Senior Assistant City Engineer - Public Works Leadership

City of Missouri City; Missouri City (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Missouri City is seeking an experienced Assistant City Engineer for the Public Works Department. This senior-level, full-time role directs engineering and maintenance activities for the city’s public infrastructure and CIP programs.

The position oversees design, inspection, construction, and development reviews, while managing staff, consultants, and contracts to ensure compliance with codes and budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible municipal engineering experience, including supervisory experience.
• Valid Texas Professional Engineer (P.E.) License is required.
• Preferred certifications include PTOE, CFM, AICP, PMP.

Responsibilities

• Directs, supervises, and reviews the work of engineering staff to accomplish operational plans and objectives.
• Plans and oversees engineering workflow, assigns projects and deadlines, and monitors staff productivity and performance.
• Reviews development projects for compliance with applicable City Codes, engineering standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinates and administers engineering development review processes including plats, permits, right-of-way documents, and easements.
• Conducts engineering and feasibility studies related to City infrastructure improvements and maintenance projects.
• Develops plans, specifications, cost estimates, bid documents, and contract documents for infrastructure and capital projects.
• Coordinates bid advertisements, evaluates bids, conducts pre-bid and pre-construction meetings, and prepares agenda items for contract awards.
• Manages consultants, contractors, and construction activities to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, schedules, and budgets.
• Inspects or oversees inspections of public and private infrastructure improvements for compliance with City standards and regulations.
• Reviews plans and specifications prepared by consulting engineers and architects for accuracy, completeness, and engineering compliance.
• Prepares and delivers reports, presentations, and agenda items for City Council, boards, commissions, and executive management.
• Develops and implements stormwater management and drainage programs, including MS4/NPDES/NFIP/CRS compliance.
• Provides engineering assistance and technical guidance regarding transportation systems, streets, drainage, traffic operations, utilities, and public facilities.
• Conducts field reviews and evaluations of traffic signal systems, drainage, and roadway infrastructure; recommends corrective actions.
• Responds to resident concerns and inquiries related to engineering and infrastructure matters.
• Maintains project documentation and coordinates with agencies, consultants, contractors, and utilities.
• Monitors regulations and best practices and recommends improvements.
• Serves on Emergency Management Team and participates in emergency response and recovery operations.
• Performs the duties of the City Engineer in their absence.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering

Five years municipal engineering experience

Texas Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Preferred certifications: PTOE, CFM, AICP, PMP

Job description

The City of Missouri City is seeking an experienced Assistant City Engineer for the Public Works Department. This senior-level, full-time role directs engineering and maintenance activities for the city’s public infrastructure and CIP programs.

The position oversees design, inspection, construction, and development reviews, while managing staff, consultants, and contracts to ensure compliance with codes and budgets.