Senior Civil Engineer

Personna Employment Solutions; Pasco (WA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Personna Employment Solutions in Pasco, Washington, seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to lead planning, design, and delivery of public works and CIP projects. The role collaborates with public agencies, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders to advance infrastructure improvements.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in civil engineering with PE licensure or reciprocity within 6 months, and a strong background in municipal infrastructure, water/wastewater, and transportation systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
• Seven (7)+ years of progressively responsible engineering experience, including professional-level project responsibilities.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain reciprocity within six (6) months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and delivery of complex public works and infrastructure projects.
• Manage capital improvement projects from concept development through construction and project closeout.
• Prepare and review engineering plans, specifications, cost estimates, bid packages, and contract documents.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, utility providers, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, procurement activities, permitting efforts, and construction administration.
• Review engineering studies, technical reports, and infrastructure assessments.
• Support long-range infrastructure planning, asset management, and capital investment strategies.
• Ensure compliance with applicable engineering standards, environmental regulations, and public agency requirements.
• Participate in development review, utility coordination, and infrastructure planning initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering staff and project teams as needed.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Public Works

Capital Improvement Programs

Infrastructure Planning

Project Management

Water Systems

Wastewater Systems

Stormwater Engineering

Transportation Engineering

Traffic Engineering

Asset Management

Regulatory Compliance

Public Agency Coordination

Consultant Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Personna Employment Solutions | Pasco, Washington (Hybrid)

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Civil Engineer to lead the planning, design, and delivery of complex public infrastructure and capital improvement projects that directly impact community growth, public safety, economic development, and quality of life.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a civil engineering professional with experience in municipal infrastructure, water and wastewater systems, transportation, traffic engineering, stormwater management, or public works projects to play a key leadership role in a rapidly growing community.

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will serve as a Project Engineer and trusted technical leader, overseeing projects from concept through construction while collaborating with public agencies, consultants, contractors, utility providers, regulatory agencies, developers, and community stakeholders.

The Opportunity

This position supports a robust Capital Improvement Program (CIP) focused on delivering essential infrastructure projects that serve current and future community needs.

Typical Projects Include:

• Roadway & Transportation Improvements
• Water Distribution Systems
• Wastewater Collection & Treatment Facilities
• Stormwater Infrastructure
• Traffic & Mobility Enhancements
• Utility Infrastructure Upgrades
• Public Facilities & Community Capital Projects
• Long-Range Infrastructure Planning Initiatives

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and delivery of complex public works and infrastructure projects.
• Manage capital improvement projects from concept development through construction and project closeout.
• Prepare and review engineering plans, specifications, cost estimates, bid packages, and contract documents.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, utility providers, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, procurement activities, permitting efforts, and construction administration.
• Review engineering studies, technical reports, and infrastructure assessments.
• Support long-range infrastructure planning, asset management, and capital investment strategies.
• Ensure compliance with applicable engineering standards, environmental regulations, and public agency requirements.
• Participate in development review, utility coordination, and infrastructure planning initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering staff and project teams as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
• Seven (7)+ years of progressively responsible engineering experience, including professional-level project responsibilities.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain reciprocity within six (6) months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting public works engineering, municipal infrastructure, capital improvement programs, and local government operations.
• Experience managing public agency infrastructure projects and consultant teams.
• Background in water, wastewater, transportation, traffic, stormwater, or utility engineering.
• Familiarity with public procurement, grant-funded projects, environmental compliance, and regulatory permitting.
• Experience collaborating with elected officials, public agencies, developers, consultants, and community stakeholders.

Ideal Backgrounds

• City or County Public Works
• Water & Wastewater Utilities
• Public Utility Districts (PUDs)
• Infrastructure & Capital Projects
• Community Development & Public Infrastructure Planning

Core Competencies

Civil Engineering | Public Works | Capital Improvement Programs (CIP) | Infrastructure Planning | Project Management | Water Systems | Wastewater Systems | Stormwater Engineering | Transportation Engineering | Traffic Engineering | Utility Infrastructure | Construction Administration | Development Review | Asset Management | Regulatory Compliance | Public Agency Coordination | Consultant Management

Why Join Us?

This is more than an engineering role—it's an opportunity to help build and maintain the infrastructure that communities rely on every day. You'll play a critical role in delivering projects that improve transportation, utilities, environmental sustainability, public safety, and economic growth while helping shape the future of a thriving region.

If you're looking for a highly visible engineering leadership opportunity where your work will have a lasting impact, we'd love to connect with you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process for qualified individuals with disabilities.