Professional Engineer - Public Works

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CLASS

This is a highly responsible supervisory-level engineering position. An employee in this class performs difficult and complex engineering design, operation, and construction tasks associated with the planning and design of various civil engineering projects. Duties will involve directing in-house engineering task forces engaged in major projects, assuming the role of Project Manager. In this capacity, the employee will also perform Project Manager duties for projects performed by outside consultants and engineers.

Work includes the preparation, review, and acceptance of studies, reports, designs, plans, specifications, and cost estimates for the project. The opportunity for independent judgment in planning the work and making technical decisions is required. Work is performed under the general supervision of an administrative supervisor and is evaluated upon completion. The direction will be exercised over lower-level engineers, technicians, and field personnel.

THIS POSTING IS "CONTINUOUS" AND CAN CLOSE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE.

• Prepares difficult and complex design drawings, construction plans, specifications, feasibility studies, evaluations, cost estimates, and bid documents for engineering projects.
• Applies signature and Professional Engineer’s seal to design and construction plans prepared or supervised and assumes the responsibilities as the Engineer of Record for the projects.
• Supervises personnel in the various phases of project development.
• Coordinates assigned functions and activities with other City departments, divisions, governmental agencies, and private consultant engineers and contractors.
• Coordinates utilities verification and resolves conflicts to meet intended design functions.
• Prepares permit applications to government agencies such as FDOT, SWFWMD, DEP, COE, and Polk County for transportation and stormwater projects.
• Signs, seals, and certifies as‑built drawings for designed and permitted projects.
• Supervises and directs engineering design operation and development site plan review operation.
• Evaluates consultants’ qualifications and proposals for projects.
• Evaluates right-of-way or easement needs for projects.
• Reviews and provides comments on transportation and stormwater projects designed by consultants for City projects or projects submitted by FDOT and Polk County.
• Assists the manager in planning Capital Improvement Plan projects, annual budgeting, and maintaining the City’s Engineering Standards Manual for the Engineering Division.
• Prepares estimates to indicate budgetary requirements for operating, maintenance, and construction purposes.
• Plans and recommends training for personnel supervised and conducts performance reviews.
• Performs research, analysis, evaluation, and engineering calculations as needed for subjects and prepares reports and recommendations based on the results of such research.
• Uses computer-aided design software to review design drawings, provide edits, and perform calculations and analysis for engineering projects.
• Performs studies on installed systems to determine proper performance and recommends changes to improve said performance.
• Uses computer programs to perform calculations and analysis for engineering projects.
• Coordinates outside contractor's personnel and consultant inspection personnel with other City personnel on construction projects managed by the Engineering Division.
• Manages the City’s right-of-way use permitting process.
• Directs Engineering Technicians in reviewing and approving utility and non-utility right-of-way permit applications.
• Participates in the City of Lakeland Development Review Team and supervises Engineering Technicians in reviewing development plans and/or engineering reports to ensure compliance with Florida Greenbook and City of Lakeland Engineering Manual Standards.
• May be required to participate in and/or facilitate training to support departmental or City initiatives and requirements.
• May be required to work alternate hours as necessary for the efficient operation of the department.
• Position is designated Mission Critical.

• Performs related work as required.