What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRINCIPAL CIVIL ENGINEER - CIP position at City of San Marcos?
The City of San Marcos is recruiting for a qualified Principal Civil Engineer to lead the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Engineering Division of the Development Services Department.
Historically one of the fastest growing cities in San Diego County, this is an exciting time to be a part of the City of San Marcos. San Marcos is purposefully shaping its emerging community, and as Principal Civil Engineer in the Capital Improvement Program, you will help guide that legacy.
Hiring Incentive: San Marcos offers competitive benefits, including a $10,000 Hiring Incentive for the Principal Civil Engineer, payable for new recruits joining the City upon successful completion of a satisfactory 6-month performance evaluation.
Your Day-to-Day
You will lead the CIP and Construction Engineering teams on some of the most exciting efforts in the City. You'll oversee the execution of the City’s robust Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Direct all publicly constructed projects and work alongside the public and project stakeholders in shaping the future of this city.
In collaborating with our dynamic team, you will partner with our other Divisions (Traffic, Land Development, Public Works, and Planning) as well as numerous other Divisions and Departments. You will be the lead who delivers exciting projects including major roadway reconstruction, a new fire station, and public parks.
As a key leader in the City team, you will create beneficial public facilities that will enhance the experience of the city for thousands of people.
We'll depend on your expertise in design, planning, and development of projects. You'll be the point person ensuring everything is completed on time and on budget by your staff or consultants. You will foster a solution-driven and customer service-oriented culture within your team and throughout the organization.
Influencing the Big Picture
Because we value innovation and efficiency, we expect you to find ways to improve our services and operations. You'll need to stay on top of the industry's latest technology, trends, and legislation. Your insight will inform San Marcos priorities and policies.
Serving the public is paramount to all that we do. We are driven by the more than 95,000 residents who count on us every day. For that reason, you must be responsive, collaborative and accountable to our community, customers and stakeholders. This includes working with our City Council as needed and representing the City on boards, commissions and committees.
If you are ready to join a team that welcomes fresh ideas – and empowers you to put them to work in a city that is hitting its stride – we'd love to hear from you.
Serving the public is paramount to all that we do. We are driven by the more than 95,000 residents who count on us every day. For that reason, you must be responsive, collaborative and accountable to our community, customers and stakeholders. This includes working with our City Council as needed and representing the City on boards, commissions and committees.
If you are ready to join a team that welcomes fresh ideas – and empowers you to put them to work in a city that is hitting its stride – we'd love to hear from you.
Learn more about the culture and team at San Marcos by watching this video.
- Earn a competitive salary
- Our 9/80 work week means you'll have every other Friday off
- Eligible for the City’s remote work policy
- Gain generous health benefits (all medical premiums employer paid at 90%)
- Enjoy ample time off (13 paid holidays, vacation and executive leave)
- Participate in the CalPERS retirement system (Classic members 2% @ 55, PEPRA members 2% @ 62) and Social Security
- Tuition Reimbursement Program of up to $1,500 per fiscal year, which can also be used for student loan payments
RECRUITMENT TIMELINE:
| APPLICATION PERIOD | Applications accepted beginning August 15, 2024 |
| OPEN UNTIL FILLED | This recruitment will accept applications on a continuous basis and will be open until filled. |
| FIRST APPLICATION REVIEW | The first review of applications will be held on the week of October 7, 2024. Selected candidates will be contacted when the first interview date has been established. |
| FIRST INTERVIEWS | TBD |
| SECOND INTERVIEWS | TBD |
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education/Training
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or a related field.
Experience
Six years of increasingly responsible, professional civil engineering experience, including two years of project management, administrative, and/or supervisory responsibility.
Possession of a valid California Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer is required.
Possession of an appropriate, valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record
Salary : $124,205 - $186,369
