Public Works Senior Engineer I, II

About the role

The City of McKinney seeks to hire a Public Works Senior Civil Engineer I or Public Works Senior Civil Engineer II. This position plays a vital leadership role in delivering high-quality public infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Manages public works infrastructure projects under the direction of an Assistant Director, including contractor and consultant oversight.
• Collaborates with Engineering and all Public Works divisions to ensure project alignment and support CIP development.
• Coordinates with Public Works, Engineering, Finance, Purchasing, and outside agencies to respond to public and interdepartmental inquiries.
• Develops, reviews, and coordinates plans, specifications, estimates, and contracts for public works projects.
• Performs QA/QC reviews on plans and technical documents.
• Issues field directives within authority and performs construction management to ensure timely, compliant delivery.
• Supports hydraulic modeling in coordination with Water staff and Engineering.
• Supports Wastewater Division with collection system modeling, lift station and force main evaluations, and I&I reduction planning.
• Works with Street Operations to interpret pavement condition data and develop pavement preservation strategies.
• Ensures compliance with city engineering standards, safety standards, environmental and permitting requirements.
• Assists with development and updates to design manuals, construction specifications, and Public Works standards (utilities, drainage, ROW).
• Conducts public meetings and supports public involvement for city projects.
• Prepares technical reports, ordinances, resolutions, and presentations for City Council, committees, and external agencies.
• Led consultant selection processes including scoping, bidding, negotiation, and contract preparation.
• Manages professional service and construction contracts, including tracking, invoicing, and compliance.
• Provides engineering support during operational emergencies (e.g., water main breaks, SSOs, storm response, infrastructure failures).
• Reviews ROW permits, utility conflicts, and ADA compliance for pedestrian facilities.
• Coordinates with Fleet and Facilities on infrastructure-related engineering needs when impacts affect public works operations.
• Provides technical direction, training, and support to City staff.
• Prepares progress updates, project schedules, and budget performance reports.
• Makes recommendations for technical advancements.
• Performs supervisory duties in the absence of the Assistant Director.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• A valid Texas Professional Engineering License.
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in public works engineering.
• Experience managing complex capital and operational projects.
• Knowledge of city engineering standards, safety standards, environmental and permitting requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet schedules and timelines.

Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and other drafting and engineering instruments and equipment.
• Ability to research methods, analyze situations accurately, and adopt an effective course of action.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures as they relate to Civil Engineering.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to mentor, train, and motivate others.
• Ability to adapt approved engineering methods and standards to the design and construction of a variety of projects.
• Ability to utilize a variety of advisory and design data and information, such as technical study reports, engineering drawings, budget printouts, zoning and subdivision codes, planning maps, engineering designs and city ordinances.
• Ability to work from construction plans, shop drawings, and sketches, perform data entry, maintain records, and prepare reports.
• Ability to use GIS software systems such as ESRI, and other data systems such as CityWorks to analyze infrastructure conditions and make planning recommendations.

Benefits

Salary range based on experience:

• Senior Civil Engineer I: $95,484.96 - $138,456.43 annually
• Senior Civil Engineer II: $101,548.26 - $147,248.42 annually

Pay

Salary range based on experience:

• Senior Civil Engineer I: $95,484.96 - $138,456.43 annually
• Senior Civil Engineer II: $101,548.26 - $147,248.42 annually

Schedule

Full-time position.