SENIOR ENGINEERING MANAGER - ROADS

Job Description:

SENIOR ENGINEERING MANAGER - ROADS

Description

OVERVIEW

An Exceptional Leadership Opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic leader to fill this critical role that serves as the backbone of our county's infrastructure development for the Public Works Roads Division. This position offers an outstanding opportunity to advance your career in engineering and leadership while making a lasting impact on community infrastructure that serves thousands of residents daily. You'll be stepping into a well-established program with strong foundations, ready for visionary leadership to guide it into the future. This role offers the perfect blend of technical expertise, leadership responsibility, and community impact for an experienced engineering professional ready to take the next step in their career.

As the Senior Engineering and Construction Manager, you will:

• Lead Strategic Infrastructure Programs - Take charge of our comprehensive Road Division Engineering and Construction program, overseeing the delivery of our $16-$20M Annual Construction Program and $3-5M in annual Stormwater Capital Improvement Projects through our Transportation Improvement Program (TIP).
  
• Direct a Substantial Team - Provide leadership and guidance to approximately 45 full-time professional and technical staff across five key divisions: Design, Project Management, Surveying, Real Estate Services, and Construction, plus developmental interns.
  
• Manage Complex Engineering Projects - Oversee the complete project lifecycle from initial engineering designs, plans, and specifications through construction delivery on complex transportation, road, bridge, and stormwater capital improvement projects valued at $12-$16 million annually.
  
• Navigate Multi-Stakeholder Coordination - Coordinate programs and projects with other County Departments, Public Utilities, State agencies, and the public while solving complex and often controversial engineering and infrastructure challenges.
  
• Drive Operational Excellence - Manage critical project components including site and construction surveying, base-mapping, right-of-way management, property acquisition, utility easements, and comprehensive utility coordination.
  
• Ensure Accountability and Quality - Oversee staff performance management, resolve complex service complaints, conduct alternatives analyses to balance public and private interests, and represent the department in legal proceedings when required.
  
• Manage Resources and Budget - Develop and execute the Engineering and Construction annual budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for staffing, professional development, training, and equipment needs.
  

What you bring:

• Professional Engineering Credentials: Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Washington State, or actively securing Washington State comity, demonstrating your commitment to professional excellence and regulatory compliance.
• Educational Excellence: Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, or related field from an accredited institution, with preference for master’s degree in engineering disciplines.
• Proven Leadership Experience: Minimum 2 years of supervisory or lead experience managing engineering teams, with demonstrated ability to set priorities, motivate staff, and drive project success.
• Comprehensive Engineering Background: Either 6+ years of relevant engineering experience working under a PE , or equivalent combination of education and professional licensure that demonstrates deep technical competency.
• Project Management Expertise: Proven ability to manage complex project portfolios, coordinate professional services, and deliver results within scope, schedule, and budget constraints.
• Advanced Communication Skills: Demonstrated experience in public presentations, technical testimony, and stakeholder engagement, with ability to translate complex engineering concepts for diverse audiences.
• Strategic Procurement Experience: Understanding of professional services procurement, contract negotiation, and consultant management in the public sector environment.
• Preferred Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Construction Manager (CMAA) credentials that enhance your project delivery capabilities.

*Engineering means the "practice of engineering" as defined in RCW 18.43.020.
For the complete job description: https://www.kitsap.gov/hr/JobClassifications/Engineering%20and%20Construction%20Manager.pdf
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OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION

• Who May Apply: This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills.
• This position is classified as exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• This position is non-represented and covered under the Kitsap County Personnel Manual. Internal applicants should be aware that a change in union status or bargaining unit may impact your benefits and accruals. Please contact Human Resources if you have questions.
  
• Driving Requirements
  • The successful incumbent must meet the driving requirements of this position and submit a copy of the current driving record/abstract (from state of residency) to review for eligibility to drive for Kitsap County prior to employment. The successful incumbent must obtain a valid Washington State Driver's License prior to hire and maintain a satisfactory driving record as outlined in the Kitsap County Vehicle Use Policy. This position is categorized as:
    • Category 1: operates County-owned vehicle, and
    • Category 2: Driver may operate a personal vehicle as an essential function for official County business. Any employee using a personal vehicle on official County business shall be required to maintain auto liability insurance, in addition to having a valid driver's license.
• Prior to employment, the successful candidate must:
  • Submit official transcripts from an accredited college or university or business school, if education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications.
  • Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting.
  • Authorize and complete a criminal background check. Information received is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove a candidate from consideration.
• Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office.
  
• Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the application materials submitted. Per RCW 42.56.250, all applications for public employment, including the names of applicants, resumes, and other related materials submitted with respect to an applicant are exempt from public inspection.
• This recruitment is being used to fill an existing open position, and may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months.
• Flexible hours are available, as approved by management.

This position is open until filled. The first review for this position in scheduled for the week of July 14, 2025. This position will be reviewed weekly after the first review.

At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees.

County Paid Benefits Include:
Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO)
Dental - Delta Dental or Willamette
Vision - VSP
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life Insurance - Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL)
Disability - Short-term disability & Long-term disability
Voya Voluntary Insurance
Transportation incentives
Employee Assistance Program
Travel Assistance Program
Wellness program
Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employee's hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Benefits.aspx or the Kitsap County Digital Benefits Guide .

*Voluntary benefit options also available at the employee's expense

Retirement:
Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security.

Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program

Holidays
11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year. One additional floating holiday after 10 years of service.

Vacation Leave
New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next. Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows:

Upon completion of 2 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month)
Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month)
Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month)

Sick Leave
All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next.

***Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will be prorated***

Current County Employees
If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditor's Payroll Division of a change in union status.

NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Personnel-Manual-2019.aspx

Salary:

$126,455.27 - $161,777.14 Annually