Senior Project Engineer

Construction Association of Michigan; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/retirement programs (10% PE)

457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan

Health Care Savings Plan

14 paid holidays

25 days paid time off

Parental leave 30 calendar days

Health, dental & vision insurance

Life insurance 2x salary

Long-term disability

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

The City of East Lansing is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead innovative municipal projects from concept through construction and operation. You will oversee water, sewer, streets, and traffic projects, manage asset plans, and coordinate environmental and right-of-way permits, while coordinating with cross-department staff and engaging residents and businesses.

Qualified candidates will have a civil engineering background with at least five years of progressive civil experience and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field.
• Five years of civil engineering experience in road, water and/or sewer design.
• Two years of project supervisory responsibility.
• Registration as Professional Engineer is desired.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of municipal projects (water, sewer, streets, traffic).
• Develop asset management plans and environmental/right-of-way permitting programs.
• Review site plans with cross-department staff and participate in complex development projects.
• Engage residents and businesses by clearly explaining projects and addressing concerns.

Skills

Project management

Civil engineering

Public works engineering

Public communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Are you an experienced project engineer looking to take the next step in your career? Does the idea of being involved in infrastructure projects from initial concept through final construction and future operation appeal to you? Then join the City of East Lansing as our Senior Project Engineer and lead innovative projects that will shape the future of this thriving Big-Ten university community!

SUMMARY:

Working as part of the Engineering Division, you will help lead a talented team in the development of internally and externally designed projects and operation of related municipal programs. You’ll be responsible for developing and executing a diverse range of projects (water, sewer, streets, traffic, etc.), asset management plans, studies, right of way permitting, environmental permitting and programs, and the related resident and business communication. You will also work with cross-departmental staff to help review site plans and participate in complex development projects. We value excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with the public, providing clear explanations of projects and solving problems that arise during construction.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

• Competitive salary with annual cost-of-living increases
• Retirement programs including a hybrid pension (10% employer contribution) and 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
• $1,000 annual employer contribution to a post-employment Health Care Savings Plan
• 14 paid holidays
• 25 days of paid time off
• 30 calendar days of paid parental leave for the birth, adoption, or placement of a child
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with affordable employee cost-sharing for medical coverage and City-paid dental and vision premiums
• Life insurance equal to 2x annual salary, with optional supplemental coverage, and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to use pre-tax dollars for out-of-pocket health and dependent care expenses
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering free counseling and support for employees and their families
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for qualifying federal student loans
• An ever-changing work environment! In the dynamic work of Public Works, each day presents new and exciting challenges that keep your work fresh, engaging, and stimulating.

ON-GOING AND UP-COMING PROJECTS:

East Lansing is a state-wide leader and known for its innovative approaches to engineer a better future. As an illustration of our commitment to progress, we've proudly implemented a groundbreaking large-scale biodigester at the Water Resource Recovery Facility, powering operations and drastically reducing energy costs through advanced engineering. Join our dynamic team and be prepared to play a significant role in an exciting lineup of projects similar to this:

• Wet-Weather Resiliency Master Planning: City-wide 2D Hydraulic and Hydrologic modeling and climate predictions to help design infrastructure to meet challenges of a changing climate.
• Harrison Road Bridge Deck Replacement over the Red Cedar River
• State Revolving Fund Sewer Projects including both the sewer collection system and the Water Resource Recovery Facility
• Traffic Signal Asset Management Plan
• Major and Local Road Reconstruction and Utility Projects

ABOUT US:

The City of East Lansing is committed to becoming a fully inclusive anti-racist place to live, work, visit and do business. We believe an organization functions at its highest ability when a shared culture that promotes accepting, respecting, and valuing differences that include attributes such as age, income, race, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender expression, sexual identity, ability, language, family circumstances and cultural backgrounds is fostered. We are seeking individuals who share our commitment to equity and inclusion and reflect the community we serve.

East Lansing, home to Michigan State University, is a dynamic community of nearly 50,000 people with historic neighborhoods and a vibrant downtown, and you will be part of the team that maintains and improves infrastructure. The Department of Public Works & Environmental Services (DPW) manages streets, sanitation, trees, water, sewer, and more, and staff are committed to making East Lansing a great place to live, study and work.

A bachelor’s degree with major course work in civil engineering or a related engineering discipline is required, and possession of, or ability to obtain registration as a Professional Engineer is desired. Work experience should include five years of increasingly responsible civil engineering experience in road, water and/or sewer design, including two years of project supervisory responsibility. Demonstrated project management skills, and excellent written and verbal communication skills are key.