City Engineer - Fresno
Job Title: City Engineer
Salary: $110,000 - $180,000
Company Description:
Join a respected civil engineering consulting firm that partners with local municipalities to deliver critical public infrastructure projects throughout California. The organization offers a collaborative environment, long-term stability, and a strong reputation within the municipal engineering market.
Job Description:
We are seeking a City Engineer to support municipal clients with the planning, design, and delivery of public works infrastructure projects. This role provides direct interaction with city staff, elected officials, consultants, and community stakeholders while serving as a trusted technical resource for multiple municipalities.
Responsibilities:
- Manage municipal engineering and public works projects for city clients.
- Design and oversee roadway, utility, drainage, and capital improvement projects.
- Prepare and review engineering plans, specifications, cost estimates, and technical reports.
- Serve as a liaison between city staff, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
- Support Capital Improvement Program (CIP) planning, budgeting, and implementation.
- Attend and participate in city council meetings, public hearings, and stakeholder presentations.
- Coordinate project schedules, budgets, resources, and deliverables.
- Ensure projects meet applicable design standards, regulations, and client expectations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- California PE license preferred; experienced municipal engineers without licensure may also be considered.
- Experience with municipal engineering, public works, or public agency consulting.
- Strong knowledge of roadway, utility, drainage, and infrastructure project delivery.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and client relationships simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Experience working directly with city staff and public agencies is highly desirable.
Compensation:
- Salary Range: $110,000 - $180,000 depending on experience and licensure.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Flexible and collaborative work environment.
- Professional development and continuing education support.
- Strong project backlog and long-term career stability.
- Clear advancement opportunities within the organization.
Why Should You Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity for a municipal engineer who wants to take the next step toward a City Engineer-level position while remaining in a consulting environment. You'll work directly with local agencies, help shape community infrastructure projects, and have a clear path toward increased leadership responsibilities and long-term career growth.
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