Principal Engineer — Lead Public Infrastructure Projects

Talentify; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory medical coverage

Fully paid dental benefits

Dual pension program

Paid time off

5% pay range boost for West Allisres

Job summary

City of West Allis is seeking an experienced Principal Engineer to lead design and delivery of critical infrastructure projects for our community. You will plan, design, and oversee construction of streets, sewers, water mains, bridges, buildings, parks, trails, and utilities to meet standards.

This leadership role monitors budgets and cost analyses, administers special assessments, and ensures successful implementation through field inspections and coordination with contractors and City staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Professional Engineer license preferred but can be obtained within a year.
• 3–5 years of engineering design, field inspection and project management experience, preferably in local municipal government.
• Proficiency with CAD and GIS software; strong MS Office and math skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan and coordinate construction for DPW projects, including progress and QA as needed.
• Coordinate surveying with the City Surveyor for CIP projects.
• Advise DPW on means and methods of construction.
• Perform and supervise construction inspection for CIP and other projects.
• Supervise private utility inspection and permitting with engineering staff.
• Coordinate construction with other City departments.
• Prepare ordinances, resolutions, reports and records.
• Plan and coordinate consultants’ work for public utilities.
• Respond to public inquiries and complaints regarding construction activities.
• Respond to traffic-related inquiries and complaints.

Skills

CAD

GIS

Public works knowledge

Microsoft Office

English writing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer License (preferred)

Tools

CAD

GIS

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

City of West Allis is seeking an experienced Principal Engineer to lead design and delivery of critical infrastructure projects for our community. You will plan, design, and oversee construction of streets, sewers, water mains, bridges, buildings, parks, trails, and utilities to meet standards.

This leadership role monitors budgets and cost analyses, administers special assessments, and ensures successful implementation through field inspections and coordination with contractors and City staff.