Senior Professional Engineer (Multiple Opportunities)

Position Overview

SENIOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER (Multiple Opportunities) – This role involves professional engineering and architectural work on a wide variety of projects. The successful candidate will plan and coordinate numerous vertical construction projects from inception to completion, ensure contract administration and compliance, and foster effective collaboration among County departments, governmental entities, consultants, and contractors. They will lead meetings with end users while providing technical expertise, leadership, and guidance to project teams, and act as the Owner’s representative for the Capital Improvements Program. Palm Beach County’s Facilities Development & Operations Department offers a dynamic work environment.

Salary: $106,377 Annually, negotiable depending on qualifications
Schedule: 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Monday - Friday
Location: 2633 Vista Parkway, WPB

Candidates must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License and pass the required background checks (including Criminal Justice Information Systems and Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office screenings) prior to appointment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate vertical construction projects from inception to completion, including overseeing contract administration, compliance, and cross-departmental coordination.
• Lead meetings with end users and provide technical expertise, leadership, and guidance to ensure projects are delivered within budget and schedule.
• Act as the Owner’s representative for the Capital Improvements Program by managing design review, permitting, bidding, project management, and project close-out activities.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Plumbing Engineering, or a closely related field; a minimum of five (5) years of vertical engineering experience, including at least one (1) year in a supervisory role; or an equivalent combination with a Master’s Degree and four (4) years of related experience.
• Requirements: Must be licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Florida, or if licensed in another state, must obtain Florida P.E. licensure within 11 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Vertical building construction experience, including involvement in civic or governmental construction projects.

Benefits & Perks

• Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, and life insurance; vacation and sick leave; paid parental leave; tuition reimbursement; and participation in the Florida Retirement System.