JOB This Engineer position manages water infrastructure projects from planning through construction and completion within the Capital Improvement Program. It involves overseeing the full project lifecycle—design, bidding, construction, and closeout—to ensure reliable water system improvements. The position supports Greater Cincinnati Water Works senior engineering leadership by coordinating projects, working with stakeholders, and applying expertise in water system design and construction. Key responsibilities include managing contractors, reviewing plans and changes, monitoring schedules and budgets, and ensuring quality and compliance.
Performs engineering support tasks within an assigned department's projects and programs; conducts design and other technical support activities within Water Works, Metropolitan Sewer District, Transportation & Engineering or Public Services operations; performs research, drafting, specification preparations and computerized design and project simulations as assigned; works with outside consultants on conception and completion of assigned projects. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
(Illustrative only. Any one position within this classification may not include all of the KSAs listed nor do the listed examples include all of the KSAs which may be performed.)
Knowledge of:
Engineering and technology, especially as related to assigned area of responsibility-structural, mechanical, electrical, civil, geotechnical, etc; reinforced concrete design. Design techniques, tools, and principals involved in the production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. As appropriate, geology, including local geology, investigative practices, and stabilization methods. Code of Ethics for Professional Engineers. Pertinent federal, state, and local codes, laws, regulations and standards, and industry safety standards Principles of management and supervision City personnel policies and procedures and union contracts. Principles and practices of obtaining and administering funding for assigned projects. Materials, tools, and equipment used in engineering. Administrative policies and procedures of the City and the assigned department. Principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
Skill to:
Operate appropriate computer equipment; use properly all related hardware and software. Microsoft Office Suite, project management software, ArcGIS, AutoCAD Civil 3D tools, and analytic or scientific software. Operate motor vehicle in the course of duty.
Ability to:
Exercise professional engineering judgment in accordance with currently accepted engineering practices and appropriate laws and codes. Interpret engineering plans and perform calculations. Analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems. Use logic and reason to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Review and prepare reports, construction plans, cost estimates, and specifications for assigned projects. Review plans for roadways, utilities, earthworks, and residential and industrial developments. Monitor and review information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. Ensure the use of appropriate safety and quality standards. Interpret field data and results from laboratory tests and identify trends or make recommendations. Develop and maintain databases and maps. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Write technical reports or summaries. Manage project budgets and schedules. Plan and manage the activities of subordinate workers. Manage construction projects and contractors.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Environmental Conditions: Indoor and outdoor environments; exposure to office computer screens; exposure to extremes in weather conditions; work in or with water; work below ground, on slippery or uneven surfaces, on ladders or scaffolds; work around heavy equipment/construction equipment, moving vehicles; exposure to dust, asbestos, exhaust fumes; possibility of working with toxic chemicals, depending on assignment.
Physical Conditions: Essential and other important responsibilities and duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing and walking for prolonged periods of time; general manual dexterity required; light and moderate lifting and carrying; must be able to operate assigned vehicle.
