Capital Project Engineer

City of Bothell, WA

$107K — $136K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of civil engineering experience preferred
  • Project management experience required
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) Certification required
  • Strong understanding of public works regulations and processes
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Responsibilities

  • Manage design and development of public works capital projects
  • Collaborate with private consultants for project execution
  • Oversee construction phase including engineering and utilities
  • Develop and maintain project objectives, schedules, and cost estimates
  • Conduct reviews and facilitate engineering design evaluations

Benefits

  • Flexible/Hybrid work schedule after initial six months
  • Strong community engagement with local departments
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • Supportive team-oriented work environment
  • Participation in diverse capital projects impacting the community
Full Job Description
Salary : $107,586.38 - $136,792.67 Annually
Location : City Hall: 18415 101st Ave. NE, Bothell, WA
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 26-00264
Department: Public Works
Division: Engineering - CIP
Opening Date: 07/20/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Position Description
Please note: Application may not be accepted if it is incomplete. Adding your resume and/or cover letter in lieu of the application may not be accepted as well.
The City is looking for an effective, organized, and team oriented professional Capital Project Engineer to manage capital projects from design through construction and play a major role in the development of a thriving, diverse community.
Recruitment information:
  • The first round of applications will be reviewed on Monday, August 10, 2026 at 5:00 pm.
  • Default schedule will be the following: 5/8's
  • Note: This position will be fully onsite for the first six months, after which eligibility for a hybrid work schedule may be considered.

What will you do in this position?
  • Manage the design, development, and completion of public works capital projects by working and collaborating with private consultants
  • Manage construction projects including the design, construction, engineering, right-of-way, utilities, and roadway
  • Develops project objectives, work scope, cost estimates, and schedules
  • Review and facilitate the review of engineering design and analysis

A successful candidate in this position will:
  • Work together with the Bothell Community and Departments to cultivate strong and successful partnerships.
  • Quickly identify challenges and apply logical, evidence-based approaches to resolve them.
  • Learn and adapt to new tools and systems with ease to support work efficiency.
  • Communicate clearly, respectfully, and professionally across a variety of settings.
  • Strengthen internal and external partnerships to enhance collective success.
  • Integrate feedback constructively to improve efficiency and service quality.

To read the full job description and review the minimum qualifications, .

Please indicate how many years of civil engineering experience you have.
  • No experience
  • Less than 1 years experience
  • More than 1 year, but less than 2 years
  • More than 2 years, but less than 3 years
  • More than 3 years, but less than 4 years
  • More than 4 years, but less than 5 years
  • More than 5 years experience

Do you have project management experience?
  • Yes
  • No

What best describes your experience with project management?
  • No experience
  • Less than 1 year of experience
  • More than 1 year but less than 3 years of experience
  • More than 3 years but less than 5 years of experience
  • More than 5 years of experience

Do you have an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) Certification?
  • I have a PE.
  • I have an EIT.
  • I have neither a PE or EIT.

I certify that all statements above are true to the best of my knowledge. I understand that false statements will be sufficient cause for removal from the hiring process and/or termination.
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

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