Performs complex analytical work in providing office and development review and engineering support and construction and field engineering support for environmental, drainage, water, sewer, street, and other public works projects and programs ensuring technical competence and compliance with all current codes and criteria; assists the City Engineer as needed and directed.
Graduation from a four-year accredited college or university with a degree in civil engineering or a closely related field required. Public or private professional civil engineering experience desired.
Associate's degree or equivalent course work at a technical or vocational school, in AutoCAD, engineering technology, survey technology or related field plus four (4) years applicable work experience required.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
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Knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices and methods as applicable to a municipal setting.
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Skill and physical ability to perform public works project design, management and inspection.
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Knowledge of survey principles, techniques, mathematics and procedures; principles and practices of public administration, including budgeting, contracting and program management.
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Knowledge and experience of field data collection, survey practices and use of GPS, total station and auto level desired.
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Knowledge and experience with AutoCAD, and knowledge of standard Microsoft software. Specialized knowledge in CAD based programs such as Survey or Civil 3D is desired. Familiarity with ESRI programs such as ArcMap and/or ArcGIS Pro.
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Ability to gain knowledge of problem-solving techniques used in construction, engineering, inspection and compliance processes.
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Ability to gain knowledge of local, state, and federal grants and regulations.
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Ability to gain knowledge of applicable City, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.
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Ability to manage and oversee the design and construction of multiple, diverse engineering projects, through staff and outside consultants, to meet project completion deadlines.
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Ability to prepare and interpret plans and specifications and to perform or supervise the engineering inspection of contract construction.
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Ability to effectively negotiate and interact with a variety of consultants, contractors, agencies and others to interpret, explain and apply complex rules, regulations, laws and ordinances.
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Ability to make precise survey measurements and to make and interpret survey calculations.
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Ability to prepare and interpret plans and specifications and to perform or supervise the engineering inspection of contract construction; Ability to be accurate and detail oriented.
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Ability to prepare assessments, administer and monitor project budgets and schedules and control change order processes, contract documents, including right-of-way descriptions and surveys.
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Ability to analyze highly complex technical design engineering, construction engineering and surveying problems, evaluate alternative approaches and implement or recommend effective solutions.
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Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other City department staff, contractors, developers, property owners, consultants, real estate agencies, other governmental agencies, and the general public.
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Ability to conduct necessary engineering research and compile comprehensive reports.
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Skill in operation of below listed tools and equipment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
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Valid State issued Driver’s License
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Certification
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Possess or obtain Engineer Intern (EI) certification within a year of hire date
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Must be physically capable of moving about on construction work sites and under adverse field conditions.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Personal computer, including word processing, spreadsheet, and data base and computer-aided-design software, standard drafting tools, surveying equipment including level, total station, GPS/GNSS equipment and electronic distance measuring devices, motor vehicle, phone, mobile radio, pick, hammer, sledge hammer, shovel, screw driver, pliers, sockets, ratchets, hydrant wrench, hydrant flow diffuser, and other small hand tools.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the broad policy guidance of the City Engineer and Deputy City Engineer
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Exercises general supervision over clerical, administrative and professional staff as assigned.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work is performed mostly in office settings. Some outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments, construction sites, or public works facilities. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate drafting instruments, computers and various pieces of office equipment.
The work environment characteristics described here 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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works outdoors. While performing the duties the employee is frequently exposed to extreme weather, around moving traffic and moving construction equipment. The employee is occasionally exposed to vibration, fumes or airborne particles, raw sewer, pressurized water, confined spaces, open trenches, extreme heat, and spider and snake bites.
The noise level in the work environment is quiet in the office, and moderate to loud in the field.
