Senior Water Resources Engineer (Civil Engineer, Sr.)

Are you an experienced Civil Engineer with a background in water resources and capital project management expertise? 

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is seeking a talented and driven Senior Water Resources Engineer to join our team. As the third key member of our newly formed Water Resources Projects group, you'll play a vital role in overseeing significant capital and repair projects that are central to our mission within the SPU Water Line of Business.

In this role, you'll be more than just an engineer; you'll be a leader in conducting essential water system analyses, identifying business case opportunities, and guiding projects from concept to completion. With a focus on dam safety and capital improvement, you'll collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders, driving projects that will impact our community for years to come. If you're ready to take on the challenge of managing a $60+ million capital improvement program and leading projects that matter, we want to hear from you.

About Seattle Public Utilities: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.5 million customers in the region. SPU's work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), checkout the:  

• SPU Website

• Strategic Business Plan

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.

We know work isn't only about what you do it's also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

•  Hybrid work schedule opportunities (As Appropriate)

• Family-friendly and multicultural work environment

• Generous benefits package

• Free Orca Pass

• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions

• Growth potential and advancement opportunities

Key responsibilities for this role:

• Leading Water Resources business cases up to the selection of a preferred option

• Managing O&M and capital projects from start to finish

• Maintaining communication and relationships

• Leading teams for projects and planning efforts

• Managing maintenance planning for Water Resource's assets

• Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Education/Experience: Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology and five (5) years professional civil engineering experience

OR

In lieu of a Bachelor's Degree in an accredited program, nine (9) years of professional civil engineering work experience under the supervision of a licensed engineer may be substituted. There is no equivalency for the PE license.

ADDITIONALLY

All Candidates will need to possess the following required qualifications:

• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Washington

• Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility

Desired Skills/Experience:

• Classwork and experience in water resources, hydrology, and hydraulic design and analysis, and water rights

• Experience managing capital projects with values of one million dollars or more, including initiation, options analysis, design, construction, and transition to operation

• Experience coordinating multi-disciplinary teams, including equipment operators, subject matter experts, stakeholders, and resource agencies

• Experience communicating technical information to technical and non-technical audiences, including organizational leadership, members of the public, stakeholders, and Indian tribal members and staff

• Experience writing both generally but particularly on technical topics, including reviewing, contributing to, and leading development of complete technical reports

• Enthusiasm for mixed field and office work, challenging projects, and building teams

This position allows for the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. Starting November 4, 2024, City employees will have the option to work remotely two days a week. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor. 

Who may apply: The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

The full salary range for this position is:  $66.70 - $77.67 per hour

How to Apply:

•  Submit complete City of Seattle online application

• Upload your current resume

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Ernest Stephens at Ernest.Stephens@Seattle.gov.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.

More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans