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Civil Principal Engineer in Water Resources

Cannon Corp
San Luis, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/6/2026

Description

 

You’ll Come for a Job…But You’ll Stay for an Exciting Career!Engineering and Designing Reliable, Responsive, Solutions.

SINCE 1976, CANNON has provided creative solutions to clients in the energy industry, water resources, public infrastructure, and commercial and residential development. We work hard. We play hard. We have fun.


JOIN CANNON as a Civil Principal Engineer in  SAN LUIS OBISPO. San Luis Obispo is on the beautiful central coast of California, has temperate weather, scenic beaches, is surrounded by the wine country, and offers endless recreational opportunities.   


CIVIL PRINCIPAL ENGINEER JOB SUMMARY

As a California licensed PE, responsible for project management (scope, schedule, budget, and business development), preparing engineering reports and analyses, designing, and preparing plans, specifications, and cost estimates for a variety of Public Works/Water Resources projects. Assignments include mentoring less-experienced team members. In this role, the Project Manager will be responsible for obtaining new business (seller-doer).


CIVIL PRINCIPAL ENGINEER JOB DUTIES

  • Concurrently manages a variety of civil engineering Public Works-Water Resources projects.
  • Tracks project scope, budgets, and schedules to ensure fulfillment of contract commitments and profitability.
  • Effectively manages quality assurance and quality control.
  • Uses technical knowledge to prepare PSandE for water resources projects, including water, sewer, and storm drains (pipelines, pump stations, lift stations, storage reservoirs, etc.).
  • Primary interface with clients on project coordination and design and follow-up to ensure quality standards are met, efficiency levels are maintained, and client satisfaction, respect, and confidence are assured.
  • Directs/mentors project engineers and design engineers on technical matters and procedures and acts as a technical resource to staff.
  • Responsible for securing new work by establishing and fostering client relations and developing proposals (scope, schedule, and fee estimates).
  • Develops and maintains strong relationships with ongoing clients and actively seeks to expand services to them.
  • Regularly engages in professional/community activities that promote the Cannon brand (writing, speaking, etc.).

Requirements

  • Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college.
  • Requires a minimum of 15 years’ experience in Civil Engineering specifically pertaining to Public Works/Water Resources projects.
  • Requires minimum 8 years of project management experience pertaining to Public Works/Water Resources projects.
  • Requires a California P.E. license.
  • Working knowledge of typical computer software programs used in civil engineering design (AutoCAD, Civil3D, Hydrology and Hydraulic, AES, WSPG, Flowmaster, etc.)
  • Must be proficient with MS Office Suite.
  • A proven track record and strong desire to provide superior client service and delivery.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver on time within budget.
  • Experience in staff management, mentoring and resource management a plus.

 

WE OFFER competitive salaries, excellent benefits package, remote work flexibility, and an active and positive team building, work environment.


Cannon is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age.

Salary : $110,000 - $190,000

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