Principal Civil Engineer
- Milwaukee, WI
- Permanent
- Full-time
- 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.
- 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
- Professional Engineer License in the State of Wisconsin preferred.
- Relevant advance degree preferred and beneficial.
- Extensive knowledge of civil engineering theories, principles, and best practices, with an emphasis on site development, utility engineering, and construction engineering.
- Proven ability to oversee and ensure quality assurance in the preparation of construction bid documents for a variety of public works projects.
- Strong analytical skills to develop comprehensive engineering reports for complex public works projects.
- Effective leadership and supervisory skills to guide and mentor staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
- Ability to build and maintain productive relationships with internal staff, county departments, and external agencies to facilitate project success.