience, and possess or obtain Utah PE

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field plus at least two years in civil/municipal public works.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning and execution of public works projects from inception to completion.
• Review private development plans for code compliance and provide engineering guidance to departments.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field

Job description

Uintah County in Vernal, Utah seeks a Chief County Engineer to lead the county's civil engineering programs and oversee infrastructure projects from concept to completion. The role ensures code compliance, manages budgets, and coordinates with Roads, Facilities, and Purchasing to advance capital improvement plans and public safety standards.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, have at least two years of progressive public works experience, and possess or obtain Utah PE