ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be required and assigned.
1.Under the guidance of the Engineering Manager and/or the Project Manager, reviews construction project plans for engineering design standards and provides guidance for necessary revisions. Reviews applicable permits for requirements and necessary revisions to the plans.
2.Reviews easements and agreements to verify intent.
3.Serves as a field project representative for capital and infrastructure projects by gathering and reviewing information to support contract administration, supporting consultant activities, inspecting work in progress, approving pay requests and supporting legal issue resolutions.
4.Identifies preconstruction documents that the project requires prior to submission for land disturbance and/or building permits.
5.Responds to information requests from engineering consultants, contractors, and the general public on the design, permitting, and construction processes.
6.In coordination with the Project Manager, provides guidance to inspectors and consulting engineers on field construction issues. Conducts field observations and inspections as needed.
7.Provide data gathering support and guidance for GIS, Asset Management, AutoCAD, file maintenance, etc.
8.Assists the Project Manager in the preparation of requests for proposals to solicit statements of qualifications from consultants, participates in the selection process, and prepares contracts for the successful bidder.
9.Conducts construction observation and administration activities of Town-owned construction projects such as capital facility and infrastructure projects, repair or replacement of existing infrastructure and facilities, and maintenance support activities.
10.Provides constructability reviews during the design of capital facility and infrastructure projects.
11.Provides technical guidance and counsel to other Town departments as well as contractors, consultants, and the general public.
12.Ensures projects are delivered on time and within scope and budget.
13.Coordinates and monitors projects to ensure proper construction and compliance with project plans and specifications.
14.Assists the Project Manager in the development of project scopes and objectives and ensuring technical feasibility in collaboration with other internal and external sources.
15.Assists the Project Manager in the verification of changes in project scope, schedule, and costs.
16.Coordinates maintenance and other activities from Town Departments needed to support facility and infrastructure design, construction, and maintenance.
17.Regularly coordinates project details with other department heads.
18.Regularly communicates with all project teams; anticipates scheduling; maintains organization and documentation of project records and drawings.
19.Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
?Knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices.
?Knowledge of the Town and Department’s operating requirements, policies, procedures, and practices; and local, State, and Federal regulations related to department programs and operations.
?Knowledge of management and supervisory principles and practices, including program planning, contract requirements, budgeting, direction, coordination, and evaluation.
?Knowledge of principles and practices of budgeting, fiscal management, project management principles and techniques.
?Ability to effectively utilize the principles of strategic and long and short-range planning.
?Skill in analyzing complex administrative information and issues, defining problems and evaluating alternatives and recommending methods, procedures and techniques for resolution of issues.
?Ability to research and analyze detailed information and make appropriate recommendations.
?Ability to develop department goals and objectives.
?Ability to develop, interpret and implement regulations, policies, procedures, written instructions, general correspondence, and other department specific documents.
?Ability to instruct and train in methods and procedures.
?Ability to establish and maintain accurate records of assigned activities and operations.
?Ability to interpret and implement local policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence; Federal, State, and local regulations.
?Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority.
?Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits requiring minimal direction and supervision.
?Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations.
?Knowledge of current office practices and procedures.
?Knowledge of computer software consistent for this position.
?Ability to perform mathematical calculations required of this position.
?Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively in English in both written and verbal form.
?Skill in researching and understanding complex written materials.
?Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports.
?Ability to apply sound judgment and discretion in performing duties, resolving problems and interpreting policies and regulations.
?Ability to communicate detailed and often sensitive information effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
?Ability to handle sensitive interpersonal situations calmly and tactfully.
?Ability to maintain professionalism.
?Ability to maintain effective working relationships with individuals within and outside the organization.
?Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding business-related files, reports and conversations, within the provisions of open records laws and other applicable State and Federal statutes and regulations.
?Ability to work within the allocated hours of the position and respond after hours as needed.
PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical and work environment characteristics described in this description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions or as otherwise required by law. Employees needing reasonable accommodation should discuss the request with the employee’s supervisor.
- This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force; requires hauling, crawling, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, twisting, and climbing.
- Work performed may require walking or standing to a significant degree on rough terrain or may involve sitting for long periods.
- Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data and observing general surroundings and activities.
- Work has standard vision requirements.
- Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
- Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
- Duties are performed daily both in and outdoors under all weather conditions and include working in and/or around heavy construction equipment, high-speed traffic, culverts, bridges, steep slopes, streams, and wetlands.
- Work is in an office setting as well as in field/construction zones.
