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Pierce County · 5 days ago

Civil Engineer 3 - Office of the County Engineer

Greater Seattle Area

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$55/hr - $70/hr

9+ years exp

Pierce County is seeking a Civil Engineer 3 to lead and supervise a multidisciplinary team focused on the maintenance and improvement of the county's road system. This role involves overseeing transportation modeling, analyzing traffic data, and guiding engineering processes to support major initiatives such as the Vision Zero Safety Action Plan.

Government

No H1B

Responsibilities

Manages assigned resources to complete work and secure approval of major engineering programs using acceptable methods of planning and management

Provides leadership and direction to the professional and technical staff responsible for implementing a major engineering program; delegates authority to personnel commensurate with responsibility and ensures the proper functioning of assigned staff

Trains and educates staff on criteria and standards. Provides engineering guidance to staff and makes engineering recommendations to County officials and other departments

Assists in developing recruitment and selection processes. Conducts final interviews; recommends individuals for hire

Completes reviews and evaluations of subordinate employee job performance. Initiates disciplinary action when necessary. Responds to grievances at the first level

Develops, monitors and controls assigned budget and establishes financial management policies and procedures

Assumes overall responsibility for completeness and accuracy of projects and ensures that all regulations and applicable engineering standards and criteria

Coordinates assigned activities with other sections, departments, and jurisdictions

Sets the team’s goals and objectives and participates in the development of the division’s goals and objectives

Studies, analyzes, and prepares engineering-related reports as required by state, federal and local authorities. Presents findings orally or in writing to county staff, officials, or other agencies

Develops, implements, and reviews ongoing programs, policies and procedures, assessing job effectiveness and cost efficiencies

Qualification

Professional Engineer LicenseCivil Engineering ExperienceAutodesk Civil 3DAutoCADBudget ManagementProject ManagementTeam LeadershipCommunication Skills

Required

A resume and cover letter are required for this position

Licensure as a Professional Engineer in the State of Washington

Nine years of progressively responsible, broad based civil engineering experience is required

A bachelor's degree from an ABET accredited program in civil engineering, or a closely related field, may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis, up to four years

Professional Engineers licensed in another state must be able to obtain licensure by the State of Washington within six months of employment

A valid driver's license is required