Civil Engineer Senior

SALARY RANGE

$43.51 - $57.53

WORK ASSIGNMENT DETAILS

We are seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to join our team in Waukesha County. In this role, you will perform advanced level professional engineering work. You will function as a project manager and perform other duties as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop specifications, cost estimates, RFPs, and bid documents for complex engineering projects.
• Prepare and administer contracts, ensure specifications are met, and manage consultant field personnel.
• Supervise technical engineering staff and manage computerized highway asset management systems.
• Conduct public information meetings and hearings, responding to agency, public, and media concerns.
• Capital highway project needs identification and capital plan development.
• Highway design and construction project management.
• Highway design and construction project controls (scope, cost, schedule, quality, risk, and communication).
• Local Road Improvement Program (LRIP) administration.

Key Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local statutes and regulations governing highway design and construction.
• Strong analytical skills to research and resolve engineering, scheduling, and contract issues.
• Proficient in advanced engineering computations and use of CADD, GIS, and other engineering applications.
• Proficient in project management, contract negotiations, and computerized engineering software.
• Knowledge and background with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation Facilities Development Manual and Processes.
• Knowledge and background with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and Wisconsin Department of Transportation’s Traffic Engineering, Operations and Safety Manual.
• Ability to manage multiple large and complex projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with various stakeholders.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse cultural backgrounds.​

Work Schedule: in-office Monday - Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm (core hours).

Join us and become a part of a team dedicated to the development and safety of our community's infrastructure. If you are passionate about engineering and making a positive impact in your community, we encourage you to apply!

Please submit a cover letter and resume in addition to fully completing the application.

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Prior to hiring, the successful candidate will be subject to work/education/certification reference(s) verification, a criminal background and driver's license check.   

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The recruitment will remain open until the position has been filled.

CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION

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Minimum Training & Experience Requirements
1.    Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering or a closely related field.
2.    Four (4) years of responsible, professional civil engineering work experience including the planning, design, and construction of highways and other transportation or soil and water conservation facilities, or a closely related field.
3.    Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Wisconsin.

Waukesha County provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including excellent health/dental/vision, life insurance, generous paid time off (vacation, 10 holidays, 3 floating holidays, ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year), an exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan. Amongst many other benefits, employees are recognized and valued through a pay for performance system. Successful candidates will be eligible for performance-based merit increases and non-base performance awards.

Employee well-being is promoted through a balanced work-life culture and through an exceptional employee wellness program that offers a variety of programs and tools to help promote an employee's wellness and health, including an on-site health & wellness clinic.

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