Project Engineer

Project Engineer

Salary

$109,192.00 - $116,050.00 Annually

Location

Smith County Road & Bridge Admin (South) 135 SSE Loop 323 Tyler, TX 75702, TX

Job Type

Exempt

Job Number

00669

Department

Road and Bridge, Administration

Opening Date

07/21/2026

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Summary/Objective

Assists the County Engineer with planning, design, construction, and oversight of county road, bridge, and drainage projects while supporting subdivision administration and regulatory compliance.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the County Engineer/Road Administrator in the review and approval of subdivision plats, construction plans, and planning materials from developers as indicated in the Smith County Subdivision Regulations.
• Assist the County Engineer/Road Administrator in road maintenance activities, including roadway reconstruction, drainage maintenance, and right-of-way maintenance.
• Conduct regular on-site inspections of construction activities, including paving, drainage, bridges, etc. to ensure compliance and to verify that construction adheres to approved plans
• Assist in the administration of the County's flood plain ordinance.
• Supervise and inspect capital improvement projects and departmental annual contracts.
• Act as Smith County liaison with other counties, municipalities and State agencies.
• Work directly and in depth with citizens, employees, peers, supervisors, commissioners, and other department directors in problem resolution.
• Prepare and provide presentations to Commissioners Court, boards, committees, and to various groups and organizations as called upon.
• Represent the county on task forces and boards that relate to official capacity.
• Prepare, maintain, and monitor the Phase II MS4 Annual Report for Texas Commission of Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and oversee the annual reporting for all state and federal compliance.
• Communicates with and responds to constituents, other departments, and public or private entities requests for services or projects.
• May organize and manage the department's operations/dispatch center, administrative support, and emergency response operations.
• May be required to work outside of normal business hours.
• Assist in other areas as needed.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrate leadership through example.
• Demonstrate initiative and the ability to work independently.
• Effectively manage time and resources to maximize productivity and minimize operational downtime.
• Adhere to all County safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Collaborate effectively while maintaining a safe work environment.
• General knowledge of hardware and software applications for the operating of personal computers, spreadsheets, GIS, CADD software, plotters and survey equipment
• Plan, execute and manage the design of major public works construction projects
• Establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships with public officials, contractors, and with other county or local governmental departments
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills in dealing with internal and external customers
• Build excellent working relationships with regulatory agencies and the community
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science Degree (or Master's Degree) in Civil Engineering
• Minimum of five (5) years related experience in public works projects
• Experience in Flood Plain Management and the ability to obtain Certified Floodplain Management credentials within one (1) year of employment
• Direct supervisory experience, including diverse groups of subordinates

Licenses and Certifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas (or able to obtain within 12 months.)
• Valid Texas Driver's License

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Frequent sitting, standing, bending and walking.
• Occasional light lifting (30-40 lbs.) and carrying light loads for distances of up to 120 ft.
• Continuous use of the computer and keyboard.
• Continuous reading and communication both on the telephone and in person.

HOLIDAYS

Smith County employees enjoy 12 holidays a year. These are:

• New Years Day
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Presidents Day
• Good Friday
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans Day
• Thanksgiving
• Christmas
• Administrative Day (Employees Choice)

Each year, Commissioners Court sets the official holiday schedule.

VACATION LEAVE

1 day earned per month (12 days per year). After 5 years of service, 1 1/4 days earned per month (15 per year). After 10 years service, 1 1/2 days earned per month (18 per year).

SICK LEAVE

1 day given per month. Allowed to accrue maximum of 80 days.

SICK LEAVE POOL

Smith County has established a Sick Leave Pool on a voluntary, contributory basis.

MILITARY LEAVE

Granted up to 15 calendar days per year.

ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE

Unpaid leave may be granted by Department Head for up to 60 days (over 60 days requires Commissioners Court approval) for purposes of:

(1) education that may contribute to the benefit of the County,

(2) public service assignment,

(3) attending to important personal business.

CITIZENSHIP LEAVE

Provides that employees receive normal pay during period called for jury duty which includes both the jury selection process and, if selected, the time the employee actually spends serving on the jury; serving as a subpoenaed witness; and for the purpose of voting.

FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE

Provides for up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave to eligible employees for certain family and medical reasons during a 12-month period, and up to 26 weeks of unpaid leave in a single 12-month period to care for a covered service member with a serious injury or illness.

MEDICAL INSURANCE

Smith County offers a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan to its employees and employees eligible dependents. The plan is administered by The Health Plan.

DRUG CARD COVERAGE

Employee prescription costs are $10 Copay for Generic, $30 Copay for Formulary Brand, $45 Copay for Non-Formulary Brand. Mail service is available for maintenance prescriptions. 90-day max supply retail or mail order.

• Mandatory Generic - if generic is available, you will pay the difference between the generic drug and the Brand, plus the Brand copay.

DENTAL INSURANCE

Preventative checkups and cleaning (2 per year) at no cost to employee. Dental work after a $50 deductible per year (maximum of $150 per family) has maximum benefit of $2,000 per year per covered person. Basic services are covered at 80%, major services at 80% and orthodontics (up to age 19) at 50% up to $1,500 lifetime benefit.

LIFE INSURANCE

Up to $10,000 paid for by County. Additional supplemental coverage available at employees expense.

ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT INSURANCE

Furnished at no cost to employee. Pays 50% of life amount for loss of limb or eye; 100% for loss of 2 limbs or death due to an accident.

RETIREMENT

Employees are eligible to retire: after 20 years of service regardless of age, at age 60 with at least 8 years of service or when age plus service equals 75.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION

A payroll deduction savings plan which allows employees to contribute a portion of their salary before Federal taxes - to invest in a tax-favored supplemental retirement program.

For additional benefits information click on the link below:

https://www.smith-county.com/government/departments/human-resources/benefits

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Do you current hold a Professional Engineer License?

• Yes
• No

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Are you eligible to obtain a Professional Engineer License within one year of employment?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Smith County

Address 200 E. Ferguson Street

Suite 202

Tyler, Texas, 75702

Phone 903-590-4641

Website http://www.smith-county.com