Civil Engineer

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

Under limited supervision, this position designs and manages construction of municipal construction projects, by reviewing commercial sites and subdivision plans, and ensuring designs are structurally sound and well designed, and meet engineering, and city codes and specifications. Reports to the Assistant Director of Engineer.

• Facilitates engineering designs by collecting and studying reports, maps, blueprints, and drawings; performs engineering calculations, such as evaluating materials, dimensions, layout and code compliance; monitors contractor's progress and makes determinations on work performance; communicates with on-site inspectors on construction projects; ensures inspection of project components and sequences, and the adherence to specifications and codes.
• Serves as project manager on municipal construction projects for all infrastructure types including but not limited to neighborhood rehabilitation, building renovations, park facilities, schools, parking facilities, etc. for the department, including acting as a liaison to coordinate the activities of contractors retained by the city for project design and construction.
• Under supervision, works with engineering consulting firms on municipal construction projects; designs concrete and utility repairs; prepares cost estimates and specifications; and identifies needed property acquisitions.
• Assists with Hampton Roads Planning District Commission Regional Construction Standards and develops/updates city construction standards.
• Provides engineering information by answering questions and responds to requests; investigates citizen complaints; and recommends solutions; engages with citizen groups and businesses affected by city projects; and provides information regarding the basis for the project and project related decisions; assists citizens with reviewing and understanding proposed projects.
• Under supervision, prepares designs for bids; conducts bid openings and reference checks for projects; prepares approval of award letters; analyzes bids and prepares bid tabulation results; and reviews contractor’s bonds and insurance.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Individual assignments will be determined by supervisor based on current workload and department needs.

Has some knowledge of the theory, principles, regulations/codes and methodologies of civil engineering design and federal, state and local regulations. Has some knowledge of roadway, utility and drainage design and infrastructure. Has some knowledge of State and local requirements for construction plans. Is able to design, review basic engineering projects. Is skilled in using computer aided design and drafting systems, GIS software and other specialized software.

Is able to understand and interpret oral and written instructions. Is able to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.

Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains high quality communication and interacts with all departments, co-workers and the public.

Maintains effective and efficient output of all duties and responsibilities as described under “Essential Job Functions.”

Assumes responsibility for doing assigned work and for meeting deadlines. Completes assigned work on or before deadlines in accordance with directives, policies, standards and prescribed procedures. Accepts accountability for meeting assigned responsibilities in the technical, human and conceptual areas.

Attends work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absences and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and time‑off requests.

Maintains an enthusiastic, self‑reliant and self‑starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountabilities. Strives to anticipate work to be done and initiates proper and acceptable direction…