Senior Civil Engineer (may underfill as Civil Engineer)

Waukesha County; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Pension plan with employer match

Employee wellness program

Job summary

The Senior Civil Engineer position at Waukesha County requires an experienced engineer to manage capital highway projects including design, construction oversight, and stakeholder coordination. Candidates need a bachelor's degree in civil engineering with four years of related experience and a Wisconsin PE license.

This role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health/dental/vision coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and an employee wellness program.

Work involves Monday to Friday in-office hours, focusing on public information and positive stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years professional civil engineering work experience.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Wisconsin or reciprocity eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with WisDOT and project stakeholders for highway projects.
• Develop specifications and cost estimates for engineering projects.
• Oversee consultant design for quality delivery.
• Conduct public meetings addressing public concerns.
• Manage multiple large and complex projects.

Skills

Advanced engineering computations

CADD and GIS proficiency

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering

Job description

SALARY RANGE

$44.82 - $62.22

WORK ASSIGNMENT DETAILS

We are seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to join our team in Waukesha County. In this role, you will perform advanced-level professional engineering work. You will function as a project manager and perform other duties as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Following the WisDOT Facilities Development Process, coordinate with WisDOT, resource agencies, and project stakeholders to deliver capital highway projects, including design, real estate acquisition, utility relocation, and construction.
• Coordinate with Waukesha County Highway Operations to provide engineering solutions for highway maintenance issues and support optimized highway asset management.
• Develop specifications, cost estimates, RFPs, and bid documents for complex engineering projects.
• Oversee consultant design to ensure quality on‑time and on‑budget delivery, including contracting and invoicing.
• Prepare and administer contracts, ensure specifications are met, and manage consultant field personnel.
• Supervise technical engineering staff and manage computerized highway asset management systems.
• Conduct public information meetings and hearings, responding to agency, public, and media concerns.
• Capital highway project needs identification, scoping, and capital plan development.
• Highway design and construction project management.
• Highway design and construction project controls (scope, cost, schedule, quality, risk, and communication).
• Oversight of consultant‑delivered traffic operations and engineering analysis, reports, and plan production.
• Proactive resolution of engineering risks and issues.

Key Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local statutes and regulations governing highway design and construction.
• Strong analytical skills to research and resolve engineering, scheduling, and contract issues.
• Proficient in advanced engineering computations and use of CADD, GIS, and other engineering applications.
• Proficient in project management, project controls, contract negotiations, and computerized engineering software.
• Knowledge and background with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation Facilities Development Manual and Processes.
• Knowledge and background with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and Wisconsin Department of Transportation’s Traffic Engineering, Operations and Safety Manual.
• Ability to manage multiple large and complex projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with various stakeholders.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Knowledge and background with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation Standard Construction Specifications and Construction and Materials Manual.

Minimum Training & Experience Requirements

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering, or a closely related field.
• Four (4) years of responsible, professional civil engineering work experience including the planning, design, and construction of highways and other transportation or soil and water conservation facilities.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Wisconsin, or in another state with license reciprocity and ability to achieve licensing in Wisconsin within the first 90 days of employment.

Work Schedule

In‑office Monday – Friday, 8am to 4:30pm (core hours).

Benefits

Waukesha County provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including excellent health/dental/vision, life insurance, generous paid time off (vacation, 10 holidays, 3 floating holidays, ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year), a pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, and an optional tax‑advantaged 457 retirement savings plan. Employees may earn performance‑based merit increases and non‑base performance awards. There is a balanced work‑life culture and an employee wellness program with an on‑site health & wellness clinic.

EEO Statement

Waukesha County is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in employment and adheres to all Federal, State, and County Equal Employment Opportunity laws, policies, plans, rules, regulations and ordinances. The County recognizes and accepts its important leadership role in providing for equal employment/service opportunities. It is the express policy of Waukesha County to promote equal employment opportunity among all who are employed by Waukesha County and who seek employment with Waukesha County.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. The County does not sponsor applicants for work visas.