Project Engineer - Engineering

GENERAL SUMMARY

Salary: $76, 437.28 minimum to $114, 655.92 max annually (Depending on qualifications)

The Project Engineer is primarily responsible for managing a variety of civil engineering tasks as it relates to the project management of private and public works projects including but not limited to: project scoping, design and plan review, project budgeting and tracking, construction management, cost estimates, and obtaining easements and right-of-way. Additionally, they will be required to conduct meetings with consultants, engineers, agencies and the public.

Tasks are broad in scope and require the use of independent judgment and initiative in making technical decisions of considerable difficulty. Incumbents typically oversee and review studies and design work prepared by outside consultants, although some positions apply their professional registration seal to plans and specifications prepared in-house under their direct supervision. Performs other related work as required.

Under general supervision of the City Engineer. This position will require initiative and broad independence of decision making and action regarding assigned projects and duties. Responsible for providing direction to the Public Works Construction Inspectors related to project construction issues on assigned projects. Responsible for providing direction to the Engineering Plan Review and Records Specialist, Stormwater Specialist, GIS Staff, and Administrative Staff on issues related to assigned projects.

All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct & Rules of Behavior outlined in Chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual. Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in City and department attendance policies and procedures.

Provide highly technical and responsible staff assistance to the Infrastructure Asset Manager and other support staff in the completion of their duties and responsibilities. Complete other tasks and programs as requested.

Serve as project engineer/manager for all phases of project development, design, construction and project closeout for public works projects (both City and private development).

Provide timely and effective customer service to both internal and external customers. Provide technical assistance and support to other divisional professionals and City departments.

Responsible for the preparation of ordinances and resolutions.

Ensure assigned projects adhere to budget, schedule, specifications, recognized engineering design standards and guidelines and City, state and federal laws, regulations, policies and standards. Anticipate schedule, budget, design or construction difficulties and take proactive actions to mitigate project impacts.

Develop, write, prepare, review, update, coordinate, and maintain City design guidelines, standards, specifications, bid documents and standard details for drainage and flood control, roadways, alleys, sidewalks, trails, bicycle facilities, potable water systems, sanitary sewer systems and other municipal infrastructure. In addition, design and manage plan preparation.

Research, develop, suggest and coordinate solutions to design and construction challenges involving interpretive, judgmental and evaluative skills. Recommend modifications to Division programs, policies, and procedures to improve efficiency and to further City goals.

Represent the City at various professional organizations and committees; stay abreast of current standards, innovations, technologies and trends in the fields of civil engineering and construction and project management.

Investigate, respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen, employee, developer, contractor and consultant inquiries and complaints.

Manage and organize responsibilities and work assignments in a way that promotes maximum productivity, effectiveness and efficiency.

Manage funding for projects including the programming of fiscal year funding, appropriations, encumbrances, transfers and closing out project accounts per established City procedures. Manage and maintain spreadsheets, databases and other accounting records to track project funding sources, allocation of funding for various project cost codes and identifying project surpluses or shortfalls. Prepare and present project estimates and cost projections.

Design and manage plan preparation for roadways, water distribution, sanitary sewer systems, drainage systems and other municipal infrastructure through professional consultants.

Manage and coordinate the review of engineering plans, specifications, and estimates for projects to ensure compliance with codes, regulations and design standards, ease of construction, value engineering, and long term durability and ease of maintenance. Communicate consolidated comments to design consultants and participate in design review conferences and recommended…