Public Works Engineer I — Project & Team Lead (P.E.)

Gfoat; San Antonio, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

City of San Antonio is seeking a professional to supervise an Engineering section, overseeing design, construction, and maintenance of principal public works projects. The role requires PE licensure in TX or eligibility to obtain within 6 months, plus strong budget and consultant coordination skills.

The position is office-based with standard business hours, supervising staff and coordinating with other city departments on technical engineering matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited college, university, or engineering school approved by a State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.
• Four (4) years' experience in engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Texas OR Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) from another state with the ability to obtain a P.E. license in the State of Texas within 6 months of employment.
• Valid Class 'C' Texas driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Supervises professional, technical, and other employees in the development, design, construction, and maintenance of principal public works projects.
• Reviews design plans, project specifications, and cost estimates; attends review meetings; and identifies and solves design problems.
• Approves plans and specifications for construction contracts.
• Advises other City departments on matters related to technical engineering issues.
• Requests and evaluates consultant fee proposals; monitors and approves compensation for professional engineering services.
• Reviews bid packages prepared by consultants.
• Attends pre-bid conferences; analyzes bid results; makes recommendations on accepting/rejecting bids.
• Assists with budget preparation.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Skills

Staff supervision

Engineering supervision

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

City of San Antonio is seeking a professional to supervise an Engineering section, overseeing design, construction, and maintenance of principal public works projects. The role requires PE licensure in TX or eligibility to obtain within 6 months, plus strong budget and consultant coordination skills.

The position is office-based with standard business hours, supervising staff and coordinating with other city departments on technical engineering matters.