The City of Maple Valley’s Public Works Department seeks to hire a

Senior Project Engineer

The Senior Project Engineer, under the direction of the City Engineer, will manage the development, funding, design, right-of-way acquisition, and construction of capital projects for the City of Maple Valley.  This position can significantly influence quality, schedule, costs, and public confidence.  Therefore, the Senior Project Engineer has oversight responsibility for all aspects of the budgets and schedules for assigned capital projects. The Senior Project Engineer will provide support to the Public Works Department in determining and implementing the necessary public improvements needed to meet the goals and policies of the City of Maple Valley’s Comprehensive Plan, the Six Year Transportation Improvement Program, environmental permitting requirements, Public Works Road Standards, and engineering standards.

In addition to other job duties, this position will be responsible for:

(See the complete job description for all responsibilities and requirements, Senior Project Engineer)

• Capital Project Identification & Planning: Assist the Public Works Director and City Engineer in identifying necessary capital projects, including the development of the Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) and other public works capital improvement plans.
• Public Outreach & Communication: Lead public outreach efforts, organize and facilitate public open houses, and ensure effective communication with the public regarding capital projects, both orally and in writing.
• Grant Application & Funding Management: Support the preparation of grant applications for proposed capital projects and manage relationships with WSDOT Local Programs and PSRC to secure federal or state funding.
• Project Management & Oversight: Take responsibility for managing the full project lifecycle, including defining scope, establishing project schedules, preparing cost estimates, managing budgets, and overseeing project implementation and resource planning.
• Consultant & Contractor Management: Oversee the selection and management of consultants, contractors, and other service providers for project phases such as design, right-of-way acquisition, and construction. This includes contract negotiations, change orders, and ensuring compliance with project timelines and budgets.
• Contract Development & Administration: Manage the contract development, advertising, public bidding, and award process for capital projects. Ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions throughout the project.
• Design & Construction Coordination: Review and approve design documents, including engineering plans, specifications, and progress reports. Facilitate the timely review and approval of plans by regulatory agencies and other stakeholders.
• Right-of-Way & Utility Coordination: Manage the timely acquisition of right-of-way and resolve utility issues during the planning, design, and construction phases of capital projects.
• Progress Payment & Budget Monitoring: Review and approve progress payments for construction management consultants and contractors, ensuring projects stay on budget and within scope.
• Regulatory Compliance & Reporting: Prepare detailed reports for City Council, City Manager, and regulatory agencies on project status, issues, and progress. Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations throughout project development.
• Coordination with City Departments & Stakeholders: Collaborate with various city departments, franchise utilities, and other external agencies to minimize infrastructure conflicts and ensure smooth project execution.

Education, Skills & Experience Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, or related engineering degree
• Washington State PE registration, or ability to obtain registration within six months if licensed in another state
• Five years of professional engineering experience in a municipal or related public works department, or equivalent private sector experience.  An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• Knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices and methods, including but not limited to traffic engineering, storm drainage systems, streets, utilities, clearing and grading, geotechnical and structural engineering
• Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes, and regulations related to civil engineering, public works, and environmental mitigation, not limited to but including SEPA and/or NEPA environmental review requirements associated with municipal public works design and construction
• Knowledge of King County Surface Water Design Manual and Washington Fish and Wildlife Hydraulic Project Approval (HPA) permits, SEPA, and Army Corps of Engineers permitting process.

This position is FLSA exempt and is not eligible for overtime compensation.

The annual salary range is $108,286 - $137,017 + $10,000 Bonus upon successful completion of probationary period.

A City of Maple Valley Application for Employment, Resume and cover letter must be submitted.

Applications may be submitted through the website. If you require an application and full job description to be sent to you, please email human.resources@maplevalleywa.gov

Position is Open until filled.

The City of Maple Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment.  All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.