Principal Civil Engineer

Sacramento County (CA) • Sacramento, CA

72d

About The Position

The Principal Civil Engineer is a management level class requiring a high degree of professional skill and knowledge in administering and evaluating complex engineering programs. Incumbents are responsible for a variety of general civil engineering work in connection with the design, surveying, testing of materials and construction of public works projects. Public works projects include, but are not limited to new building construction and remodels; and other structures and projects. The Principal plans, organizes, coordinates, and directs the work of a major section involving several programs whereas the Senior is responsible for a specific program. The Principal has greater administrative responsibility in the area of long and short range planning and budget control and review and has more responsibility for the professional growth and development of assigned staff. The scope of responsibility and discretion allowed is great. Decisions are subject to review only when general policy is involved.

Requirements

• Current registration as a civil engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.
• Four years of full-time experience as a registered engineer performing duties which have included difficult and complex civil engineering projects.
• Experience must include significant involvement with budget preparation or monitoring of project expenditures.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering, methods and materials used in civil engineering projects, budget preparation, personnel management, and laws pertaining to public works construction.

Nice To Haves

• A Master's Degree in the option being tested may be substituted for one year of the experience.
• Certification from a recognized state, national, or international association within two years of date of hire or assignment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise, direct, and coordinate the work of a multiple disciplinary professional and technical staff.
• Evaluate complex design and consulting work.
• Direct the preparation of technical reports.
• Direct the preparation of a complicated and comprehensive budget.
• Analyze engineering and managerial problems and work out effective solutions.
• Maintain effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, consultants, and others.
• Train and direct personnel.
• Effectively present policy questions, alternatives and recommend solutions to department manager or elected officials.

Benefits

• Management Differential of 3.35% added to the posted salary.
• Probationary period of twelve (12) months.
• Continuing education requirements may apply.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees