Engineer – Civil & Site Development

Milwaukee County; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Milwaukee County is seeking an Engineer – Civil & Site Development within the Department of Administrative Services in Milwaukee, WI. The Principal Civil Engineer will provide civil, environmental, and structural planning and design services for Public Works projects and manage field surveys and construction coordination.

The role requires leading projects, coordinating with consultants and contractors, and delivering projects per the Capital Budget with day-to-day civil engineering support

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Architectural/Construction Engineering or similar.
• Wisconsin resident.
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license during application and maintained throughout employment.
• At least 1 year of Civil, Architectural, or Construction Engineering-related experience.
• Intermediate knowledge of word processing and spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Perform field work including surveying and construction coordination for civil engineering projects.
• Prepare engineering designs, studies, estimates, and reports using AutoCAD Civil 3D; develop plans, drawings, specs, and cost estimates.
• Lead project meetings and manage design and construction with consultants and contractors.
• Run bid processes and award contracts following Federal, State, and County requirements.
• Support day-to-day civil engineering services to customer departments and Capital Budget projects.

Skills

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Survey software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Architectural/Construction Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD design software

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Survey equipment software

Job description

Closing Date: 11/5/2026

Engineer – Civil & Site Development

Department of Administrative Services

Pay Range: $40.40 – $60.60

Job Summary

The Principal Civil Engineer provides technical engineering services within the Civil and Site Development Engineering Unit. Provide civil, municipal, environmental, and structural engineering planning and design services for various Public Works projects, including field work for surveying and construction coordination. Provide project management services for projects designed by outside consultants. Manage annual programs such as asphalt assessments, sanitary sewer inspections and repairs, etc. Independently lead projects, work as part of a team, and provide support to Sr Engineers and Construction Coordinators. The primary purpose is to implement projects approved in the Capital Budget and to provide day-to-day civil engineering services to customer departments, including fieldwork.

Essential Duties

• Perform field work including surveying and construction coordination for a variety of civil engineering projects.
• Prepare engineering designs, studies, estimates, and reports using engineering tools such as AutoCAD Civil 3D. Prepare and check the development of complete plans, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for the construction, alteration, or maintenance of Milwaukee County facilities including roads, bridges, underground utilities, buildings, parking facilities, and various site development activities. Prepare plan sets including drawings and specifications for bidding. Run bid processes and award contracts following Federal, State, and County requirements. Effectively communicate complex engineering concepts to stakeholders.
• Use project management best practices to coordinate design and construction projects with consultants and contractors, including the consultant selection process; review consultant plans and reports; lead project meetings; supply information to project stakeholders. Utilize the department standard project management software to keep project information flow up to date; provide timely communication and reporting to customers and management. Ensure delivery on customer priorities through effective project reporting and communications to support ongoing initiatives and schedule.
• To undertake special studies, investigations and comprehensive reports in the field of civil, structural and environmental engineering. Perform such other duties as may be assigned, such as preparing Requests for Proposals, selecting and hiring consultants, managing consultants, reviewing outside agency and private development impacts on County facilities, etc.
• Complete sanitary sewer facilities inspections with internal staff and/or consultants. Maintain inspection and condition documentation. Prepare and administer contracts for repair of deficiencies found during inspections.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability and willingness to expand surveying and construction coordination experiences for a variety of civil engineering projects.
• Must be a current resident of Wisconsin.
• Valid WI Driver’sLicense during application and maintained throughout employment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil/Architectural/Construction) or similar
• At least one (1) year of experience in Civil, Architectural, or Construction Engineering-related work.
• Intermediate knowledge of all related computer and software applications, such as word processing and spreadsheets.
• Intermediate knowledge of survey equipment Software
• Knowledge of AutoCAD design software

Preferred Qualifications

• Public works infrastructure project experience a plus

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Survey knowledge with GPS and total station.
• Ability to complete construction inspections for a variety of civil engineering projects in the field that require access to various terrain such as drainage ditches and embankment slopes.
• Ability to use Survey and Computer-Aided Drafting systems for design and plan production.
• Knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of civil/construction/architectural engineering.
• Use of Word and Excel programs

DAS Equity Statement

DAS is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that is demographically and racially representative of Milwaukee County residents. DAS leadership is committed to honoring diverse experiences, perspectives, and unique identities, while fostering work environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

Must be able to work in all Milwaukee County facilities, including secured detention/high-security facilities, and work in areas with sensitive information and assets. Applicants must successfully undergo a criminal history background check to establish security clearance for Milwaukee County facilities and maintain this clearance throughout employment

APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION