Utility Infrastructure Development Lead

Durham County Government; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 84,000 - 122,000; Full time

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Job summary

Durham County Government in North Carolina seeks a civil engineer to manage the review and approval of developer infrastructure projects for water and wastewater systems, ensuring compliance with county standards. The role supports the Utilities Division under the Senior Utility System Development Manager and aligns with public health objectives and Jordan Lake nutrient management strategies.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering, at least

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering.
• Three (3) years of direct municipal engineering experience with water/wastewater focus.
• North Carolina PE license preferred or licensure eligible.

Responsibilities

• Reviews developer water, reclaimed water, and wastewater plans for technical accuracy and compliance with standards.
• Coordinate with internal staff and external agencies to resolve design issues.
• Prepare detailed review comments, track revisions, and maintain documentation for approvals.
• Support capital improvement planning and budgeting for utility projects.

Skills

Water/wastewater infra

Engineering drawings interpretation

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Durham County Government in North Carolina seeks a civil engineer to manage the review and approval of developer infrastructure projects for water and wastewater systems, ensuring compliance with county standards. The role supports the Utilities Division under the Senior Utility System Development Manager and aligns with public health objectives and Jordan Lake nutrient management strategies.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering, at least