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Las Vegas Valley Water District

Public water utility delivering regional supply

Civil Engineer P.E.

Full-Time
$127.1k - $133.5k/yr
Mid
Bachelor's
Las Vegas, NV, USA
In PersonFour 10-hour days are required, Monday through Thursday, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Architecture & Civil EngineeringWater Resources Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in civil engineering, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
  • Three years of responsible professional civil engineering experience.
  • A certificate of registration as a Professional Engineer issued by the State of Nevada, or the ability to obtain one within six months.
  • Knowledge of the theory, principles, and practices of civil engineering design and construction.
  • Knowledge of principles of physics and mathematics applicable to civil engineering.
  • Knowledge of principles and techniques of management and supervision, including goals and objectives development and work planning and organization.
  • Knowledge of principles and practices of contract administration and project management and evaluation.
  • Knowledge of modern techniques and equipment used in the design, construction, and maintenance of public works projects, including land surveying.
  • Knowledge of the strength, properties, and uses of construction materials.
  • Knowledge of legal guidelines for public works engineering, public relations, and microcomputer applications pertaining to the work.
  • Ability to review, prepare, or direct the preparation of complex plans, specifications, and legal contracts.
  • Ability to prepare and evaluate engineering studies of large projects.
  • Ability to perform difficult technical research and analyze complex engineering and mathematical problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend or adopt effective courses of action.
  • Ability to perform accurate engineering calculations and cost estimates.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports, drawings, maps, notes, correspondence, and other written materials.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials, outside engineers, developers, the public, and others encountered in the course of the work.
  • Ability to work with changing, intensive deadlines on multiple concurrent tasks and interact with constant interruptions.
  • Ability to pass a job-related physical evaluation if required.
Responsibilities
  • Perform complex professional engineering work in the research, planning, design, and construction of waterworks capital and maintenance projects.
  • Coordinate the work of professional and technical staff.
  • Prepare, oversee, coordinate, and review the work of professional and technical personnel.
  • Prepare plans and specifications for public bidding projects.
  • Design and construct potable water conveyance systems.
  • Make data-based decisions using complex plans, specifications, legal documents, technical reports, and studies.
  • Motivate and evaluate assigned staff and provide for their training and professional development.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in a water utility is preferred.
  • A valid Nevada driver's license may be required for some positions.
  • The ability to maintain insurability under the District's Vehicle Insurance Policy may be required for some positions.

About the company

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Las Vegas Valley Water District

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LVVWD is a not-for-profit government agency that provides water to the Las Vegas Valley and surrounding communities. It manages Colorado River allocations and groundwater use, delivering water through an extensive network of pipelines, reservoirs, and treatment facilities capable of handling up to 900 million gallons per day. Water prices are regulated with a tiered structure to encourage conservation, and services include online bill pay and rebates. As the operating agent for the Southern Nevada Water Authority, LVVWD is governed by the Clark County Commission and led by a general manager, with a mission to ensure a reliable, affordable water supply while promoting drought resilience and sustainable regional water resources, including stewardship of the Las Vegas Springs Preserve.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Las Vegas, Nevada

Founded

1954

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What believers are saying

  • October 2026 pipeline replacements in Huntridge prevent catastrophic main failures and outages.
  • SNWA's 2026 plan secures a Tier 1 shortage baseline and conservation framework.
  • LVVWD's aggressive capital program, including Vegas Heights and Summerlin reservoirs, supports growth.

What critics are saying

  • August 2026 homeowners sued LVVWD over $96 million in excessive use charges.
  • SNWA's 2026 plan faces post-2026 Colorado River negotiations and looming shortage rules.
  • Lake Mead declines and federal cuts threaten LVVWD's supply, pricing, and service reliability.

What makes Las Vegas Valley Water District unique

  • LVVWD controls Southern Nevada's scarce Colorado River allocation through SNWA operations.
  • October 1, 2026 infrastructure work uses in-house crews for faster, cheaper pipe replacements.
  • The district pairs pricing, recycling, and conservation enforcement with massive regional supply planning.

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Nevada Business Magazine
Oct 1st, 2026
Proactive investment keeps water flowingto historic Las Vegas neighborhood.

Proactive investment keeps water flowingto historic Las Vegas neighborhood. October 1, 2026 By Nevada Business Mag Las Vegas residents depend on safe, reliable water every day, and maintaining that level of service requires continuous investment in the infrastructure that delivers water throughout the valley. The Las Vegas Valley Water District (LVVWD) is proactively replacing aging pipelines, upgrading critical infrastructure, and using advanced asset management tools to identify potential issues before they become major problems. One recent example is a water main replacement project near Charleston Boulevard and Maryland Parkway in the historic Huntridge neighborhood. Through ongoing monitoring, LVVWD identified the area as a priority after multiple small water main breaks occurred within a short period, signaling that the aging pipeline was at risk of a larger failure. "We took proactive steps and quickly started the process to replace the old main. It was great timing because the main failed in several areas just as we began replacing it," said LVVWD Distribution System Manager Mario Fernandez. "This project highlights our commitment to our customers. Our crews work around the clock to keep watering flowing to your tap," said Fernandez, who previously served seven years on the graveyard shift. "It's also an example of the efficient use of ratepayer dollars because we moved quickly and designed, planned, permitted and installed much of the project using in-house crews." Performing the work in-house helped reduce costs, accelerate project delivery and provide flexibility to respond to changing conditions in the field. LVVWD also coordinates infrastructure improvements with city and county roadway projects whenever possible. Replacing pipelines before streets are repaved helps minimize neighborhood disruption, reduce costs and manage traffic impacts. These investments are part of an ongoing effort to maintain, replace and upgrade infrastructure throughout the valley. Through proactive planning and strategic investments, LVVWD continues to support one of the nation's most reliable urban water systems while protecting infrastructure that will serve future generations. Your investment, your water, use it responsibly.