Civil Engineer - Water​/Wastewater

The Civil Engineer I performs professional engineering and project management for water and wastewater projects. Provide expertise and lead a team of individuals in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of transmission, distribution, and pumping systems. Provide technical knowledge in hydraulics, internal design, and constructability reviews.

The salary range for this position is $94,093.79 - $ annually with a hiring range of $94,093.79 - $, depending on qualifications and experience.
This opportunity will be open until filled.

A current resume is required, and a cover letter is preferred.

Are you an early-career Civil Engineer looking to grow your expertise in water and wastewater infrastructure
? Do you have experience with underground utilities and a desire to manage real capital projects — not just sit behind a desk? If you have 4+ years of relevant experience and are on track to obtain your PE license within a year
, we want to hear from you! This is a unique opportunity to apply your technical skills in any municipal engineering environment, where you'll be exposed to the full project lifecycle — from planning and design through construction and final delivery. As part of our collaborative team, you'll take on meaningful work that directly benefits public health and community resilience.

• Manage 1–2 capital improvement projects, supporting planning, design, bidding, and construction phases
• Assist in reviewing engineering designs and coordinating with consulting firms
• Oversee construction activities, ensuring work aligns with specifications, budgets, and timelines
• Perform field visits and inspections to support design and construction progress
• Prepare bid documents and assist in evaluating proposals
• Work with senior engineers and project managers to gain increasing responsibility and autonomy over time

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Minimum 4 years of experience in civil engineering with a focus on water/wastewater projects
• Be a current PE holder or have the ability to obtain a PE license within one year of hire
• Strong understanding of underground infrastructure, pumping systems, or distribution/collection networks
• Comfortable working in the field as well as the office
• Eager to grow into a more advanced project management role over time
• Mechanical engineers with relevant experience are also encouraged to apply

• Impactful work – You’ll directly contribute to projects that protect public health and improve community infrastructure
• Growth-focused – Get hands‑on experience and mentorship with a clear path to increasing responsibility
• Work‑life balance – Enjoy a supportive environment without the pressures of billable hours
• Full project exposure – From early design to construction, see your work through to completion

• Coordinate and manage water and wastewater capital projects with other City staff, local, state, and federal governmental agencies, engineers, contractors, and the public in order to sustain or enhance service levels to the public.
• Prepare Request for Proposals (RFP's) and then select, administer and manage contracts for and reviews the design of capital projects by consultants from conceptual studies to final design.
• Negotiate utility easements with property owners.
• Manage the bidding process for construction projects according to City policies and procedures.
• Procure contractors and provide construction management oversight, including construction inspection services, for water and wastewater projects.
• Manage construction contracts to ensure budget, contract and schedule compliance.
• Advise the City regarding unforeseen construction problems and negotiates change orders with contractors.
• Supervise and ensure completion of as‑built construction plans by contractors and consultants.
• Prepare purchase order and other project correspondence, review and approve contractor pay estimates.
• Complete the Project Management tasks listed above with significant input and assistance from the Senior Civil Engineer.
• May manage projects and help to coordinate…