*Starting Salary dependent on qualifications including education and experience. This position is responsible for overseeing engineering services.  This position coordinates engineering activities with other Town Departments and Divisions within the Public Services Department, as well as Federal, State, regional and private agencies. Engineering services includes development review, implementation of environmental regulations, public infrastructure review, construction inspections, project management, and other work relating to departmental operations and capital/non-capital projects. Work includes communication with the general public, government agencies, development community and Town staff.   Work is performed under the general supervision of the Public Services Director. An employee in this class works independently with general guidance from the Department Director and manages and directs the work of a staff to ensure coordination of objectives and priorities of the department, Town administration and elected officials. Directs plan review, site inspection, project design and construction-industry relations functions to assure quality construction projects for the Town. Enforces environmental regulations; reviews, approves and oversees design and construction of public and privately-owned subdivision, land development and transportation projects; administers engineering contracts; coordinates work with other agencies and other departments; maintains records and files; and prepares reports. Work involves assigning and tracking projects; ensuring all necessary permitting is obtained for projects; managing permit and legal compliance. Work also includes department administration functions such as budget planning and administration, management and assisting with Town’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP), and coordination with the construction industry, and other Town departments and divisions. Work requires strong management knowledge and skills in budgeting, staff management, professional engineering practices, project management skills, and knowledge of personnel and supervisory principles.

Minimum: B.S. Civil Engineering or Construction Management and six years of progressive responsibility, including supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements

• Valid North Carolina Driver's License
• Registration as Professional Engineer in North Carolina

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational support functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, crouching, standing, walking, grasping, fingering, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motion.
• Must possess the visual acuity to compile and compute data and statistics, operate a computer, review maps and drawings, inspect work for quality of methods and materials, operate a computer and use measuring devices.