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Civil Engineer Supervisor

City of Seattle

Seattle Public Utilities

Recent

Location

Salary

$81.17 - $94.12

per hour

Closes

February 25, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves leading a team of engineers to design and oversee complex projects for Seattle's drinking water systems, such as pipelines, pump stations, and infrastructure improvements, while ensuring everything meets high standards from planning to construction.

A good fit would be someone with strong civil engineering experience who enjoys supervising diverse teams, managing budgets and timelines, and contributing to environmental goals like cleaner waterways.

It's ideal for a leader passionate about public utilities and community impact in a supportive, inclusive workplace.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
  • Six years of professional civil engineering experience, including at least two years in a supervisory or lead role
  • Experience supervising design teams on water infrastructure projects like pipelines, pump stations, and cathodic protection
  • Ability to serve as project engineer and Engineer of Record on complex, high-visibility projects
  • Skills in preparing plans, budgets, specifications, and overseeing construction compliance
  • Strong leadership in staff development and ensuring high-quality design outputs
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusive practices in a team environment

Full Job Description

Do you want to play a key role in shaping the future of Seattle’s waterways and environmental health?

Seattle Public Utilities’ (SPU) has a position opening for a Civil Engineer Supervisor within the Engineering and Technical Services Division (ETSD).

SPU is committed to service excellence and is looking for candidates with a background in Civil Engineer Supervisor experience.

A successful candidate would provide an exceptional work ethic, a team-oriented mindset and the ability to work with a diverse staff in a dynamic work environment.

This position is represented by PROTEC17 Professional and Technical Employees.

If you’re ready to combine your engineering expertise with meaningful environmental action, join us in creating a cleaner, healthier future for Seattle.

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

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)

Requirements

Supervises staff performing or serves as project engineer and Engineer of Record on the most technically complex, visible and/or controversial projects or programs involving several design specialties including: Drinking water pipelines, conveyance pipes, valving, pump stations, ER-DIP, cathodic protection, water system appurtenances, site restoration, ADA ramp designs, and general utility infrastructure projects.

  • Leads the Drinking Water Design and Engineering Group.
  • Supervises activities of a design team in the preparation of preliminary and long range plans, schedules, estimates, budgets, detailed final construction plans, specifications, and agreements. Oversees project progress from design through construction.
  • Monitors the work of consultants and construction contractors to ensure compliance with contract provisions and scope of work.
  • Supervises the preparation of a variety of reports, correspondence and official documents.
  • Performs other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned.
  • Supervises the growth and development of staff.
  • Ensure high quality design products from staff.


Qualifications

Education: A Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology or other combinations of education and/or experience which provides preparation to complete professional Civil Engineering work.

Experience: Requires six years professional civil engineering experience, including two years supervisory experience

License, Certification and Other Requirements
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Washington.
  • Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.

Desired Qualifications: You will be most successful in this role if you possess one or more of the

following:

• Results and value driven.

• Experience and a desire to lead projects, initiatives, and people.

• Excellent people and communication skills – and a developed sense of emotional intelligence.

• Successful experience in mentoring and developing staff.

• Thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Committed to public service and fostering trust in government

• Highly organized.


Special Conditions:

Most work is performed in a normal City work/office environment.

  • Field assignments may entail exposure to all types of weather, traffic, and work in or near construction sites.
  • May be required to work nights, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.

Additional Information

How to Apply:

In addition to fully completing the online application, we require candidates to attach a current resume, and cover letter describing your work experience(s) and how that makes you a good candidate for this role.

The full salary range for this position is $81.17 per hour - $94.12 per hour.

This position allows for the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. Starting January 2, 2025, City employees will have the option to work remotely two days per week.

Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor.Who may apply: All qualified candidates may apply, including external candidates and internal employees of the City of Seattle (COS).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 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

Application Requirement(s):

  1. A complete NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application
  2. Attached Resume & Cover Letter describing your skills and experience in relation to this position.
  3. Supplemental Questions Responses

*** You must include both a resume and cover letter. If you do not submit these documents, your application will not be considered. Please ensure that BOTH documents have successfully been uploaded before submitting your application. ***



If you have any questions, please contact Kyle Chow at kyle.chow@seattle.gov


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Posted on NEOGOV: 1/22/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/4/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-seattle-5208576