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Senior Civil Engineer; underfill as Civil Engineer

Job in Waukesha, Waukesha County, Wisconsin, 53186, USA
Listing for: Waukesha County (WI)
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-04
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer
  • Construction
    Civil Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80469 - 96108 USD Yearly USD 80469.00 96108.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Senior Civil Engineer (may underfill as Civil Engineer)
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.

Key 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, .

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 .

Minimum Training & Experience Requirements

1. Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering or a closely related field.

2. 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…
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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