Senior Town Engineer — Four‑Day Week Public Works Leader

Town of Dover; Dover (MA); On-site; USD 97,982 - 127,835; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Dover is seeking a senior-level Town Engineer to lead engineering operations in the newly formed Department of Public Works. This full-time, 35-hour-per-week role oversees design, bidding, and construction management of roads, drainage, water, municipal buildings, parks and cemeteries, and ensures MS4/NPDES compliance.

The successful candidate will review private development, guide staff at public meetings, manage contractors, and contribute to long-term capital planning and pavement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Civil Engineering required; Master's/MCPPO preferred.
• 5–7 years of experience, municipal or consulting engineering preferred.
• Massachusetts PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Valid MA driver's license and CORI certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead survey, design, and construction for public works projects.
• Oversee contractor and consultant performance.
• Ensure compliance with MS4/NPDES/CH.159 stormwater regulations.
• Review site development plans and provide technical expertise at public meetings.
• Support pavement management and long-term capital planning.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Master's in Civil Engineering or MCPPO

Job description

The Town of Dover is seeking a senior-level Town Engineer to lead engineering operations in the newly formed Department of Public Works. This full-time, 35-hour-per-week role oversees design, bidding, and construction management of roads, drainage, water, municipal buildings, parks and cemeteries, and ensures MS4/NPDES compliance.

The successful candidate will review private development, guide staff at public meetings, manage contractors, and contribute to long-term capital planning and pavement