Joseph Young

Joseph Young serves as Assistant Civil Engineer at the Sacramento County Water Agency, where he plays a pivotal role in managing infrastructure procurement aligned with the agency’s mission to ensure the reliability and sustainability of regional water systems. His responsibilities include overseeing the planning, solicitation, and contract administration of civil construction projects, particularly those involving the rehabilitation and expansion of water transmission mains, well facilities, and associated roadway infrastructure. As a primary procurement contact, Young ensures compliance with state and federal engineering standards while coordinating with design teams, field inspectors, and contractors to deliver projects that meet long-term operational and regulatory requirements. While no specific contractor relationships are currently documented, Young’s procurement activities consistently engage civil construction firms with demonstrated expertise in water infrastructure, pavement restoration, and underground utility installation. His working relationships are characterized by a focus on technical competency, safety compliance, and performance-based contract management, favoring vendors with proven experience in public works environments and a track record of on-time, code-compliant delivery. Young’s contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of acquisitions designated as “No Set-Aside,” indicating a primary emphasis on technical capability and value over socioeconomic preferences. This approach aligns with the agency’s operational urgency and infrastructure scale, though small businesses are not excluded and may compete on equal footing when they meet stringent engineering qualifications. His primary procurement focus is centered on NAICS 237310—Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction—reflecting deep expertise in civil infrastructure projects that support water system access, maintenance corridors, and site development. He routinely procures services related to trenching, pipe bedding, pavement rehabilitation, and stormwater management infrastructure, demonstrating specialized knowledge in geotechnical construction and public works engineering standards.