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Supervising Civil Engineer
City of Seattle
Seattle Public Utilities
Location
Seattle, Washington, 98104
Salary
$81.17 - $94.12
per hour
Type
Full-Time
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April 1, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves leading a team of project managers while also handling major infrastructure projects related to water, drainage, and wastewater systems for the City of Seattle.
The role focuses on planning schedules, managing budgets, and ensuring projects stay on track, all while coordinating with various teams and stakeholders.
It's a great fit for an experienced engineer who enjoys supervising others, solving complex technical challenges, and contributing to public utilities that serve the community.
Key Requirements
- Supervise 5-8 senior civil engineers or project managers, including coaching and mentoring
- Serve as project manager for complex, large-scale water, drainage, and wastewater infrastructure projects
- Develop and manage project schedules, scopes, budgets, and deliverables
- Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams including design engineers, construction staff, public outreach, and real property experts
- Demonstrate extensive engineering expertise in utility infrastructure
- Handle significant administrative responsibilities and negotiations
Full Job Description
Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is recruiting for a Civil Engineer Supervisor.
In addition to supervising 6-8 project managers, the Civil Engineer Supervisor will serve as a project manager for technically complex and large-scale water, drainage, and wastewater infrastructure projects.
Responsibilities include developing and managing project schedules, defining and controlling project scope, and overseeing budgets.
This role requires coordination of significant administrative responsibilities and extensive engineering expertise.
If you feel this may be the perfect job for you, please continue reading ...and APPLY!
About Seattle Public Utilities (SPU): Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a Community Centered Utility whose mission is to foster healthy people, environment, and economy by partnering with our community to equitably manage water and waste resources for today and future generations.
We deliver high quality, vital services, across four major lines of business: providing water, solid waste, drainage and wastewater services for Seattle residents and businesses.
In addition, SPU provides drinking water for 1.5 million regional customers in Seattle and other municipalities.
Our customers depend on us to deliver high quality, reliable, and cost-conscious utility services and to achieve the highest benefits possible for every investment we make.
For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), please visit:
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.
Why join us?
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
- Family-friendly and multicultural work environment
- Generous benefits package
- Free public transportation options
- City pension plan with employer/employee contributions
- Growth potential and advancement opportunities
Requirements
- Administrative Supervisor of five Senior Civil Engineers working as project managers.
- Coaching and mentoring team members.
- Serve as SPU project manager for technically complex or large water, drainage, and wastewater infrastructure projects, including developing and managing schedule, clarifying and managing scope and controlling budget
- Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful completion.
- Develop and lead project-specific SPU teams including design engineers, Lines of Business representatives, construction engineers, public outreach, and real property staff.
- Develop and negotiate consultant contracts and agreements with other agencies.
- Completes regular project reporting in conjunction with Project Controller(s) and track project documentation following standard procedures.
- Lead procurement process for design consultants on SPU projects.
- Coordinate review of designs prepared by consultants.
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.
Qualifications
Experience: Minimum of six (6) years’ professional civil engineering experience, including two (2) years supervisory experience.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology.
Experience and Education Equivalency: Combinations of appropriate education, training, certification, and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability to the minimum education and experience requirements.
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:
- Experience mentoring less experienced staff.
- Understanding of how to apply Continuous Improvement principles.
- A demonstrated desire to support the development of effective project teams to serve ratepayers.
Additional Information
How to Apply: Please fully complete an online application. Please attach resumes and cover letters, as they will be considered in the review of the candidate’s qualifications.
Workplace Environment: This position allows for the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. Employees are required to come into the office three times a week. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor.
The full salary range for this position is $81.17 - $94.12 per hour.
Benefits: 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
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.
If you have any questions, please contact Charles Gilmore at charles.gilmore2@seattle.gov
Learn more about Seattle Public Utilities at our web page www.seattle.gov/util/.
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