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Milwaukee County · 3 weeks ago

Principal Civil Engineer

Milwaukee, WI

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$47.64/hr - $71.46/hr

5+ years exp

Milwaukee County is searching for authentic individuals to join their team. The Principal Civil Engineer will lead and manage the Civil Engineering & Site Development Unit, providing strategic oversight and technical leadership for projects across Milwaukee County's public infrastructure.

GovernmentProfessional ServicesReal Estate

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provide leadership, strategic direction, and oversight for the Civil Engineering & Site Development Unit

Foster a collaborative, team-oriented work environment that promotes innovation, accountability, and superior customer service

Serve as the primary representative for civil engineering services to County leadership, departments, and external stakeholders

Direct the planning, design, bidding, and construction administration for capital and maintenance projects

Ensure adherence to budget, schedule, quality standards, and sustainability objectives

Oversee stormwater management, regulatory compliance, and permitting for site development projects

Maintain strong relationships with County departments, community organizations, and external stakeholders

Serve as a technical advisor on site development, infrastructure planning, and public works initiatives

Provide guidance on engineering design standards, specifications, and best practices

Ensure quality control across all project phases, from concept through construction closeout

Promote the integration of sustainable infrastructure solutions in site development projects

Manage and oversee surveying functions, including the development of Certified Survey Maps (CSM), plats, utility maps, and legal descriptions

Ensure the accuracy and compliance of all property documentation and land development activities

Coordinate with local, state, and federal agencies on permits, funding opportunities, and regulatory reviews

Represent Milwaukee County in public meetings, technical reviews, and grant administration processes

Ensure projects align with all applicable codes, ordinances, and environmental requirements

Lead the hiring, training, and performance management of engineering and surveying staff

Promote professional development and technical training

Assist County departments with annual and five-year capital improvement planning

Provide cost estimates, technical recommendations, and budget justifications for site development and infrastructure projects

Qualification

Civil EngineeringSupervisory ExperienceProject ManagementAutoCADCivil3DRegulatory ComplianceAnalytical SkillsLeadership SkillsCollaboration Skills

Required

Must be a current resident of Wisconsin

Valid WI Driver's License during application and maintained throughout employment

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

At least Five (5) years of experience in Project management and Civil Engineering related work

At least One (1) year or more supervisory experience in leading project team, or managing technical / professional staff

Intermediate knowledge of all related computer and software applications, such as word processing and spreadsheets

Intermediate knowledge of Project Management Tools and Software

Basic knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil3D

Preferred

Professional Engineer License in the State of Wisconsin preferred

Relevant advance degree preferred and beneficial

Benefits

Competitive benefit package

Company

Milwaukee County

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Founded in 1846

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA

1001-5000 employees