Civil Engineering Associate

Performs general civil engineering field and office work in a municipal environment that actively improves the community in which the candidate will work.

• Perform engineering design for municipal public works (either streets/drainage engineering, or water utilities engineering);
• Estimate construction costs for projects;
• Review construction plans for conformance to City codes and standards;
• Utilize software to oversee and manage the review and permitting process for land development activities;
• Evaluate problems directed through citizen’s complaints, city departments, city officials and/or personal observations, and coordinate the resolutions;
• Develop, implement, and monitor professional and construction service contracts;
• Inspect and test material used in construction;
• Inspect construction in progress and upon completion;
• Write construction specifications and assemble plans;
• Provide information to the public related to public works facilities;
• Provide assistance to developers, landowners, and real estate agencies on engineering issues related to subdivisions or property;
• Coordinate review process with building safety and other departments;
• Evaluate and review plans to ensure adequacy of design
• Reviews exhibits and descriptions for easements and rights of way acquisitions;
• Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work schedule.
• Perform related duties as required.

Completion of a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field. No specific experience required if education qualifications are met; or any combination of education and experience which provides the following:

Valid Driver’s License

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of civil engineering;
• Computer software for engineering applications such as Autocad and Esri ArcGIS;
• Methods and materials used in public works construction;
• Contract administration.

Ability to:

• Estimate costs for public works construction projects;
• Problem solve and communicate effectively with others in a team environment;
• Operate engineering related computer software;
• Attain and/or perform professional-level engineering duties.

Physical Requirements:

• Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally carry up to 25 pounds.
• Frequently stand and walk.
• Occasionally kneel.
• Occasionally push and pull objects.
• Occasionally rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing.
• Occasionally reach above, at, or below shoulder height.
• Frequently handle objects.
• Occasionally ascend or descend ladders, scaffolding, stairs, or other inclined surfaces.
• Frequently operate a vehicle.