Civil Engineer

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The City of Birmingham (EOE) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Civil Engineer. Under the supervision of the City Engineer, duties will include residential site plan review, commercial and residential Certificate of Occupancy inspections, inspections of sidewalks and drive approaches. This position requires substantial contact with other city departments and members of the public, including residents, builders, architects, and others.

• Monitors the management and maintenance of city construction.
• Coordinates field construction layout, project involvement coordination, and quality assurance for public works projects.
• Coordinates the Engineering Department field activities with other City departments and public utilities.
• Conducts soil erosion and sedimentation control inspections.
• Additional related responsibilities as assigned.

• Time management
• Ability to work independently under general policy direction
• Ability to work effectively with staff at all levels
• Effective communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to exercise independent judgment when appropriate
• Ability to work with construction inspection related software, such as Field Manager, for daily reporting.

• S., or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering or related field.
• E. not required however, the eligibility to obtain a P.E. within 3 years is preferred if applicant has a B.S. in an engineering field.
• A minimum of 1-year experience in Civil Engineering and/or Public Works Inspection, including installation of sewer, water main, and street paving projects.
• Knowledge of streets, sidewalks, sewer and water construction, excavation and grading, and soils.
• Knowledge of engineering support services, including GIS, computerized mapping is a plus.

• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to work outside in extreme conditions
• Monday through Friday work schedule, with potential Saturday shifts as necessary

• Vacation, sick, personal, and holiday time
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(a)
• Retirement Health Savings (RHS) account
• Tuition reimbursement

• Office space including desk, computer, and phone
• City provided laptop
• City provided keys
• City vehicle provided

Salary: $35.89 - $45.90 per hour