Posting Date
10/29/26
Application Deadline
11/05/26
Pay Range
$90,000 - $133,750 annually
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Job Type
Unclassified
Department
Transportation
About the Position
Do you enjoy leading a construction project and seeing a project design come to life? Would you enjoy a challenging yet rewarding position that provides the infrastructure for the traveling public to travel safely and efficiently throughout Maricopa County? Then the Resident Engineer position is for you!
In this role, you will lead the project lifecycle from construction through project closeout. You will utilize your expertise to ensure the project construction is delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with the plans and contract documents. With limited supervision, you will independently perform construction oversight, administration, and management, and will have full responsibility for delivering the project. You will also speak with citizens, other agencies, and organizations on behalf of the County and serve as the subject-matter expert on assigned projects.
About Us
We value your time. The time with your family. The time you spend on the road. And the time you spend making a difference. At the Maricopa County Department of Transportation, we provide connections that improve people’s lives. By combining innovative technologies with the vast talent of our employees, we plan for future needs and operate a transportation system with the community in mind. Are you interested in contributing to the community in which you work, live, and play? Then join our team, and help us build connections.
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance with a hybrid work schedule option
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits, including access to the Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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We Require
Two years of experience as a resident engineer on roadway, bridge, and transportation construction projects
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) by the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration, or by the technical board of another state, with the ability to obtain Arizona registration within six months of employment
Other Requirements
Successful candidates must currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona Driver's license by the time of hire and have an acceptable driving record.
We Also Value
Four or more years of professional civil engineering work experience
Experience on federally funded construction projects
Experience in review of projects for constructability and bid-readiness
Certified Construction Manager (CCM) and/or training in Job-Order-Contract construction delivery method
Job Contributions
Manage, plan, and coordinate various-sized construction projects from routine to complex, including roadway, bridge, drainage, and transportation improvements
Perform construction oversight, administration, and management duties with full responsibility and accountability for all aspects of projects
Review, inspect, and monitor projects under contract; resolve discrepancies between field conditions and design plans; recommend methods of resolving complex problems
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