Civil Engineering Project Coordinator

Salary: $102,315.20 - $124,425.60 Annually
Location : City of Reno City Hall, NV
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 552226US3
Department: Utility Services
Opening Date: 11/13/2026
Closing Date: 12/6/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
The City of Reno is seeking motivated engineering professionals to join our team as Civil Engineering Project Coordinators. This entry-level professional civil engineering position offers the opportunity to build technical expertise, contribute to increasingly complex capital improvement projects, and advance your engineering career.

Civil Engineering Project Coordinators perform a variety of engineering duties throughout the project lifecycle, including planning, design, consultant and construction management, plan review, field inspections, and contract administration. Working under the guidance of an Associate Civil Engineer,Civil Engineering Project Coordinators coordinate with City departments, partner agencies, consultants, contractors, utility providers, developers, and the public to successfully deliver projects that meet City standards and community needs.

We have two immediate openings in the Utility Services Department. While both positions share the same classification and core responsibilities, each offers unique opportunities to support essential City infrastructure and services. This recruitment will also establish an eligible list for future vacancies.
One of the Civil Engineering Project Coordinator positions will support the delivery of capital improvement projects involving wastewater facilities at the Truckee Meadows Water Reclamation Facility (TMWRF), including design review and assistance, construction administration support, and construction inspection.

The other Civil Engineering Project Coordinator position will support the sanitary sewer collection system capital improvement planning, which includes sewer system hydraulic capacity modeling and condition assessment, review of proposed sanitary sewer improvements, delivery of capital improvement projects involving sanitary sewer pump stations, including design review and assistance.

Both Civil Engineering Project Coordinator positions may include duties and responsibilities beyond those outlined above, including but not limited to work in the following areas: stormwater and flood control systems review/planning/design/construction, hydrology and/or hydraulic modeling, sanitary sewer collection system review/planning/design/construction, wastewater treatment review/planning/design/construction.
This is both an internal and external recruitment to provide a promotional opportunity for all qualified current classified City of Reno employees and an open competitive opportunity for all other qualified applicants.
Examples of Essential Functions

• Perform engineering duties in support of the City's engineering services and activities including planning, designing, and implementing various capital improvement projects.
• Design and prepare contract specifications for construction of various public works and capital improvement projects; research design requirements, perform engineering calculations, analyze material and design data; utilize software models; prepare estimates of time and material costs.
• Participate in the management of assigned projects; administer consultant and construction contracts; advertise for bids; select, coordinate, and participate with engineering consultants; review and approve contract changes; approve progress payments for contractors and consultants.
• Conduct field inspections and investigations of construction projects; ensure compliance with established designs and all applicable codes and regulations; submit permit applications and facilitate permit process; prepare reports on recommended modifications.
• Conduct technical reviews of plans and reports for projects affecting City streets, sewers, drains, and related public works facilities for adequacy and conformance with applicable municipal codes and regulations.
• Analyze various engineering functions including hydrology, water distribution and piping systems, treatment facilities, utility plans, and construction documents; evaluate plans for deficiencies; recommend and/or design solutions.
• Prepare a variety of engineering reports, studies, and technical documentation; utilize specialized engineering applications, databases, programs, and graphics.
• Prepare reports for the City Council, Planning Commission and other committees regarding engineering projects and status.
• Respond to questions and inquiries from the general public, property owners, developers, architects, surveyors, contractors and City staff regarding engineering and development projects.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the field of engineering; research, review, update and revise existing ordinances, policies and design standards; incorporate new developments as appropriate into programs.
• Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications
The following minimum qualifications are required to be met at the time of application.
Education:
Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline from an accredited college or university.

OR

Bachelor's degree in construction management from an ABET accredited program or an institution that has ABET accredited engineering programs.
Note: Applications will be accepted from individuals who are expected to complete the required degree by the end of the current academic year. Such applicants may participate in the recruitment process; however, placement on the eligible list is contingent upon submission of satisfactory proof of degree completion prior to certification.
Experience:
Passing score on the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.

OR

Ten years of progressive engineering experience.

License:
Valid driver's license.
**Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.**
Supplemental Information
To Apply:
Please submit your completed application and all additional information/documentation requested online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/renoby December 6, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. PT. If a computer or mobile device is not available to you, suggested locations to complete an online application submittal include: the City of Reno City Hall 2nd floor computer kiosk or Civil Service Office, any Nevada Job Connect location, local libraries, or educational facilities.

If you are having difficulty logging into your profile, please call the applicant support line at 855-524-5627.
Application Preparation:
A complete application is required, including detailed work experience and education. Résumés may be submitted as supplemental information but will not be reviewed when determining minimum qualifications.
Examination Process:Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and pass the examination for this position to be eligible for hire. The examination will consist of online assessments, including a Cognitive Abilities Test, Employee Personality Profile, and Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E). Examination components will be weighted as follows:

• Training & Experience Evaluation (T&E) = 80%
• Cognitive Abilities Test = 20%
• Employee Personality Profile = Informational purposes only

Online Assessment Details:
Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the online assessments once the recruitment has closed. These tests will be self-administered with no proctor, which means candidates will be able to complete them online at their convenience during the designated testing window.

The instructions and guidelines will be emailed to qualified applicants after the recruitment closes on December 6, 2026. Please make sure to check for emails around this time, including your spam folder so that you do not miss this testing opportunity. All assessments must be completed within the designated testing window to move forward in the hiring process.
Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E) Details:

• Responses to your T&E questions should be consistent with the information given in your application details. Answers are subject to verification.
• Failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score; therefore, it is advantageous for you to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question.
• In order to receive credit for education or training, you must attach copies of your transcripts, diploma, or relevant certificates to your online application.
• Resumes or questionnaires uploaded as attachments to the application will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question online.
• "See Resume" or "See above," etc., are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.
• Changes or corrections to your responses cannot be made once your T&E examination has been submitted.

Notification:
Applicants are notified by email of their examination results. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications will also be notified within two weeks of the job posting closing.

We highly recommend opting in to receive text message notifications. Follow-up text messages may include updates about your application, next steps, and interviews. If you haven't opted in before, the option will appear before you submit your application. If you've previously opted in or out, you can update your choice anytime in account settings in your profile.
Testing Accommodation:
We strive to ensure equal access for all individuals. If you require an accommodation due to a disability, you must inform the Chief Examiner by completing the by the closing date of this announcement. All requests will be handled with confidentiality and respect.
Contact Information:
Reports (Rule XV, Section 2)
Applicants are responsible for keeping the Reno Civil Service Commission informed of their current contact information including phone number, email, and mailing address.
Employee/Veteran Preference in the Event of Tie Scores:
Open Competitive Examination (Rule VII, Section 7):
In the event of tie scores, candidates will be provided a rank preference in the following order:

1. City of Reno classified employees who are veterans
2. City of Reno classified employees who are not veterans
3. City of Reno non-classified employees and external candidates who are veterans

This preference is only used to break ties. Proof of honorable discharge must be submitted with the application.

Promotional Examinations (Rule VIII, Section 7):
If two or more employees earn the same final score (including seniority points), veterans' preference will be applied if any of the tied employees have submitted proof of an honorable military discharge. This preference is only used to break ties. If a tie still remains, it will be broken based on seniority in the current classification. Proof of honorable discharge must be submitted with the application.
Seniority Points:
Seniority Credit (Rule VIII, Section 9):
Classified employees of the City of Reno shall receive seniority credit computed by adding to a passing score as follows:

The final ranking will include the applicable seniority points added to the overall grade of the examination process. For each full year of continuous service completed, 0.2 points will be added up to a maximum of ten (10) years... 2 points will be the maximum.
Appointment and Certification:
Appointments to positions in the City's Civil Service system are made on the basis of examination. Scores resulting from a competitive examination are used in determining a person's rank on an eligible register. The department may hire any of the persons referred. The names of those persons not hired may be considered when the next vacancy occurs, for as long as that register is viable.
Probationary Period:
Certification of Eligibles, Appointments, and Probation (Rule VII, Section 12)
Classified employees who are newly hired, promoted, reclassified, transferred, or who voluntarily demote to a lower position are subject to a probation period.

The only exception is if an employee chooses to voluntarily demote back to the exact job they previously held within 24 months of being promoted.
Questions and Updates:
Questions about the information on this announcement and updates to application information should be directed to Civil Service at (775) 334-2223 or

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Minimum Qualification Review

The following questions are a required part of your application for this position. Your answers will be used to assist us in evaluating your related work experience and education to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as outlined on the job posting.

Things to consider before you proceed:
• Resumes are not reviewed or consi