Lead Engineer, Environmental Engineer, Civil Engineering

The purpose of this position is to provide design, development, and execution of water-works improvement projects through detailed design, calculations, cost estimates, and preparation of plans, specifications, and contract documents. The Engineer will coordinate and manage the engineering and construction activities between Water One, external utilities, engineering firms, developers, and governmental agencies at the city, county, state, and federal levels. This role provides construction management, field investigations, site inspections, and oversight of consulting engineers to ensure the successful delivery of projects.

They offer technical consulting services to other divisions, adapting techniques to solve complex problems. This position is a fully competent Professional Engineer responsible for managing all aspects of water works improvement projects independently with minimal supervision.

In addition to project management responsibilities, the Lead Engineer will supervise and mentor engineering staff, providing guidance on technical matters and ensuring the successful execution of projects. Duties include reviewing work, offering feedback, and assisting in the development of staff skills.

While both Facilities Engineering and Distribution Engineering share core responsibilities, the focus differs. Facilities Engineering involves water treatment, pumping, storage, and facility improvements, requiring coordination with internal teams and regulatory agencies. While Distribution Engineering focuses on water distribution and transmission systems, requiring coordination with external utilities, developers, and public works entities.

The pay range for this position is $130,608/yr - $182,329/yr. Compensation for the selected candidate will depend on candidate qualifications and experience as related to the position requirements.

Lead Engineer 9/30/26 Summary/Objective

The purpose of this position is to provide design, development, and execution of water-works improvement projects through detailed design, calculations, cost estimates, and preparation of plans, specifications, and contract documents. The Engineer will coordinate and manage the engineering and construction activities between Water One, external utilities, engineering firms, developers, and governmental agencies at the city, county, state, and federal levels. This role provides construction management, field investigations, site inspections, and oversight of consulting engineers to ensure the successful delivery of projects.

They offer technical consulting services to other divisions, adapting techniques to solve complex problems. This position is a fully competent Professional Engineer responsible for managing all aspects of water works improvement projects independently with minimal supervision.

In addition to project management responsibilities, the Lead Engineer will supervise and mentor engineering staff, providing guidance on technical matters and ensuring the successful execution of projects. Duties include reviewing work, offering feedback, and assisting in the development of staff skills.

While both Facilities Engineering and Distribution Engineering share core responsibilities, the focus differs. Facilities Engineering involves water treatment, pumping, storage, and facility improvements, requiring coordination with internal teams and regulatory agencies. While Distribution Engineering focuses on water distribution and transmission systems, requiring coordination with external utilities, developers, and public works entities.

The pay range for this position is $130,608/yr - $182,329/yr. Compensation for the selected candidate will depend on candidate qualifications and experience as related to the position requirements.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Manages projects, including design, plans and specifications, cost estimates, easement acquisition, bidding, construction, schedules, and pay estimates.
• Ensures projects comply with Water One, industry, and regulatory standards and include accurate engineering plans and oversight.
• Reviews municipal capital improvement plans and evaluates impacts on Water One facilities.
• Monitors compliance with the Comprehensive Master Plan, Annual Capital Budget, Water One T&D budget, and cost estimates.
• Ensures projects meet schedules and priorities.
• Develops project estimates and projections, including asset management,…