Chief Engineer

Job: Chief Engineer

Location: York, PA

We are currently seeking a Chief Engineer to join our Wagman Heavy Civil team. The Chief Engineer is the senior engineering leader, responsible for overseeing all construing and engineering activities across Wagman Heavy Civil, Inc. The role provides technical direction, ensures engineering excellence, and supports the successful delivery of complex heavy civil projects. The Chief Engineer lead engineering efforts, collaborates with operations and executive leadership, and serves as the primary engineering liaison with clients and partners.

Wagman is a fourth generation, family-owned company with offices in Pennsylvania and Virginia and is headquartered in York, PA. Founded in 1902, Wagman is a nationally recognized leader in the industry. We are multi-faceted construction firm with major operations in heavy civil, general construction and geotechnical construction services. Core competencies include design-build, infrastructure, marine construction, modified concrete, grooving and grinding, and geotechnical construction services.

This is a safety sensitive position requiring work on construction sites with various safety hazards inherent in heavy construction.

This position is subject to drug testing and compliance policies associated with our status as a Federal Contractor.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Deep knowledge of heavy civil construction methods, structural systems, and transportation engineering

• Strong understanding of DOT standards, specifications, and regulatory compliance requirements

• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop engineering talent

• Expertise in risk management, constructability analysis, and engineering problem-solving

• Experience with multi-project oversight, budgeting, and engineering resource planning

• Strong communication skills with ability to engage executives, field teams, and external stakeholders

• Proficiency in engineering tools and software

• Ability to travel regularly to project sites

Education:

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

• Preferred: Master’s Degree in Civil / Structural Engineering or Construction Engineering

Experience:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in civil or construction engineering, with a strong focus on heavy highway and bridge work

• Proven experience leading engineering efforts across multiple job sites

• Demonstrated experience supporting large-scale infrastructure construction projects (bridges, highways, transportation systems)

• Background in construction means and methods, and field coordination

Essential Functions:

• Serve as the senior engineering authority for all construction engineering activities, including design, review, and approval of engineering solutions for heavy civil projects.

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a multi-location engineering team

• Partner with project managers and field operations to ensure constructability, safety, and quality execution of engineering plans.

• Establish and enforce engineering standards, procedures, and quality control practices across all job sites.

• Perform engineering risk assessments and lead constructability reviews for complex bridge and highway projects.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (DOT, OSHA, etc.)

• Act as a primary engineering liaison with owners, DOT agencies, consultants, and design partners.

• Support preconstruction, estimating, and bid strategy through technical input.

• Oversee and approve engineering calculations, drawings, and technical documentation, including signing/sealing when required.

• Drive continuous improvement through innovation and engineering best practices.

• Travel to active project sites to support teams and ensure alignment.

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift up to 30 pounds from ground level to waist level.

• Able to bend, squat and kneel occasionally throughout a scheduled work shift.

• Able to climb ladders, if required.

• Continuous standing and walking required while outside.

• Able to perform simple grasping and fine manipulation tasks with both hands.

• Working outdoors in wet, muddy, cold, hot, and humid weather, may occur during site visits.

• Acceptable corrected vision (in both eyes) and acceptable corrected hearing required.

Job Benefits:

Wagman wants to keep employees and their families happy and healthy and offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees that includes:

• Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care

• Disability and Life Insurance

• Wellness Programs that include Orthopedic Care

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Contribution

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program

• Adoption Assistance

• 8 paid holidays

• Paid Time Off

Our Values

Wagman’s Core Values of integrity, mutual respect, safety, innovation, sense of urgency, and community are an integral part of every decision, and every plan made at Wagman and these values have laid the foundation for our success and longevity for our past, present, and future.

Consistently being recognized with national and regional awards for projects, safety and community is a testament of our commitment to these values. Beyond the buildings and bridges which connect and improve our communities, Wagman has community engagement programs and initiatives which help to build better, for our people.

Wagman Culture
Wagman is committed to cultivating a workforce and preserving a culture built on our core values. Our people are our most valuable assets. We value the diverse identities, experiences, perspectives, backgrounds capabilities and talents that our people bring to Wagman.

From hiring to training, development, and promotions to special events, Wagman is committed to providing equal and equitable opportunities and rewarding experiences. As a family business providing a safe and healthy work environment in accordance with our mission, we foster diverse and inclusive work experiences and a sense of belonging.

Wagman is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We recognize and value our diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Wagman is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.