Utility Construction Principal Engineer

Company: Clark County Water Reclamation District
Location: Las Vegas
Posted on: March 3, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description The Clark County Water Reclamation District is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Utility Construction Principal Engineer position. This position will be primarily responsible for: - Planning, organizing, supervising, integrating, and evaluating the work and performance of professional and technical staff, including internal staff and external consultants, to oversee the project management of multiple small-, mid-, and large-scale capital construction projects as part of the District's Capital Improvement Program (CIP). - Contributing to the overall quality of the work group by developing and coordinating work teams and by reviewing, recommending, and implementing improved departmental policies and procedures. - Providing technical oversight, reviews studies and design plans prepared by consultants, reviews work in progress, and ensures that all work complies with drawings, specifications, and standards. - Establishing a positive working environment, leading by example, and mitigating conflict by demonstrating effective interpersonal skills, an ability to critically think, and be an active and engaged team member. - Interfacing with District staff in other service groups, utility agencies, consultants, contractors and other governmental agencies to clarify issues, resolve problems and enforce standards and policies. Click here to view a complete description of the job classification. This recruitment will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources. Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. Education and Experience: - Bachelor's Degree in an appropriate engineering or construction management discipline. - Six (6) years of full-time professional experience in design engineering, construction management, or related areas. - At least two (2) years of experience in a supervisory or project management capacity. - Full-time professional experience in a related field may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis, up to a maximum of two (2) years. Licenses/Certifications: - Must possess a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of application. - Current certificate of registration as a Professional Engineer issued by the State of Nevada. - Reciprocity: Employees with out-of-state certifications for any of the above may seek Nevada certification through reciprocity within one (1) year from date of hire. Background Investigation: - Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Additional background investigations may be conducted periodically after employment. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: - Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. Click here to view a complete description of the job classification. Click here to view a complete description of the job classification. Compensation details: 55.53-80.52 Hourly Wage PIa3a24ed666c6-25405-39796529

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