City Engineer

Why Join Our Team? This position plays a key role in shaping the City's growth and future by helping lead engineering services, oversee important public works projects, and ensure our infrastructure continues to meet the needs of our community.

Working alongside the Director of Public Works, this individual helps turn ideas and plans into real improvements that residents can see and enjoy.

This role offers a variety of opportunities to lead, collaborate, and make a meaningful impact.

We are looking for someone who enjoys problem-solving, values teamwork, brings strong leadership skills, and takes pride in helping build a better community.

JOB SUMMARY The City Engineer is responsible for performing, directing, coordinating, and supervising engineering services for the City while ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

This position assists the Public Works Director and Operations Manager in the administration and supervision of the Public Works Department.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Provide engineering design, scheduling, inspection, and project management for Public Works projects.Support special projects and provide engineering consultation to other City departments as needed.Review engineering plans for new development projects to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.Administer and enforce project contracts and assist with dispute resolution.Inspect water systems, storm drainage infrastructure, and building structures.Respond to public inquiries, requests for assistance, and citizen concerns through both written and verbal communication.Review preliminary budget submissions to ensure compliance with departmental goals and established guidelines.Attend City Council meetings and workshops as needed.Maintain awareness of federal and state regulations as they apply to various areas within the Public Works Department; assist in implementing new policies and procedures as needed.Serve as a liaison between the City, governmental agencies, consultants, developers, and private organizations.Analyze technical information and prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations.Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.

Professional Engineer license or ability to be licensed within a year of employment.Ability to obtain SC Class "A" Water Distribution Systems Operator License within 5 year(s) of date of hire.Must possess or obtain a valid South Carolina driver's license within 90 days of employment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of public works engineering principles, practices, and project management.Knowledge of construction estimating, surveying, infrastructure design, and engineering standards.Knowledge of personnel management and supervision.Working knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing public infrastructure, utilities, transportation systems, construction activities, environmental complianc...