Civil Engineer

Posting number: 04133

Department: Utilities

Division: Administration

Job classification: Civil Engineer

Posting type: Open

Categories: Utilities

Summary

Performs difficult professional work related to design, construction, and inspection of construction and land development projects. This position is responsible for reviewing development plans, plats, construction cost estimates, specifications, and construction unit pricing. This position also inspects and monitors construction projects, and approves/denies developer securities requests associated with public improvements. Work is performed under general supervision. May supervise technical and/or clerical personnel.

The hiring range for this position is $84,448.00 to $ annually based on experience.
The full salary range for this position is $84,448.00 to $annually to provide opportunity for growth and development.

Examples of duties

• Reviews subdivision, site plans, and other development review plans and specifications for local, state, and federal regulatory compliance;
• Reviews developer security cost estimates for proposed public improvements;
• Provides technical review comments and participates in pre-application meetings with property owners, consulting engineers, and developers;
• Interprets various design standards and provides technical information to the public, County staff, and outside engineers and developers;
• Prepares public meeting packages for various boards, commissions, and committees and presents information in a public setting;
• Tracks progress regarding rezoning, Conditional Use Permit (CUP) applications, and the administration of proffers;
• Inspects development construction and prepares reports on status of completion and work remaining;
• Works with various County departments, to include the Department of Planning & Zoning and the Department of Capital Construction;
• Prepares and maintains technical files for related projects;
• Performs related tasks as required.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of modern principles and practices of civil engineering;
• General knowledge of design, construction, inspection, maintenance, and cost estimating related to public improvements;
• Thorough knowledge of land and engineering survey systems, methods, and techniques;
• Ability to prepare technical reports pertaining to engineering projects;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, official consultants, and the general public.

Supplemental information

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in civil engineering or related field, and 1 to 2 years of experience in construction or engineering design.

Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer in Training (EIT) is preferred.