Chief Project Engineer - Stormwater Services
About The Position
New Hanover County is seeking a Chief Project Engineer (Stormwater Services) to join our Engineering Department. This senior-level engineering position provides technical expertise, project management, regulatory oversight, and leadership within the department, focusing primarily on stormwater and drainage infrastructure design and management. The role involves preparing and overseeing engineering designs, calculations, construction plans, and specifications for County projects. The Chief Project Engineer will serve as Engineer of Record for assigned projects, develop and maintain stormwater infrastructure plans, coordinate data collection and analysis, and provide technical guidance on stormwater standards and ordinances. This position also includes supervising assigned staff, managing engineering projects from inception to completion, and providing engineering services and technical support to various stakeholders. Field inspections, technical mentorship, budget assistance, and support during emergency situations are also key aspects of this role. The Engineering Department is committed to supporting intelligent growth and economic development while protecting the community and its natural resources.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in a related Engineering field
- Five (5) years of progressively responsible engineering experience
- Two (2) years supervisory and project management experience in storm water, erosion control, public utilities, and site development.
- Valid Driver's License
- Professional Engineer (PE) License
Nice To Haves
- Strong work ethic
- Ability to successfully manage performance of subordinate employees
- Ability to prioritize schedules based on changing needs
- Willing to contribute where needed
- Desire to serve the citizens of our county
Responsibilities
- Preparing and overseeing engineering designs, calculations, construction plans, technical details, specifications, quantity estimates, cost estimates, and bid documents for County drainage and stormwater infrastructure projects.
- Serving as Engineer of Record for assigned County-designed drainage improvement projects and exercising responsible charge over engineering analyses, plans, specifications, and other documents requiring professional engineering certification.
- Developing and maintaining stormwater and drainage infrastructure plans, including asset inventories, condition assessments, and watershed planning.
- Coordinating drainage and stormwater data collection, analysis, and modeling to support infrastructure planning and decision-making.
- Coordinating with maintenance staff and contractors to develop and implement drainage and stormwater maintenance programs.
- Providing technical guidance on drainage and stormwater standards, ordinances, development projects, and infrastructure improvements.
- Providing professional engineering expertise and leadership for County engineering programs, projects, and initiatives.
- Supervising assigned staff by prioritizing and assigning work, conducting performance evaluations, ensuring appropriate training and development, and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.
- Managing engineering projects from planning and design through permitting, bidding, construction, and completion, including defining project requirements, preparing bids, negotiating contracts, and developing budgets and schedules.
- Providing engineering services and technical support to County departments, consultants, contractors, regulatory agencies, and the public.
- Responding to inquiries and concerns related to engineering, drainage, stormwater, development, and infrastructure matters.
- Performing field inspections and site visits to evaluate existing conditions, construction activities, drainage functionality, infrastructure condition, and compliance.
- Providing technical guidance and mentorship to engineers, inspectors, and other staff; coordinates and manages consultants and contractors.
- Assisting with departmental and program budgets, grant applications, and other funding opportunities related to County engineering programs and infrastructure.
- Providing engineering support during emergency and disaster situations.
Benefits
- Employer paid 401k contributions
- Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system
- Flex time and telework availability, depending on your position
- Paid sick and personal leave
- 13 paid holidays per year
- Paid parental leave
- Paid community services leave
- Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Many other insurance options
- Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center
- Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives
- Opportunities to make a difference in your community
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
