Resident Engineer

Posting Date

05/06/26

Application Deadline

05/20/26

Pay Range

$90,000 - $126,500 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

Flood Control District

About the Position

The Resident Engineer is the Flood Control District’s on-site technical lead, guiding the successful delivery of public infrastructure projects from the ground up. In this role, you will apply your engineering expertise to oversee construction activities, lead field inspections, troubleshoot issues in real time, and keep communication flowing among contractors, consultants, project managers, and key stakeholders.

You will ensure every aspect of construction aligns with contract requirements, engineering standards, and regulatory expectations, while keeping projects on schedule, on budget, and built to last. Your work directly supports public safety and resource stewardship through proactive oversight, precise documentation, and a commitment to quality.

About Us

Flood Control? In a desert? Absolutely!

Though Maricopa County is in a desert, floods occur during two distinct rainy seasons – the summer monsoon and winter frontal rains. Although the Flood Control District has made significant progress over the years, work remains to be done. Maricopa County continues to be one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States, with over 200 people moving here daily!

Want more information on the Flood Control District of Maricopa County? Check out this video!

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 our on-site center, 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 a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

• Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

• Two years of professional experience as a Resident Engineer 

• 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.

We Also Value

• Horizontal construction experience in public works projects, emphasizing flood control-type projects, including dam safety-related construction experience

• Construction experience on roadway and transportation projects

• Direct work experience with dam safety projects and geotechnical engineering

• Experience in the review of projects for constructability and bid-readiness

• Experience with construction alternative project delivery methods

• Certified Construction Manager (CCM)

• Experience on federally funded construction projects

Job Contributions

• Perform as a senior construction manager, directly managing field construction activities on multiple construction projects. This includes providing guidance and direction to contractors, resolving construction issues and problems at the lowest level, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements

• Perform in-house reviews of construction plans and specifications, participate in constructability reviews, and prepare reports documenting construction activities and progress

• Use engineering knowledge to identify and resolve construction problems in accordance with the plans and specifications. And accomplishes this in accordance with the project's regulatory requirements

• Will provide guidance and mentor other construction managers and inspectors

• Coordinate with project managers, stakeholders, and agencies to ensure the successful completion of construction projects that will meet the expectations of all project partners

• Other job duties as assigned

Working Conditions

• This position is eligible for hybrid flexibility after a brief training period

• Exerting up to 20 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, or negligible amounts constantly, or requires walking or standing to a significant degree

• Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions

• Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, respiratory hazards, and noise and vibration

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software, and Hardware

ArcGIS/ArcPro.

Protective Equipment Required

As needed for fieldwork; provided by the employer.

Selection Procedure

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

 

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.

 

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