Municipal Civil Engineer – Transportation & Utilities

City-of-Portage; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 81,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Potential for advancement

Job summary

City of Portage in Portage, MI is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to join the Transportation and Utilities team. The role centers on coordinating engineering activities, reviewing private development plans, inspecting construction sites, and managing contracts with consultants to ensure quality and compliance.

The ideal candidate holds a civil engineering degree, five years of experience, and a Michigan Professional Engineer license, with a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering is required.
• Five years of civil engineering experience or equivalent.
• Valid State of Michigan Driver’s License.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Michigan.
• Knowledge of municipal civil engineering design and construction.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement engineering activities, designs, and plan reviews for private development projects.
• Review site plans and plats to ensure compliance with laws and engineering standards for water, sewer, and drainage.
• Inspect development sites to monitor progress and manage contracts with consultants as requested.
• Perform stormwater management and erosion reviews for projects.
• Coordinate record keeping, scheduling, pay estimates, surveying and inspections.

Skills

Civil engineering knowledge

Project coordination

Construction oversight

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Job description

City of Portage in Portage, MI is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to join the Transportation and Utilities team. The role centers on coordinating engineering activities, reviewing private development plans, inspecting construction sites, and managing contracts with consultants to ensure quality and compliance.

The ideal candidate holds a civil engineering degree, five years of experience, and a Michigan Professional Engineer license, with a competitive salary and excellent benefits.