Engineer II; Right-of-way

Job Summary

The Engineer II is a central role in the design, permitting, and construction oversight of the City of Annapolis's right-of-way infrastructure. As part of a progressive career ladder, this position performs intermediate to advanced professional and technical work specializing in general civil engineering, traffic engineering, and multi-modal transportation systems.

The incumbent operates with a high degree of precision and professionalism, balancing office-based design with field-based inspections. Unlike entry-level roles, the Engineer II manages complex projects with minimal oversight, provides technical guidance to junior staff, and serves as a primary point of contact for residents, private developers, and other government agencies.

• Project Leadership & Management: Manages the planning, development, and implementation of infrastructure projects with a primary focus on traffic safety and calming. Oversees project teams, selects consultants, negotiates agreements, and monitors expenditures to ensure timely, cost-effective completion.
• Design & Technical Oversight: Develops project scopes, detailed specifications, plans, and budgets for general civil, multi-modal, and right-of-way projects. Performs complex engineering calculations and sophisticated technical analyses to solve infrastructure challenges.
• Construction & Field Management: Manages the construction process by conducting regular inspections, resolving field conflicts, reviewing contractor submittals, and recommending change orders.
• Public Engagement & Advocacy: Directly addresses resident concerns regarding mobility and safety, such as speeding and pedestrian safety. Identifies and conducts public engagement activities, including presenting technical materials at community meetings.
• Strategic Planning: Researches, applies for, and manages grant funding for assigned capital projects. Contributes to long-term asset management, infrastructure management plans, and the development of departmental policies.

• Technical Expertise: Comprehensive knowledge of municipal engineering principles, practices, and methods applicable to a municipal setting, including planning, design, cost estimating, construction, installation, and inspection of public works programs.
• Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, as well as MDOT, SHA, and MUTCD standards.
• Software Proficiency: Skilled in industry-standard software including Google suite, Adobe, GIS, modeling tools, project management platforms, and data analysis applications.
• Project Oversight: Ability to independently manage moderately complex projects and coordinate the work of contractors and professional consultants.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an ABET-accredited college or university in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Experience (Option
  1): Three (3) years of professional engineering experience.
• Experience (Option
  2): If no engineering degree is held, nine (9) years of professional engineering experience, including three (3) years of independent technical responsibility for projects.
• Licensure: Possession of an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certificate or the ability to secure it within six (6) months of hire.
• Driver’s License: Possession of a valid driver’s license.

• Field
  
  Activities:
  
  Must be able to ambulate over rugged terrain, climb ladders, and lift/carry up to 20 pounds of equipment.
• Communication: Requires the visual, hearing, and speaking ability to read reports and communicate effectively in person, by phone, or via radio.
• Emotional Intelligence: Ability to maintain focus in a fast-paced environment and interact professionally with agitated members of the public.