Senior Civil Engineer – Capital Projects Leader

City of Pasadena; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Pasadena is seeking a Principal Engineer (Civil) to supervise and manage a section of engineers and staff within the Department of Public Works. This hands-on leader will drive capital improvement programs from design through construction and ensure projects meet schedule, budget, and quality targets.

The ideal candidate brings substantial design and construction management experience on municipal CIP projects, strong analytical skills, and the ability to mentor staff and coordinate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
• Four years of professional experience in engineering, design, field surveying, engineering inspection; civil design and construction experience preferred.
• Two years of supervisory experience; and
• Must have a valid Certificate of Registration as Professional Engineer issued by the State of California.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, directs and reviews the work of professional and para‑professional engineering teams in the preparation of engineering plans, specifications, designs, cost estimates.
• Serves as project manager or project engineer on capital improvement projects.
• Oversees transportation, street, sewer and stormwater improvement projects from inception to completion, including planning, design and construction phases.
• Prepares descriptions; defines job scope; prepares cost estimates; develops schedules, procedures and time lines.
• Reviews purchase requisitions and purchases; confers with other professional and technical staff.
• Coordinates work with other City departments, outside agencies, contractors and consultants.
• Ensures compliance with technical and legal requirements.
• Participates in the selection of consultants and contractors; reviews consultant proposals and contractor bids.
• Provides engineering services and consultation to a variety of field and office personnel.
• Performs and/or reviews difficult engineering work, highly specialized design, research, and analysis.
• Prepares and/or reviews a variety of documents and reports including agenda and project reports.
• Prepares and/or reviews complex grant applications for project funding from various governmental agencies.
• Participates in the development and administration of the Capital Improvement Program and Operating division budget and monitors project expenditures.
• Supervises and evaluates the work performance of subordinate personnel.
• Administers discipline to subordinates.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with contractors, vendors, outside agencies, the public and City staff; represents the City at public and joint department meetings; makes presentations; and,
• Research new materials and techniques and monitors current developments in engineering.

Skills

Staff supervision

Budget development

Capital improvement projects

Contract administration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Four years engineering experience

Two years supervisory experience

Professional Engineer (CA) license

Job description

The City of Pasadena is seeking a Principal Engineer (Civil) to supervise and manage a section of engineers and staff within the Department of Public Works. This hands-on leader will drive capital improvement programs from design through construction and ensure projects meet schedule, budget, and quality targets.

The ideal candidate brings substantial design and construction management experience on municipal CIP projects, strong analytical skills, and the ability to mentor staff and coordinate