Principal Engineer – Hydraulic Modeling Specialist

Provost & Pritchard Consulting Group

. Serve as the primary contact with city staff and attend in-person public commission, board and/or council meetings on a routine basis .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeClovis • California • United StatesLead💰 $141,000 - $197,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading the planning, design, and construction of transportation, water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects while ensuring compliance with regulations. Proven ability to manage project schedules and budgets effectively, mentor engineering staff, and communicate clearly with stakeholders.

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Professional Engineer (Civil) License10+ Years Public Sector Engineering ExperienceProject ManagementClient Relationship ManagementInfrastructure Planning and Design

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Hard Skills

Transportation Infrastructure DesignWater Infrastructure DesignWastewater Infrastructure DesignStormwater Infrastructure DesignRegulatory ComplianceBudget ManagementSchedule ManagementFeasibility StudiesConstruction Contract AdministrationEngineering Standards Development

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Oral CommunicationMentorshipTeam Leadership

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (Civil) License in California

Industry Keywords

Public Sector EngineeringConsulting EngineeringCapital Improvement ProjectsPublic BiddingRegional Transportation Authorities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary contact with city staff and attend in-person public commission, board and/or council meetings on a routine basis
Represent the city at regional meetings, as requested by client
Lead the planning, design, and construction of transportation, water, wastewater and/or stormwater infrastructure projects, including pipelines, treatment facilities, and storage systems
Confirm that all engineering activities comply with federal, state, and local regulations
Develop or update improvement standards and drawings
Review applications for development, prepare conditions of approval and review developer improvement plans
Develop and manage schedules and budgets for capital improvement projects, providing cost-effective solutions without compromising quality or safety
Prepare or oversee preparation of financial assistance applications and feasibility studies, coordinating with regional transportation authorities, Caltrans, and/or local, state or federal funding agencies
Lead or support administration of construction contracts, including public bidding and construction
Supervise engineers and technicians, providing guidance, support, and mentorship
Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation related to engineering projects, regulatory compliance, and operational performance
Teach and mentor assistant and associate-level engineering staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

Professional Engineer (Civil) licensed in the State of California
10+ years of experience in public sector or consulting engineering leading and directing work teams in studies, investigations and designs delivering positive results
Minimum 5 years of experience managing projects
Minimum 5 years of experience as a primary client contact
Experience in planning, design and construction of transportation, water, sewer and stormwater infrastructure
Excellent written and oral communication skills