Senior Civil Engineer (may underfill as Civil Engineer)

Responsibilities

• Following the WisDOT Facilities Development Process, coordinate with WisDOT, resource agencies, and project stakeholders to deliver capital highway projects, including design, real estate acquisition, utility relocation, and construction.
• Coordinate with Waukesha County Highway Operations to provide engineering solutions for highway maintenance issues and support optimized highway asset management.
• Develop specifications, cost estimates, RFPs, and bid documents for complex engineering projects.
• Oversee consultant design to ensure quality on-time and on-budget delivery, including contracting and invoicing.
• 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, scoping, and capital plan development.
• Highway design and construction project management.
• Highway design and construction project controls (scope, cost, schedule, quality, risk, and communication).
• Oversight of consultant delivered traffic operations and engineering analysis, reports and plan production.
• Proactive resolution of engineering risks and issues.
• 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, project controls, 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.
• Knowledge and background with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation Standard Construction Specifications and Construction and Materials Manual.
• The Department of Public Works - Engineering Division may consider under-filling this position as a Civil Engineer instead of a Senior Civil Engineer. Civil Engineer starting salary range is $80,469 - $96,108. Full range extends to $111,726.
• Work Schedule : in-office Monday - Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm (core hours)
• If you are curious about the comprehensive benefit package we offer, click here .
• 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 include a cover letter and resume but not in lieu of fully completing the application.
• Prior to hiring, the successful candidate will be subject to work/education/certification reference(s) verification, a criminal background and driver's license check.
• CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION
• To view the full classification specification for Senior Civil Engineer click here .
• Minimum Training & Experience Requirements
• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering or a closely related field.
• 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.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Wisconsin, or Registration as a Professional Engineer in another state with license reciprocity and ability to achieve licensing in Wisconsin within the first 90 days of employment.
• To view the full classification specification for Civil Engineer click here .
• Minimum Training & Experience Requirements
• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering, or a closely related field, by May 25, 2026.
• 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 accru

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SALARY RANGE $44.82 - $62.22 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.

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