| DEFINITION & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Under general guidance of the City Engineer, the primary role is to oversee the planning, estimating, design, and construction of the City's facility and infrastructure improvement projects. This position is also responsible for reviewing the plans of proposed private developments within city limits. Specifically the engineer reviews plans for public rights-of-way, traffic/transportation, sewer, water, and other public utilities, making sure the proposed work is in conformance with city codes and professional engineering standards. The individual must have great problem solving and people skills including the ability to listen and to communicate clearly and professionally with coworkers, other staff, and members of the public. FLSA status: Exempt. Essential functions included in the job description may include other tasks, knowledge, skills, and characteristics. The list of tasks is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. TASKS: Development Review - Reviews and approves private development plans related to streets, storm water, sewers, water systems, and other public utilities and infrastructure within city boundaries or service areas
- checks plans for conformance with regulations regarding grading, right-of-way, and public works standards
- reviews subdivision plats, preliminary site plans, and final public improvement construction plans
- evaluates the impact of the proposed developments and makes recommendations for improvements
- reviews hydrologic and hydraulic analysis
- performs ADEQ reviews for minor water and sewer extensions
- coordinates with other city departments, outside engineers, and contractors
- facilitates the economic development efforts of the city
Manage City Improvement Projects - Provides planning, design, specifications, construction plans, and reports in compliance with city codes and standard engineering practices
- serves as project manager/project officer for capital improvements projects
- participates in project planning and development
- attends public meetings, prepares engineering cost estimates, and develops project budgets
- works with the Procurement Division on securing outsourced professional work and construction services
- reviews qualification statements, proposals, and contract bids
- makes recommendations for contract awards; manages construction
- explores, obtains, and coordinates grants from external sources to fund improvements.
General Engineering Functions - Assists with city's floodplain program
- develops engineering standards, policies, and procedures
- supervises daily tasks and activities of drafting, inspection, and secretarial personnel relating to the assigned projects
- investigates and responds to individual citizen or Council requests involving public works infrastructure
- represents the city with various governmental agencies, consultants, contractors, and the general public on engineering matters.
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS & OTHER CHARACTERISTICS: Knowledge of: - Principles and practices of hydrology and hydraulics
- Principles and practices of civil engineering
- Principles and practices of public utility design and construction
- Principles of engineering as applied to planning, design, and construction of public works facilities and projects
- Methods, materials, and techniques employed in traffic engineering and uniform traffic control devices
- Construction materials, methods, and inspection techniques
Skill in: - The design, construction, and maintenance of public facilities and infrastructure, including, but not limited to, storm water, roadway, sanitary sewer systems, sewer treatment plants, water mains, water and sewer pumping stations, and other specialty projects
- Engineering calculations
- Preparing design plans and specifications
- Hydrologic/Hydraulic calculations and modeling
- Construction cost estimates and engineering economics
- Planning, assigning, and supervising work of office and field personnel
- Collaboration with other city departments and other public agencies to resolve complex issues with positive outcomes
- Working with property owners, developers, contractors, and the general public to effect positive relationships
- Communicating effectively, orally and in writing
- Establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with other agencies, contractors, city staff, elected officials, and the public
- Conducting engineering studies and developing appropriate recommendations and reports.
- Performing technical research and solving engineering problems.
- Proficiency in personal computer skills utilizing MS Office, AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and GIS software, such as AVEC and Arc GIS
Running HEC-HMS and other hydrologic/hydraulic modeling software |
