Water Resources Civil Engineer II

Position Summary

GENERAL

SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the City Engineer perform engineering duties in planning, budgeting, designing, and overseeing construction, maintenance and management of City infrastructure in compliance with state and federal regulations. Projects include design work with the sanitary sewer collection system, stormwater management facilities, potable water distribution facilities, roadway, maintenance of traffic, and fiber optic communication facilities. Role will be to perform civil engineering design and supervisory work, supervising Engineers, Water Resources Project Supervisor, Engineering Technicians and support staff, and perform other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate possesses the ability to follow a management style that is input-oriented and values problem solving and the development of partnerships; the ability to collaborate with others; and the desire to be part of an organization that values service, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation and teamwork.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
Work involves the technical responsibility for the design, construction and management of sanitary sewer collection system and/or stormwater management facilities encompassing the water resource program projects. Work involves administrative and budgetary duties. Supervise employees and direct the work of consultants in preparing construction plans and specifications, inspecting construction activity and handling project financing. Work is performed in accordance with established standards and policies.

Employees are expected to exercise individual initiative, judgment and discretion. The City Engineer provide general supervision and review work through observation, conferences and results achieved.

Job Duties

Job Duties

* Serve as a project engineer for the planning, design, and execution of public infrastructure projects.

* Respond in a timely manner to requests from both internal and external sources,

* Be proactive in addressing issues brought to one's attention and elevate the appropriate issues to supervisor's attention,

* Works with draftspersons / technicians during design to produce working drawings,

* Prepare engineering designs and technical reports for public infrastructure projects.

* Conducts the planning, design and preparation of project drawings, specifications and estimates for assigned projects,

* Ensure designs adhere to local, state, and federal regulations, and safety standards.

* Conduct technical analysis to inform project decisions.

* Advises on feasibility of public infrastructure projects,

* Perform preliminary engineering evaluations, including but not limited to site investigation reports, quantity take-offs and opinions of probable construction cost,

* Analyze and prepare reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, tests, and aerial photographs on composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and other topographical and geologic data to plan and design public infrastructure projects,

* Prepares or directs preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, impact studies, and designs for public infrastructure project,

* Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents,

* Stay up-to-date with changes in public infrastructure regulations and industry standards.

* Conduct regular site inspections to ensure work meets engineering specifications and quality standards.

* Prepare technical reports, progress updates, and other documentation as required.

* Maintain accurate project records and ensure all necessary documentation is submitted to stakeholders and regulatory agencies

* Review proposed public and private developments public infrastructure impacts.

* Ensure project or program success.

* Develop and implement technical methods or processes.

* Evaluate technical data to determine effect on designs or plans.

* Implement design or process improvements.

* Analyze operational data to evaluate operations, processes or products.

* Reviews proposed public and private developments as they pertain to work within the City Right-of-Way and impacts to City infrastructure.

* Ensures compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This includes understanding the rights of people with disabilities and the obligations of local governments as well as ensuring that all projects and facilities comply with ADA requirements.

* Serves as the project engineer of record for the planning, design, and execution of public infrastructure projects.

* Monitor and evaluate project progress, identifying and resolving any issues or delays.

* Aid in the development and oversight of capital improvement program (CIP) project scopes: outlining project need and source of funding, designing improvements and preparing bid/construction documents with design team, and managing staff and contractors through construction.

* Manages consultant and contractor selection process,

* Lead and supervise a…