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City of Bend · 1 month ago

Private Development Principal Engineer

Bend, OR

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

6+ years exp

The City of Bend is seeking a Principal Engineer in the Private Development Engineering Division of the Community Development Department. This role involves leading complex construction projects, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with other division leaders to address urban development challenges.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Work in the field supporting the Inspection Team and interacting with the development community. Use communication skills to resolve conflict and facilitate productive, solution-focused conversation based on Standards and Specifications

Provide supervision and support for Engineering Inspectors by understanding challenges, offering guidance, and developing strategies to improve processes

Supervise and mentor Private Development Engineering staff. Provide leadership and guidance with a focus on employee development and growth

Partner and collaborate with other Division Leaders in Community Development as member of the Community Development Department Management Team

Evaluate multiple sources of information and use analytical and evaluative judgement to problem-solve challenges related to specifications and, with approval from the Private Development City Engineer, implement creative solutions

Review complex Private Development plans

Qualification

Civil EngineeringProfessional Engineer CertificationConstruction ManagementPeople ManagementAnalytical SkillsCustomer Service MindsetCommunication SkillsProblem-SolvingMentoringCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) from a four-year college or university in Civil Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities as outlined in this job description

6 to 8 years' experience with 2 to 3 years of people management experience in a similar position and/or performing similar tasks

Certification as a Professional Engineer in the State of Oregon required or ability to acquire within six months of appointment

Current and valid Driver's license per City policies outlined in the Employee Handbook

Preferred

DBIA certification

Benefits

The City of Bend offers an excellent competitive benefits package for Employees and Dependents for health and dental coverage, retirement benefits, and a robust paid leave program.