Principal Engineer-Street Engineering

Principal Engineer-Street Engineering

Salary

$3,822.40 - $4,704.80 Biweekly

Location

City of Sioux Falls, SD

Job Type

Midmanagement

Job Number

202600082

Department

Public Works

Division

Engineering

Opening Date

06/15/2026

Closing Date

6/30/2026 5:00 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits

Job Summary

Are you energized by creating safe, high-performing streets and shaping the infrastructure of a growing city? The City of Sioux Falls is looking for a forward-thinking Principal Street Engineer to lead key street and bridge improvement programs. In this role, you'll drive major rehabilitation efforts, champion pavement management, support transformative reconstruction projects, and partner across departments to deliver exceptional public infrastructure. If you're a collaborative, innovative street engineering professional ready to make a lasting impact, we invite you to apply and help build the future of Sioux Falls.

Job Responsibilities

1. Plan, develop, and recommend new transportation and utility engineering projects and prepare project estimates and priorities for the City Capital Improvements Program (CIP).

2. Coordinate activities concerned with technical aspects of the bidding process, bid scheduling, and resolution of engineering design and construction-related problems in area of technical responsibility. Monitor and review the activities of consulting engineers and architects in the design administration of CIP projects.

3. Assign, supervise, and provide technical assistance to project staff for specific phases or aspects of the project such as technical studies, design, preparation of specifications, and technical plans.

4. Supervise employees and make recommendations relative to hiring, layoff or suspension, disciplinary actions, promotions, the adjustment of grievances, and employee performance appraisals.

5. Review plan design, specifications, plats, and permits for compliance with engineering principles, City standards, customer contract requirements, and related specifications.

6. Monitor and control expenditures within limitations of project budgets. Prepare reports and project documents.

7. Provide technical data for scope of services and evaluate and approve design and specification changes on A/E contracts.

8. Prepare reports and maintain project diary. Author special grant applications, calculate costs, author justification, and coordinate with other applicable agencies or departments; i.e., utilities, Department of Environmental Protection, etc. Investigate and analyze traffic problems and recommend corrective action.

9. Coordinate, conduct, and assign staff in the analysis and review of design standards, standard specifications, and technical data for construction inspection standards.

10. Evaluate utility system or facility problems and prepare reports and work orders as necessary to address problems.

11. Direct and conduct land surveys and plats for acquisition and transfer of City land; sign and seal plats in accordance with state law. Provide legal licensed land surveyor services for the City.

12. Investigate, review, and recommend solutions to problems and issues. May conduct or participate in public hearings and meetings on transportation/utility/miscellaneous projects to inform and/or take input from citizens and organizations. Present department position and answer questions relating to projects for citizens, organizations, and the news media.

13. Establish truck routes and weight limits for city streets. Issue permits for overweight/oversize loads.

14. Perform other such duties and functions as are necessary or incidental to the proper performance of this position.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor of science degree in civil engineering and four (4) years' practical experience in related civil engineering work including work associated with the management and supervision of construction project work; or any such combination of education, experience, and training as may be acceptable to the hiring authority.

Must be registered, or have the ability to obtain registration within six (6) months of hire, as a professional engineer or architect in the state of South Dakota and/or registered land surveyor in the state of South Dakota.

Possession of a valid driver's license is desirable.

Supplemental Information

• Thorough knowledge of plans and specifications, engineering fundamentals, structural, sanitary, street design and construction, transportation, engineering, water supply and distribution, surveying, and storm drainage.

• Thorough knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and City codes and ordinances and the ability to apply that knowledge in specialized areas.

• Knowledge of computer systems and software applications.

• Knowledge of traffic flow theory, highway capacity analysis, accident reduction, vehicle delay reduction, engineering economy, problems with traffic control, statistics, and graphic principles.

• Ability to supervise employees and manage projects.

• Ability to design and prepare plans, write specifications, and determine cost estimates.

• Ability to establish effective working relationships with City staff and officials, consultants, property owners, attorneys, governmental representatives, and utility company representatives.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

The City of Sioux Falls takes pride in being an Employer of Choice including our Culture, Values, and Compensation and Benefits. Apply today to become part of ONE Team and help us take care of today for a better tomorrow!

• Competitive salary with other public and industry positions, including step advancements.
• The City participates in the South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive a 6% match. Additionally, employees may choose to enroll in a Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Competitive rates for single, 2-party, and family.
• 11 paid holidays and 2 personal leave days each calendar year.
• New employees are granted 40 hours of vacation at time of hire and accrue an additional 2 weeks in their first year.
• Sick leave accrues over 96 hours per year.
• The City of Sioux Falls is an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Employer City of Sioux Falls

Address 224 W 9th St

Sioux Falls, South Dakota, 57104-6407

Phone 605-367-8740

Website siouxfalls.gov