Civil Engineer Manager (Hydraulic)

Are you ready to lead engineering work that helps protect communities and the natural resources they depend on? Join the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) as a Civil Engineer Manager and take on a leadership role that strengthens environmental protection across the Southcentral Region. In this position, you will guide dedicated staff who oversee important work involving waterways, wetlands, and dam safety.

Your leadership will support strong reviews, safe project planning, and clear communication with partners and communities. Do not miss this opportunity to use your engineering skills to support responsible development and lasting environmental stewardship!

This position leads the Dam Safety, Waterways, and Wetlands Section and manages the implementation of laws, regulations, and guidance that support safe and responsible environmental practices. The role focuses on supervising staff, coordinating permit reviews, and ensuring the proper handling of program responsibilities across the Southcentral Region. As a Civil Engineer Manager, you will perform the following duties:

• Permit Oversight: Manage application reviews, track workload, and ensure compliance with established procedures
• Staff Guidance: Supervise section staff, assign tasks, and provide direction on program requirements
• Interagency Coordination: Work with regional and central office personnel to maintain consistent program practices
• Technical Review: Evaluate proposed actions for alignment with regulations, policies, and guidance
• Inspection Support: Conduct or oversee investigations related to dams, wetlands, and encroachment activities
• Public Assistance: Provide information to contractors, consultants, officials, and the public on environmental requirements

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• This position requires travel as needed.
• You will have the option to work from one of the following headquarters offices:
  • Northcentral Regional Office - 208 West Third Street, Williamsport, PA 17701
  • Northwest Regional Office - 230 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335
  • Southwest Regional Office - - 400 Waterfront Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
  • Southeast Regional Office - 2 East Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401
  • Southcentral Regional Office - 909 Elmerton Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17110
  • Altoona District Office - 3001 Fairway Drive, Altoona, PA 16601
  • Reading District Office - 1005 Crossroads Boulevard, Reading, PA 19560
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters location. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.
  
  Additional details may be provided during the interview
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

• Four years of professional civil engineering experience which includes three years in the appropriate specialty and one year of experience in directing the work of civil engineers.

• This position requires possession of a valid Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.

• This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license.

• You must possess and maintain a REAL  passport for this position. Proof of possession will be needed at the time of a conditional offer of employment.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential…