Jefferson County
• $85K — $98K *Qualifications
Responsibilities
Benefits
Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
07/17/26Division:
Transportation & Engineering DivisionManagement Level:
Individual ContributorScheduled Weekly Hours:
40Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:
*Note: intent is to fill oneavailableposition, either as a civil engineer or associate civil engineer.
The successfulAssociate Civil Engineerapplicant will work in the Capital Improvements Program (CIP) group of Jefferson County Transportation & EngineeringDivision andis responsible forperforming engineering activities and construction management related to CIP projects involving roadway, bridge, stormwater drainage, and traffic operations projects. This will include, but is not limited to:
Track project budgets.
Respond to citizen questions and concerns.
Review contractor project schedules.
Reviewand developproject plans and project specifications,
Perform entry level technical engineering analysis and calculations.
Inspect construction work and record observations.
The successfulCivil Engineerapplicant will work in the Capital Improvements Program (CIP) group of Jefferson County Transportation & Engineering Division andis responsible forleading construction projects related to the Capital Improvements Program involving roadway, bridge, stormwater drainage, and traffic operations projects.This will include, but is not limited to:
Manageproject budgets.
Respond to citizen questions and concerns.
Review contactor project schedules.
Reviewand developproject plans and project specifications, provide engineering analysis and calculations.
Representsthe County at applicable meetings for the project assigned.
This positionprovidesthe opportunity to work for a county that thrives on working collaboratively and overcoming challenges in a solution-focused manner. Jefferson County Development and Transportation Department is a collaborative group thatprovidesthe opportunity to take conceptual design and watch it transform into part of the community reality. We value and respect an autonomous work environment with generous support and guidance from the entire D&T team to ensure the delivery of quality services to and on behalf of our community.
SCHEDULE:
This position is hybrid, with remote work and in-office work as needed, however, this position requires mostly office work with occasional field work. The successful candidate must have the ability to drive to various job site locations throughout unincorporated Jefferson County, walk over uneven terrain in a variety of weather conditions and compare existing site conditions with construction plans.The successful candidate must have the ability to drive to various job site locations throughout unincorporated Jefferson County, walk over uneven terrain in a variety of weather conditions, and compare existing site conditions with construction plans.
COMPENSATION:
Associate Civil Engineer:
Hiring Range: $85,000- $98,500USD Annually
Compensation will bedeterminedbased on education,experienceand skills.
Civil Engineer:
Hiring Range:$100,000-$114,500USD Annually
Compensation will bedeterminedbased on education,experienceand skills.
BENEFITS:
Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, flexible schedules, remote work options and more.For more information, clickherefor our Total Rewards summary.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Associate Civil Engineer:
Serve as design engineer by performing construction oversight and engineering in compliance with Federal, State, and County standards, policies, and procedures. Project types may include roadway improvements, stormwater drainage, traffic signals, signage and striping, and intersection and other road safety improvements.
Review the preparation of construction plans and specifications.
Represent the county in applicable project meetings or other plan review.
Assistother department sections with their projects using their area of expertise.
Develop andassistwith feasibility studies, engineering calculations, construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates for assigned projects.
CAD modeling and design efforts for capital improvement projects, including roadways, traffic safety enhancements, and stormwater drainage systems.
Coordinate with other county and agency personnel during the design review and construction of projects.
Address citizen concernspertaining toprojects assigned. Participate in community meetings and respond to questions and concerns related to roadway, traffic, and drainage projects.
Review design plansand specifications and provide input for constructability and maintenance.
Inspect contractors work for accuracy and completion according to construction plans/specifications and industry standards.
Coordinate with contractors, construction supervisors, surveyors, Right-of-Way agents, utility companies, and County personnel, during project planning, design, and construction. Coordinate project activities with adjacent stakeholders and traveling public.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Civil Engineer:
Serve as project manager and/orproject engineer by performing construction oversight and engineering in compliance with Federal, State, and County standards, policies, and procedures. Project types may include roadway improvements, stormwater drainage, traffic signals, signage and striping, and intersection and other road safety improvements.
Prepare and review scopes of work, drainage reports, design memorandums, specifications, and technical documentation.
Develop andassistwith feasibility studies, engineering calculations, construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates for assigned projects.
Oversee andreview the preparation of construction plans and specifications.
Lead CAD modeling and design efforts for capital improvement projects, including roadways, traffic safety enhancements, and stormwater drainage systems.
Represent the county in applicable project meetings or other plan review.
Assistother department sections with their projects using their area of expertise.
Coordinate with other county and agency personnel during the design review and construction of projects.
Work closely with local agencies and utility providers toidentifyand mitigate potential conflicts during design and construction.
Address citizen concernspertaining toprojects assigned.
Participate in community meetings and respond to questions and concerns related to roadway, traffic, and drainage projects.
Collaborate with survey staff, the ROW coordinator, and engineering teams to design and oversee roadway, traffic, and drainage projects, providing clear design assessments that improve constructability and reduce long-term maintenance challenges.
Coordinate with the public, construction supervisors, survey crews, ROW agents, utility companies, and County personnel throughout project planning, design, and construction. Address and resolve project-related concerns as they arise.
Conduct field inspection activities during project construction and for maintenance preparation.
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