Civil Project Engineer I/II/III

Civil Project Engineer I/II/III

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

2500 NW 1st Ave Bldg A, FL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

04751

Department

Public Works and Engineering

Division

Design 44/11801

Opening Date

10/15/2026

Closing Date

10/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

X

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Build Your Future with the City of Boca Raton!

At the City of Boca Raton, a career in public service is more than a job - it's your chance to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and sustainable coastal community. Driven by our core values of Fairness, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Trust, we are committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel appreciated, inspired, and supported.

Why Boca Raton?

As the second largest city in Palm Beach County, the City of Boca Raton offers robust benefits to their employees:

• Health Insurance Benefits: No-cost employee Medical, Dental & Vision plans
• Generous Paid Time Off: 12 paid holidays + vacation, sick, and 3 floating holidays
• Continuous Service Benefit: Paid out annually after 5 years of service
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedule
• Retirement Plans: Two pension/retirement options to choose from

Whether youre starting out or looking to take your public service career to the next level, the City of Boca Raton offers the tools, resources, and culture to help you succeed.

Apply now and join the city that's building careers and shaping a stronger tomorrow!

General Statement of Job:

Performs engineering and administrative work in the design of public works infrastructure; managing (with support) a variety of maintenance and capital improvements projects, including contract administration; project management from concept through construction; performs construction inspections; review and comment developers engineering projects; does related work as required. Reports directly to the Assistant City Engineer or the Capital Improvement Project Manager.

Positions Available:

• Civil Project Engineer I: Starting salary range from $75,449.17 to $96,725.84, based on education, experience and certifications.
• Civil Project Engineer II: Starting salary range from $83,182.71 to $106,640.23, based on education, experience and certifications.
• Civil Project Engineer III: Starting salary range from $91,708.94 to $117,570.86, based on education, experience and certifications.

Essential Functions

• Prepares and reviews a variety of estimates, designs, and specifications for a variety of capital improvements projects conducted by in-house staff and consultants.
• Provides project management and engineering work on capital improvement projects.
• Reviews and approves site and construction plans, and specification for codes conformance to established departmental standards, policies, and sound engineering principles.
• Reviews and approves pay request/invoices and change orders for construction projects.
• Participates in the preparation of specifications, maps, plans, profiles, field notes, and designs of capital improvement projects.
• Reviews, authorizes, and monitors construction permit compliance by private developers, inspects projects, prepares cost estimates, and initiates for noncompliance.
• Reviews new development and redevelopment projects, engineering and construction plans to assure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, policies and procedures and makes recommendations for necessary revisions.
• Responds to resident, business, and other City customer inquiries.
• Works in conjunction with consulting engineers and other governmental agencies on the coordination of capital projects.
• Assists in the preparation of long-range plans for needed capital improvements.
• Coordinates the activities of City, State and the Federal agencies, private contractors, and others involved with City projects.
• Reviews municipal and private development projects for compliance with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements.
• Assists with all tasks related to NPDES reporting requirements related to City stormwater utility systems
• Works in conjunction with GIS Analyst on the data maintenance and management of the GIS stormwater utility assets and operations.
• Provides support to Stormwater and Streets Divisions

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of

• The principles and practices of civil engineering as related to the preparation of plans and specifications, design, construction, and maintenance of public works projects.
• Modern methods and techniques as applied to the design, construction, and maintenance of public works projects.
• Construction management.
• Federal, State, and local laws governing local municipalities.

Skilled in

• Engineering plan preparation and review
• Land and engineering survey systems, methods, and techniques of engineering drafting
• The principles, practices, and techniques of computer-aided engineering drafting
• Prepare and present technical reports

Ability to

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, employees, contractors, and general public
• Express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Present to City officials, employees, contractors, and the general public
• Attend after-hour meetings as needed

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

Selected candidate may be considered for placement within the classification and pay range of Civil Project Engineer I, Civil Project Engineer II, or Civil Project Engineer III, subject to the criteria outlined below.

Civil Project Engineer I

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Engineering, Construction Management or related field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with hydraulic modeling and computer-aided design (CAD).

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of an Engineering in Training Certificate from the State of Florida, or eligibility to obtain within 6 months of hire date.
• Possession of a valid State of Florida Class "E" drivers license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period.

Civil Project Engineer II

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Engineering, Construction Management or related field
• 3+ years of experience performing engineering work related to Public Works and/or Utilities.
• Possession of an Engineering in Training or Engineer Intern Certificate from the State of Florida
• Possession of a valid State of Florida Class "E" drivers license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period.

Additional experience is accepted as a minimum requirement on the following basis: master's degree is equivalent to (1) year.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possession of a Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

Civil Project Engineer III

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field plus 5+ years of experience performing engineering work related to public works projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Florida required, or ability to secure Florida licensure within six (6) months if holding a license in another state.
• Received a passing score in the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, OR 3+ years of experience performing public sector general vertical and horizontal construction, with associated construction management experience.
• Possession of a valid State of Florida Class "E" drivers license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period.

Additional experience is accepted as a minimum requirement on the following basis: master's degree is equivalent to (1) year of experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with hydraulic modeling and computer-aided design (CAD).

POST OFFER PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:

Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following post-offer, pre-employment screening items:

• Criminal Background Check
• Employment Verification
• Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Check
• Education Verification
• Certification/License Verification
• Drug & Alcohol Screening

The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veteran-Friendly Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.

The City is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

Veterans' Preference: The City proudly supports veterans and provides employment preference to eligible veterans and other individuals as required by Florida law. Applicants eligible for Veterans' Preference are encouraged to indicate their eligibility and provide the required documentation during the application process.

BENEFITS SUMMARY

Full-Time Non-Bargaining Employees

ANNUAL LEAVE: Shall accrue prior to an employee attaining permanent status in the classified service and may be used after six (6) months of employment at the sole discretion of the Department Head, but it shall not be paid out upon resignation or termination unless the employee has attained permanent status (one full year). The maximum accrual is 360 hours.

Years of Service Accrual

0 to 5 full years 8 hours per month

5 to 10 full years 10 hours per month

10 to 15 full years 12 hours per month

15 full years and over 14 hours per month

CASH OUT OF ANNUAL LEAVE: Employees who have attained permanent status shall be permitted to cash out up to forty (40) hours of accrued and unused Annual Leave, either in a single lump sum payment or two or more partial payments, each fiscal year.

SICK LEAVE: 8 hours per month. Any hours in excess of 960 will be paid off annually at 50%. Upon retirement, employees with a minimum of 5 years continuous service will receive 50% of sick leave balance. Termination for reasons other than retirement shall be entitled to payment for accrued, but unused sick leave, as follows:

Years of Service Percentage

Less than 2 full years 0%

2 to 5 full years 10%

5 to 10 full years 20%

10 full years or more 30%

Retirement (normal, early or disability) 50%

HEALTH INSURANCE (Premiums): Employee Medical (Base Plan) - Paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the buy up employee coverage plans. Employee Dental (DHMO or Basic PPO Plan) & Vision (Basic Plan) paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the Employee + Dependent(s) for the Medical, Dental, & Vision Plan.

CONTINUOUS SERVICE BENEFIT: As of December 1, each year - Paid during the month of December.

Years of Service Benefit

5 to 10 full years $600 annually

10 to 15 full years $800 annually

15 full years and over $1,000 annually

RETIREMENT PLANS: The two pension/retirement options are listed below:

• An option to enroll in a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. The Defined Contribution Retirement Plan will not require a mandatory contribution. The City will contribute seven (7%) percent of the annual base wages annually. The vesting period for this plan shall be one (1) year from date of hire in the classified service, which coincides with your one-year probationary period.
• An option to enroll in a Defined Benefit Retirement Plan option is available. There is a ten (10) year vesting period with a multiplier of 2.00% at normal retirement and a mandatory seven and three-quarters (7.75%) percent employee contribution.
• The two (2) options will be fully explained prior to an irrevocable selection.

Optional: 457 Deferred Compensation Savings Plan is available.

HOLIDAYS: 15 per year: 12 recognized holidays and 3 floating days which are allocated for the fiscal year beginning October 1, to all 8 hour per day employees. Employees hired between October 1 and March 31 shall receive 3 floating holidays. Employees hired between April 1 and September 30 shall receive 1.5 floating holidays. Floating holidays must be used within the fiscal year. Non-task employees working 10-hour days receive 10, 10-hour paid holidays but do not receive floating holidays.

FUNERAL LEAVE: Up to 3 workdays - In State; Up to 5 workdays - Out of State

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement as outlined in the City's Tuition Reimbursement Policy which is available in Human Resources and subject to the availability of departmental funds.

MILITARY LEAVE: Members in military reserve units who attend annual training are entitled to paid leave not to exceed 30 days each calendar year.

EAP: Employees, spouses, and eligible dependents have access to five (5) face-to-face sessions with a counselor through Cignas Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Services include assistance with legal, financial, parenting, elder care, pet care, and identity theft.

01

Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

• Yes
• No

02

What is the highest level of education you have completed? NOTE: You must attach proof (diploma or degree or transcripts) of highest education completed with your application. Failure to do so may result in your application being marked as incomplete and removed from consideration.

• Less than High School
• High School Diploma or GED
• Trade or Vocational School
• Associates Degree or 60 credits of college courses
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree

03

What area of study is your education?

04

Do you possess a valid State of Florida Class "E" drivers license with no more than six (6) points in the last three (3) years prior to employment?

• Yes, I have a valid Florida drivers license.
• No, I do not have a Florida drivers license but can obtain within thirty (30) days of hire.
• No, I do not have a Florida drivers license and cannot obtain within thirty (30) days of hire.

05

Do you possess an Engineer in Training (EIT) or Engineer Intern Certificate from the State of Florida? If you do not, are you able to obtain it within 6 months of hire? If you do currently have the certification, please attach it to your application.

• Yes
• No, I am able to obtain within 6 months of hire
• No, I am NOT able to obtain within 6 months of hire

06

How many years of experience do you have performing engineering work related to Public Works and/or Utilities?

• I have no experience
• I have one to two years of experience
• I have two to three years of experience
• I have three to four years of experience
• I have four to five years of experience
• I have five or more years of experience

07

Please describe your experience performing engineering work related to Public Works and/or Utilities. If you have no experience, please list N/A.

08

Have you received a passing score in the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam? If so, please attach proof of your certification.

• Yes
• No

09

How many years of experience do you have in public sector general vertical and horizontal construction, with associated construction management experience?

• I have no experience
• I have one to two years of experience
• I have two to three years of experience
• I have three to four years of experience

10

Do you have experience with hydraulic modeling and computer-aided design (CAD)?

• Yes
• No

11

Please describe your experience with hydraulic modeling and computer-aided design (CAD). If you have no experience, please put N/A.

Required Question

Employer City of Boca Raton

Address 201 W. Palmetto Park Road

Boca Raton, Florida, 33432

Phone 561-393-7805

Website http://www.myboca.us