Senior Civil Engineer

Overview

Senior Civil Engineer role at COUNTY OF BROWN
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Apply online via the county jobs portal.

• Perform advanced work in civil engineering under the direction of the Engineering Manager.
• Provide AutoCAD and Civil 3D design work for road, intersection, and bridge construction plans; field construction grade staking; inspection; topographic surveying; and stormwater management planning and field practices.
• Carry out traffic studies for intersection improvement project design; serve as project engineer/manager for in-house and outside highway projects.
• Coordinate with county employees, outside contractors, utilities, land owners, and residents; assist the Engineering Manager with tasks and project coordination.
• Manage and administer design and construction projects within the engineering division; oversee highway design, construction plans, specifications, contractor documents, surveying, and project management.
• Conduct traffic engineering studies on highways and intersections based on volume, capacity, accident data, access control, and available resources.
• Perform traffic counts and compile traffic accident data; manage access control, driveway permits, building and sign setbacks, and use of highway by utilities.
• Review and approve plans and specifications for design and construction projects by consultants; perform AutoCAD and Civil 3D design work for roadway, bridge, intersection, and related projects.
• Prepare engineering plans, specifications, cost estimates, and budgets; coordinate WisDNR stormwater management plans and permits for construction projects; inspect erosion control and ensure compliance.
• Direct and supervise highway crew workers, contractors, and utility workers during road, intersection, and bridge construction; monitor field quantities and contractor invoices for payment; handle change orders and traffic control decisions for safety.
• Assist with material cost/quantity calculations; support other county departments on road, parking lot, and drainage project estimates.
• Prepare and review highway design investigation reports in accordance with WisDOT regulations for wetlands, environmental, archeological/historical surveys, pavement design, underground contamination, utility coordination, and railroad crossings.
• Prepare and present project information at public and official meetings; assist with federal and state funding applications for bridge and roadway improvements.
• Prepare and review contracts with designers, contractors, and suppliers; coordinate with towns requiring engineering services and provide technical assistance; oversee and mentor summer interns.
• Determine intersection controls (including roundabouts and traffic signals); assist with road closures and detour notifications; assist in securing aggregate and asphalt materials as needed.
• Coordinate with engineering consultants for asphalt testing (density, aggregates, asphalt quality) and provide technical assistance for troubleshooting.
• Report and obtain annual/semi-annual permits with WisDNR and with the Wisconsin Division of Trade and Consumer Protection (WDATCP) related to the asphalt plant.
• Assist the Senior Planner in developing, administering, and providing technical assistance with WisDNR municipal storm water permits.
• Assist in access control, driveway permits, building and sign setbacks, and highway utility use; perform related functions as assigned.

• Working knowledge of civil engineering principles, especially highway design and traffic engineering.
• Extensive knowledge of computerized department software, internet, databases, spreadsheets, and word processing.
• Ability to manage projects, schedules, and budgets; knowledge of highway construction, drainage, surveying, materials, maintenance, and equipment.
• Knowledge of laws, codes, and regulations related to roadway construction; ability to inspect work and materials and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Strong mathematical, data analysis, and technical report writing skills; ability to establish and maintain effective public and working relations.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written; ability to work required hours.

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