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City Engineer

  • Type:Full Time
  • Salary/Pay Rate:$97,638 - $117,062
  • Posted Date:04/27/2015

Duties:

  • Under limited supervision, performs professional civil engineering and project management work of considerable complexity, including management of land development projects and civil engineering infrastructure projects.
  • Plans and manages the work of the engineering services staff.
  • Signs and seals plans and specifications
  • Ensures project deliverables meet scope, schedule, cost and quality requirements
  • Coordinates the design, development and completion of engineering projects; and approves project plans and specifications
  • Negotiates contract terms, manages contracts and contractors, and ensures the overall integrity of the projects and services, and compliance with contract specifications
  • Makes structural and technical engineering analysis of proposed projects, evaluates need for design changes, and makes appropriate recommendations
  • Reviews plans for conformity to uniform codes, local ordinances, and state and federal regulations
  • Inspects jobsites to ensure work quality and effective use of resources; ensures that jobsites and work activities are in compliance with all laws, regulations, policies and safety standards; and resolved discrepancies between field conditions and design plans.
  • Interprets and explains codes, regulations, permit and code enforcement rules, and related policies and procedures to developers, contractors, property owners and the general public
  • Writes technical and analytical reports, and makes technical estimates of a specialized nature in connection with civil engineering projects
  • Develops department budget and monitors expenditures; and compiles, reviews and synthesizes operational data, and prepares standard and specialized reports
  • Meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve workload and technical issues; plans, prioritizes and assigns projects; monitors work flow, and evaluates work effectiveness, methods and procedures
  • Supervises, disciplines and evaluates staff; trains and instructs employees; reviews the work of the assigned staff to ensure the work quality and timely accomplishment of tasks and projects
  • Maintains records and files associated with engineering projects; and responds to questions from citizens and agencies on engineering projects and plans.
  • Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm.

Minimum Standards & Essential Job Functions:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering; AND five year’s work experience in construction management, project management, and/or civil engineering projects, preferably in the public sector.
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers is required.
  • Registration as a Certified Floodplain Manager by the Texas Floodplain Management Association is preferred, or the ability to obtain within one year.
  • Knowledge of fundamentals of civil engineering, mathematics and physics; civil engineering methods and practices for project planning, designs, technical plans, specifications, estimates, and reports; principles of design, construction and maintenance of public works projects; principles and practices of government project management and methods of evaluating construction contract compliance; federal and state codes and regulations governing civil engineering projects; and principles and practices of administrative management, including personnel rules, cost accounting, budgeting, and employee supervision.
  • Skill in using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines, while ensuring compliance with City goals and objectives.
  • Skill in leading staff, prioritizing multiple tasks and projects, and delegating task and authority.
  • Skill in analyzing and evaluating technical engineering data and construction documentation; checking designs, details, estimates, plans, and specifications of engineering projects; reviewing and verifying mathematical calculations.
  • Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with City employees, officials and representatives from other local, state and federal agencies; conducting public presentations; operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business and technical engineering software; and communicating clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
  • A valid driver’s license with a good driving record is required.
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