Principal Professional Engineer; Construction

Position: Principal Professional Engineer (Construction)
Best Water, Best Service & Best Environmental Stewardship.

With quality that exceeds federal and state standards, state-of-the-art technology, and a focus on customer service, the Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department takes pride in the level of service it is able to provide for its customers. Innovation and forward-thinking management philosophies come together in an award-winning utilities department to ensure that its customers will always have an abundant supply of fresh, high-quality drinking water for the future.

OUR OPPORTUNITY

Our Water Utilities Department has an exceptional opportunity for an experienced and talented Engineer who thrives in a leadership role and is passionate about public service.

This position manages Construction Section of the Engineering Division and plays a vital role in ensuring the successful delivery of capital improvement projects that directly impact the County's water, wastewater, and reclaimed water systems. Come join a team that delivers essential infrastructure to our community - leveraging innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position requires significant independent judgment and decision making which directly affects all aspects of construction projects as well as related funding. Review of work is based on the accomplishment of a portfolio of projects with an emphasis on the quality of technical submissions and review, adherence to deadlines, and team effectiveness. Responsibilities of this position include the following:

Project Leadership & Management

• Provide technical direction and strategic oversight for two major operational areas:
Construction and Plan Review.

• Supervise and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers, construction managers, inspectors, and plan reviewers.

• Drive performance, ensure compliance with engineering standards, and monitor project delivery across both public and private development initiatives.

• Ensure all work meets stringent regulatory, budgetary, and schedule requirements.

Construction Section Management

• Plan and manage construction activities in coordination with the Division Director.

• Allocate resources and guide the construction team to maintain the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and technical accuracy.

• Oversee construction risk management, contract administration, dispute resolution, and compliance with industry codes and standards.

• Prepare and seal construction documents; present agenda items to boards, committees, and administrative leadership.

Strategic Coordination & Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with departmental leadership, operations and maintenance teams, contractors, consultants, and regulatory agencies.

• Act as the owner's representative for high-value projects, overseeing all phases from planning and design through construction and close-out.

• Lead presentations, develop policies, and represent the department in meetings and technical forums.

QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires applicants to possess a Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Mechanical/Environmental/Utility Systems Engineering, or closely related field. Additionally, applicants will need a minimum of eight (8) years of experience in professional civil engineering in consulting, local government, or regulatory agencies related to the plan review and/or construction of water and wastewater utility systems; however, if an applicant possesses a related Master's Degree, the position will require only six (6) years of relevant experience.

Two (2) years of experience in the supervisory aspects of engineering are also required.

Additionally, applicants must be licensed as Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Florida or licensed as a P.E. in another state and obtain a license as a P.E. in the State of Florida within 11 months of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Highly preferred qualifications for this position include:

• 10 or more years of project management experience in water/wastewater/reuse public utility system engineering, and

• A Master's Degree in Engineering, and

• A Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.

WHY JOIN US ?

Located in sunny South Florida, Palm Beach…