Civil Engineer

Civil Engineer

Under the general direction of the Director of Public Works/Village Engineer, the Civil Engineer performs engineering activities relating to private developments and public works projects, reviewing plans and documents, managing requirements of the Village's MS4 permit, and performing other engineering functions. They will also provide indirect supervision to Engineering Technician and Engineering Intern.

- Prepares and reviews plans, surveys, and all bid documents related to storm sewer, streets, traffic control, signs, pavement markings, and special public works projects to assure accuracy and compliance with standards.

- Coordinates development of, prepares, and reviews engineering plans, specifications, and cost estimates for public improvement projects; coordinates required advertising for bids; reviews construction bids; and, makes recommendations based on lowest bid and competency of vendors and consultants.

- Performs engineering oversight on various construction projects; schedules projects; coordinates daily activities; ensures compliance with plans and specifications; provides technical oversight; inspects work in progress; administers contracts; documents work performed; and, measures quantities.

- Recommends alternative approaches, including the use of contract services and the incorporation of new methods and materials.

- Consults with members of other departments regarding departmental or Village-wide requirements and solutions; facilitates the resolution of problems.

- Assists with preparation and monitoring of project budgets; reviews and authorizes requests for payment and change orders; tracks and documents project and/or program costs.

- Works with other Engineering staff on projects and surveys; confers with, and may direct the work of Village staff on a specific project, as required.

- Reviews and evaluates plats, parcel maps, easements, records of survey, rights-of-way and associated permits, subdivision, and construction plans; provides engineering design and code information and ensures that designs meet accepted industry and legal standards.

- Uses computer and software programs for various technical modeling, calculation, computer-aided drafting, and similar engineering projects and studies.

- Prepares a variety of written communications, including analytical reports and correspondences.

- Follows all safety regulations, policies, and procedures; reports all unsafe conditions and acts to supervisor; reports all accidents to the supervisor immediately whenever possible; follows recognized safe work practices.

- Performs other special projects and other job duties as assigned or required during regular and non-business hours.

- In the absence of the Director of Public Works/Village Engineer provides assignments, instructions and guidance to Engineering Technician, Engineering Intern, and Administrative Specialist.

- All other duties as assigned.

- Regular full-time attendance at this position is required.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: - Graduation from an ABET-accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in civil, construction, environmental, or biological systems engineering, or a related field is required;

- A minimum of six (6) months of professional engineering is required.

- Any equivalent combination of education and experience that can be demonstrated to result in the possession of the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities. Necessary Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

: - Thorough knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices and methods as applicable to a municipal setting; knowledge of applicable Village policies, laws, and regulations affecting department activities.

- Basic drafting, surveying, and flagging knowledge and abilities.

- Ability to prepare, organize and maintain engineering field and office data, reports and systems.

- Ability to effectively communicate complex technical information, orally and in writing, to contractors, developers, property owners, employees, consultants, other governmental agency representatives, Village officials and the general…