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Principal Civil Engineer - Water

Cordoba Corporation
Los Angeles, CA Remote Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/14/2026

Overview

Cordoba is a leading civil engineering and design firm based in California. We are seeking a Principal Engineer with hands-on experience in the engineering and design of water and potable water facilities, who is looking for an opportunity for career progression. This position will be responsible for leading the development and expansion of our Water business unit. The primary fnctions are to develop and grow the Water team, performing planning, engineering, design and cost estimating for wastewater collection and treatment projects and may include the stamping of plans and engineering documents as required. Project components may include pipelines, pump stations, storage tanks and treatment systems. The ideal candidate will be proactive and excel in an entrepreneurial environment with limited support and guidance.

Responsibilities

  • Update and execute the strategic plan for our water team.
  • Perform planning, engineering, and cost estimating for water collection and treatment projects.
  • Develop and maintain positive client relationships.
  • Grow and develop contracts with existing clients and lead business development for new projects and clients.
  • Develop the design of water infrastructure from conceptual and preliminary engineering to final design to produce plans, specifications, and estimate (PS&E) bid packages.
  • Ensure products meet scope, schedule, budget and quality requirements.
  • Develop processes, procedures and standards to ensure efficiency and quality.
  • Recruit, hire and integrate talent.
  • Complete smaller projects independently and lead small teams of engineers to complete larger projects.
  • Write, format and edit materials, including memos, reports and studies, independently with limited support.
  • Represent respective projects at meetings with client, stakeholders and contractors.
  • Train and mentor staff including interns and junior engineers.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required; Civil Engineering preferred
  • Minimum 10-15 years of engineering and design experience with water and potable infrastructure projects is required
  • California Professional Engineering License (CA PE) is required
  • 2-5 years of experience supervising civil engineering teams is preferred
  • Experience developing and reviewing construction drawings for water infrastructure, including pipelines and lift stations
  • Experience preparing specifications and cost estimates for water infrastructure.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills and ability to work within a team environment
  • Experience with AutoCAD or MicroStation for the design of civil infrastructure
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, MS Project

 

Pay Range:  $180,000 - $210,000 per year

 

Work Location: REMOTE with occasional travel for site visits and meetings as required in Los Angeles, CA (California residents only)

 

Travel: Up to 5-10% within the Los Angeles, CA area

 

Physical Requirements: Ability to climb stairs or ladders and walk on uneven surfaces or platforms to perform job walks.

 

Visa Sponsorship: Must have legal authorization to work in the U.S.A. on a full-time basis without sponsorship.

Our Company

Cordoba Corporation, Making a Difference

Cordoba Corporation is a nationally recognized civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. Collaborating closely with our clients, we have successfully delivered complex and high-impact infrastructure projects across California.

 

National Recognition - Cordoba’s efforts have garnered national acclaim. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a “top 100 construction management firm” and a “top 50 program management firm.” Additionally, ENR recognized Cordoba as a “top 100 design firm” in California in 2018. Our business model emphasizes efficiency, fostering a dynamic work environment. We approach projects with multifaceted strategies, ensuring successful outcomes.

 

Statewide Presence - With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a strong statewide presence. Our offices extend to San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego.

 

Enhancing Employee Well-Being

Benefits and PerksWe offer multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance. Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire.  Additionally, Cordoba provides employees with paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off.  We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans. Employees are also eligible for our  employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being.

 

Cordoba Corporation provides equal employment opportunities, promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Harassment-Free Workplace: We strictly prohibit workplace harassment based on any factor, including race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Cordoba is committed to fostering a healthy and happy lifestyle for our employees, both within and beyond the workplace.

 

For inquiries or accommodations, please contact our HR Department at: (213) 895-0224.

 

Join Cordoba Corporation and be part of shaping California’s future!

 

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Salary : $180,000 - $210,000

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