Civil Engineer III

Description

This is an engineering and administrative position in planning, design, construction supervision, and overall management of the extensions and improvements of the City's infrastructure, including streets, drainage, water and sanitary sewer systems. Reports directly to the City Engineer.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Plans and prepares designs for City municipal construction projects. Writes specifications, prepares cost estimates, and assembles construction contract documents. Processes and obtains all regulatory permits for construction. Prepares jobs for bidding and represents the City in contract negotiations.

2. Manages city construction projects. Monitors job progress by performing field inspections, reviewing progress schedules, processing progress payments and change orders. Conducts meetings with contract, government officials, and industry representatives.

3. Reviews project plans, cost estimates and contract documents prepared by consultants. Reviews commercial site plans.

4. Supervises technical personnel and support staff engaged in drafting, engineering design, and construction inspection. Conducts regular progress meetings with staff. May assist in interviewing and selection process for new employees. Prepares and conducts PER's when appropriate.

5. Provides engineering support to other City departments. Provides engineering information to the public. Investigates citizens' complaints and makes recommendations.

6. Assists the City Engineer with the preparation and dissemination of the Engineering Department's Capital Improvement budget.

7. Backfills for the City Engineer when necessary.

Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

A Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent from an accredited college or university.

A minimum of five years of professional experience as a licensed professional engineer.

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Operators Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.

Registered, as a Professional Engineer by the State of Florida is required.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT

Must reside within 45 minutes of assigned work facility using Map Quest.

Supplemental Information

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Must have knowledge of principles and techniques of Civil Engineering and equipment of public works construction projects.

Must have the ability to develop plans and specifications on the design of standard public works construction projects.

Must be able to plan, organize, schedule and supervise the work of a moderately sized professional and technical staff engaged in surveying, construction inspection, drafting and design.

Must have the ability to respond to multiple deadlines and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, consultants, contractors, and City officials.

Ability to prepare clear and concise reports orally and in writing.

Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

The City of Ocala provides a competitive, comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees.

Health Insurance

We offer both single and family coverage, for employees working 30 or more hours per week.

Dental Insurance

For full time employees, we offer both single and family dental coverage.

Vision Insurance

For full time employees, we offer both single and family vision coverage.

Life Insurance

For full time employees, the City of Ocala provides Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberments policies as an employer paid benefit. Employees can opt for additional coverage such as supplemental voluntary life, spouse life, dependent life, and child life. For full time employees, the City of Ocala provides Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberments policies as an employer paid benefit.

Employees can opt for additional coverage such as supplemental voluntary life, spouse life, dependent life, and child life.

Short Term and Long Term Disability

Offered to full time employees, STD and LTD coverages are income replacement benefits that assist policyholders who are unable to work for an extended period of time due to sickness or accidental…