Senior Civil Engineer

Bexar County PA; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Bexar County Public Works is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to lead and perform complex civil engineering tasks in the public works arena. The role requires coordinating project designs with contractors, agencies, and the public, while ensuring compliance with traffic, drainage, and floodplain standards.

The position involves supervising Civil Engineers, Civil Engineering Assistants, and Engineering Technicians, preparing division budgets, and attending public meetings to discuss capital

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field; 6 years of civil engineering experience, incl. 2 years in lead/supervisory role.
• Texas Professional Engineer license.
• Valid Class C Texas driver’s license.
• Knowledge of traffic, roadway, drainage, and floodplain management.
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects and communicate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepares technical reports and reviews comments regarding engineering studies, construction plans, and specifications.
• Reviews land development design plans, studies, reports, and permits for compliance with codes and design standards.
• Reviews capital project design plans, project specifications, and cost estimates; attends review meetings and solves design problems.
• Coordinates development of project designs with contractors, utility companies, landowners, developers, governmental agencies and the public.
• Provides information regarding drainage/floodplain issues, stormwater permits, roadway plans, traffic studies/warrants, and subdivision platting.

Skills

Project management

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

## Senior Civil EngineerApplylocations: Bexar County Public Workstime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: August 19, 2026 (13 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR100967**Job Title**Senior Civil Engineer**Pay Rate Min to Mid Range**$86,964.00 - $106,530.00**Time Type**Full time**Summary****Duties and Responsibilities*** Prepares technical reports and reviews comments regarding engineering studies, construction plans, and specifications* Reviews land development design plans, studies, reports, and permits for compliance with the appropriate code and engineering design standards to recommend acceptance* Reviews capital project design plans, project specifications, and cost estimates; attends review meetings and identifies and solves design problems* Coordinates development of project designs with contractors, utility companies, landowners, developers, governmental agencies and the general public* Provides information regarding drainage/floodplain issues, stormwater permits, roadway plans, traffic studies/warrants, and subdivision platting to County personnel and the general public* Advises other Public Works sections on matters related to technical engineering issues* Ensures right-of-way is acquired and coordinates acquisition activities for capital projects* Attend public meetings to discuss capital projects, development projects, or other Public Works issues* Conducts field investigations to evaluate engineering challenges and recommend solutions related to development, traffic/transportation, roadway, drainage/floodplain/stormwater, and construction* Supervises Civil Engineers, Civil Engineering Assistants, and Engineering Technicians* Assists with the preparation of the division budget* Performs related duties as required**Minimum Qualifications*** Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related engineering discipline; six (6) years of civil engineering experience including two (2) years in a lead or supervisory capacity; or an equivalent combination of education and experience* Must be a Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas Must have a valid Class C Texas driver’s license* Considerable knowledge of civil engineering practices and procedures involving traffic, roadway, drainage, and bridge plan design and/or floodplain management* Skill in managing multiple projects simultaneously* Ability to supervise technical and skilled employees; ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders such as other staff, constituents, developers, and contractors, both verbally and in writing; ability to operate personal computer, peripherals, cellular phone and basic office equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, Elected/Appointed Officials, outside agencies, the news media and the public* Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance* Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test* May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek**Working With Bexar County**Bexar County offers employees a competitive salary, retirement, and benefits. Many employee benefits are available to an employee’s spouse/plus one qualifying adult and dependent child(ren). Employee benefits are strategically designed to support an employee and family, work/life balance.Employee Benefits | Bexar County, TX - Official Website*Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.**We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.*