Senior Engineer- Government & Public Works
Job Type
Full-time
Description

  

DCCM is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Engineer / Senior Project Manager to lead the planning, design, and delivery of municipal and public infrastructure projects throughout Georgia. This leadership role requires a seasoned professional with strong technical expertise, proven project management capabilities, and a demonstrated ability to cultivate client relationships and drive business growth.

The ideal candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to local governments, public agencies, and utility clients while leading multidisciplinary design teams and managing projects from concept through construction.


Key Responsibilities: 


Project Leadership & Management

  • Manage multiple public works and infrastructure projects simultaneously, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with client expectations.
  • Serve as Project Manager and Engineer of Record for municipal and government-related projects.
  • Oversee project planning, scheduling, budgeting, staffing, and quality control.
  • Coordinate internal resources and subconsultants to achieve project objectives.
  • Monitor project financial performance, including contract compliance, invoicing, and profitability.

Design Team Leadership

  • Lead and mentor multidisciplinary engineering and design teams.
  • Provide technical guidance and quality assurance throughout project development.
  • Direct the preparation of engineering plans, specifications, reports, studies, and construction documents.
  • Foster collaboration among engineers, designers, and technical staff to deliver high-quality solutions.

Client Management & Relationship Development

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with municipalities, counties, public authorities, utilities, and government agencies throughout Georgia.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients.
  • Identify opportunities to expand services and strengthen existing client partnerships.
  • Represent DCCM at client meetings, public presentations, workshops, and industry events.

Business Development

  • Support and lead business development initiatives throughout Georgia.
  • Identify and pursue new opportunities within local government, public works, and utility sectors.
  • Prepare and contribute to Statements of Qualifications (SOQs), proposals, presentations, and interviews.
  • Collaborate with leadership to develop strategic growth plans and expand DCCM's presence in the Georgia market.
  • Participate in professional organizations and industry associations to enhance visibility and market positioning.

Technical Responsibilities

  • Provide engineering and project      oversight for public infrastructure projects that may include: 
    • Stormwater management
    • Municipal utilities
    • Transportation improvements
    • Public works facilities
    • Water and wastewater systems
    • Capital improvement programs
  • Ensure designs comply with applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Review and approve engineering deliverables and technical reports.
Requirements

  

Required

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Georgia, or ability to obtain Georgia PE through reciprocity within six months of hire.
  • Minimum 10 years of progressive engineering experience focused on government, municipal, public works, or infrastructure projects.
  • Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary design teams.
  • Proven project management experience overseeing complex engineering projects.
  • Strong client management and relationship-building skills.
  • Established business development experience, including proposal development and pursuit management.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout Georgia for client meetings and project activities.

Preferred

  • Existing relationships with Georgia municipalities, county governments, utilities, and public agencies.
  • Experience managing federally funded projects.
  • Prior supervisory or departmental leadership experience.
  • Experience with capital improvement planning and infrastructure funding programs.