City Engineer

CIVIL ENGINEERS-

Not all engineering jobs shape a city but this one does.

Come and lead the team that designs the infrastructure that keeps Sherwood movingtoday and for generations to come. If youre passionate about public service and smart infrastructure this is your chance to make a visible impact. The City of Sherwood is seeking an experienced and innovative City Engineer to join our leadership team and help drive the citys vision for smart growth modern infrastructure and exceptional quality of life for our residents.

About the Role

As the City Engineer you will oversee and guide engineering design planning and construction for public infrastructure including streets drainage utilities and capital improvement projects. Youll provide expert technical direction manage projects from concept to completion and ensure Sherwoods growth is supported by safe sustainable and forward-thinking infrastructure.

This is a hands-on leadership role that works closely with city administration elected officials developers and residents blending technical expertise with collaboration communication and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage all city engineering operations plans and projects.

Develop and review design standards specifications and capital improvement plans.

Provide technical support for planning zoning and development review.

Oversee project budgets contracts and compliance with local state and federal regulations.

Coordinate with other city departments and regional agencies to advance infrastructure priorities.

Supervise engineering staff and consultants with a focus on excellence and service.

What Were Looking For

Bachelors degree in civil engineering or related field.

Arkansas Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Proven leadership experience in municipal or public sector engineering.

Strong communication problem-solving and project management skills.

Passion for community service and sustainable development.

Why Sherwood

Located just minutes from Little Rock Sherwood is a thriving family-friendly community known for its vibrant neighborhoods beautiful parks and forward-looking leadership. Here your work directly enhances the daily lives of residents from improving public safety to supporting economic development and quality of life.

Join a city that values innovation integrity and impact and where your engineering expertise will truly make a difference.

Apply Today!

Use the online application if youd like or send your CV to the Director of Human Resources Jill Ross at .

Qualifications

See above description.

Special Requirements

All positions with the City of Sherwood are subject to a pre-employment background check. Some positions are subject to pre-employment and random drug screening. All positions are subject to reasonable suspicion drug screening.

Miscellaneous Information

Why Youll Love Being Sherwoods Next City Engineer!At the City of Sherwood we believe great work deserves great rewards! Youll accrue and enjoy 2½ weeks of vacation during your first year (and you can use it as soon as it accrues!) plus 12 days of sick leave you can use when it accrues invest in your future with a 6% contribution to your 457(b) retirement plan up to a 4% match thats a 10% total contribution every year! Youll also receive a personal day upon hire a free membership to the Bill Harmon Recreation Center and plenty of paid holidays to relax and recharge. Join a growing community that values innovation teamwork and people who make a difference build your future with Sherwood!

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