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NEOGOV · 6 months ago

Principal Civil Engineer *Revised

Sacramento, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$161K/yr - $177K/yr

4+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer who will be responsible for overseeing civil engineering work related to public works projects. The role involves planning, organizing, and directing engineering programs while ensuring compliance with regulations and managing staff development.

GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Incumbents are responsible for a variety of general civil engineering work in connection with the design, surveying, testing of materials and construction of public works projects

The Principal plans, organizes, coordinates, and directs the work of a major section involving several programs

Evaluate complex design and consulting work

Direct the preparation of technical reports

Direct the preparation of a complicated and comprehensive budget

Analyze engineering and managerial problems and work out effective solutions

Maintain effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, consultants, and others

Train and direct personnel

Effectively present policy questions, alternatives and recommend solutions to department manager or elected officials

Qualification

Civil Engineering PrinciplesBudget PreparationPersonnel ManagementPublic Works RegulationsComplex Problem AnalysisTechnical Report PreparationProject ManagementTrainingDevelopmentRelationship ManagementEffective CommunicationTeam LeadershipConflict Resolution

Required

Current registration as a civil engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers

Four years of full-time experience as a registered engineer performing duties which have included difficult and complex civil engineering projects with responsibilities comparable to those of a project, resident, or operations engineer for public works projects

The projects must have provided significant involvement with budget preparation or monitoring of project expenditures

Principles and techniques of human resources management and supervision

Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to the programs and their funding

Interface with other coordinating organizations and regulatory jurisdictions

Two years of this experience shall be in the option being tested

A Masters Degree in the option being tested may be substituted for one year of the experience

A valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher, is required prior to appointment to this class

Per Health and Safety Code, Sections 18949.25 – 18949.31, incumbents may be required to obtain a certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County, within two years of date of hire or assignment

Some positions in this class series require incumbents to complete one year of verifiable experience in the appropriate field and, within one year thereafter, to obtain certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County

Individuals who do not meet the required certification requirements may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4

Sit for extended periods, frequently stand and walk

Have manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination need to use a variety of office equipment such as computers, telephones, calculators, copiers, and drafting equipment

Have corrected vision in order to review plans and specifications and perform other essential functions of the job

Occasionally walk on uneven terrain at construction sites, etc

May be required to work in excess of 40 hours a week and/or work irregular hours, particularly during emergency situations

The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months

Benefits

Health, dental and life insurance

Flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually

14.5 holidays per year as recognized

Sick leave: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation

Paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child

Tuition Reimbursement

Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage

Variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs

Comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents

Basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost

Deferred Compensation Program

Confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as legal advice/difficult decisions, marriage or family relationships, financial or credit worries/elder care, alcohol and drug abuse

Wellness Incentive Program

Two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's)

Workers' Compensation

Credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction