Principal Engineer, Contract Management (Hybrid | $5K Sign-On)

City of Durham; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

City of Durham is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to support public works, utilities, storm water, and transportation projects. The role emphasizes planning, design, contract development, and coordination of multi‑modal solutions in a hybrid work setting with the option to work remotely up to 3 days per week.

Requirements include a BS in engineering, NC PE registration, 5 years of relevant experience, and a NC Driver’s License. ArcGIS knowledge and regulatory familiarity are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a directly related field.
• Five years of professional engineering experience in the area of assignment.
• North Carolina Professional Engineer Registration or equivalent as determined by the City.
• A valid North Carolina Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record acquired within a time frame established by the City.
• Knowledge of ArcGIS is preferred.
• Two years of experience in the design, review, construction, maintenance, and/or regulation of water, sanitary sewer, and roads.
• Knowledge of storm drainage calculations and standard engineering design requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manages projects, programs, and assigned department operations; develops and administers contracts; develops operational policies and procedures; establishes project and unit goals; develops project scope, budgets, and schedules; trains staff; improves safety and operational processes; and assists with preparing applications for and managing grants.
• Oversees data collection and analysis; conducts engineering studies; creates work plans and processes, identifying locations/areas requiring improvement; recommends and implements engineering and safety solutions; and tracks post‑implementation project progress and requirements.
• Performs field inspections and monitors operations to ensure compliance with safety and other applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Prepares, reviews, and analyzes engineering plans and bids, drawings, reports, contracts, agreements, presentations, specifications, request for proposals/qualifications, and other documentation; drafts ordinances and City Council communications; coordinates the review of and/or reviews design submittals from internal and external staff; develops technical specifications; and maintains records, logs, and databases.
• Assists with the coordination of and/or attends public meetings; provides technical expertise and consultation to City departments and external agencies; and provides training.
• Designs, implements, and evaluates special projects; may create drawings and plans as required.
• As assigned, an incumbent may serve as a lead worker, assigning work and monitoring work completion, or supervise paraprofessional and support staff, to include conducting performance evaluations; coordinating training; and implementing hiring, discipline, and termination procedures.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Five years of professional engineering experience

North Carolina Professional Engineer Registration or equivalent

Valid North Carolina Class C Driver’s License

ArcGIS knowledge

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

City of Durham is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to support public works, utilities, storm water, and transportation projects. The role emphasizes planning, design, contract development, and coordination of multi‑modal solutions in a hybrid work setting with the option to work remotely up to 3 days per week.

Requirements include a BS in engineering, NC PE registration, 5 years of relevant experience, and a NC Driver’s License. ArcGIS knowledge and regulatory familiarity are preferred.