Principal Engineer: Water & Stormwater Leadership

City of Bend; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Bend is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead the Water and Stormwater Team within the Engineering Department. This full-time, exempt role oversees planning, design, and delivery of critical water infrastructure projects required for Bend’s growth and reliability.

The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, manage staff and consultants, and coordinate with regulators and stakeholders to deliver projects safely and efficiently while delivering long-term community value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field.
• Six (6) to eight (8) years of progressively responsible engineering experience.
• Two (2) to three (3) years of supervisory or people management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and delivery of water and stormwater infrastructure capital improvement projects.
• Manage a portfolio of projects from early concept development through construction completion.
• Supervise, mentor, and support the professional growth of engineering staff and project team members.
• Coordinate with Water Services staff, consultants, contractors, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, scopes, risks, and performance outcomes.
• Review engineering plans, technical reports, specifications, and contract documents.
• Present project information, recommendations, and updates to City leadership, City Council, advisory groups, and the public.
• Oversee consultant selection, contract administration, procurement activities, and construction administration.
• Help establish infrastructure priorities and support long-range capital planning efforts.
• Respond to public inquiries and assist in resolving project-related concerns.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Leadership

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

The City of Bend is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead the Water and Stormwater Team within the Engineering Department. This full-time, exempt role oversees planning, design, and delivery of critical water infrastructure projects required for Bend’s growth and reliability.

The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, manage staff and consultants, and coordinate with regulators and stakeholders to deliver projects safely and efficiently while delivering long-term community value.