BARGAINING UNIT / LEVEL: Professional Bargaining Unit - Level 08/10SALARY RANGE:$79,142 - $103,461 annually DOQ (2025 rates)GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Under the general supervision of the Chief of Engineering Services and the direct supervision of the Supervising Design and Field Engineer, work activities in this position primarily involve construction oversight and administration related to a variety of public works projects, including buildings and related systems, site development, pavements, bridges, telecommunications, sewer, water, dams; and recreational facilities such as waterparks, marinas golf courses and play areas.SUPERVISION RECEIVED: This position works under the general supervision of the Chief of Engineering Services and the direct supervision of the Supervising Design and Field Engineer. Required to work independently and exercise judgment.ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Plans, organizes, and directs designated engineering activities.
Coordinates and communicates with park staff on the scheduling and project status.
Prepare contracts and specifications for associated projects.
Perform project and contract administration as a project engineer, including ensuring conformance with engineering plans, specifications, and construction and safety standards.
Inspect and evaluate existing facilities for condition, serviceability and compliance with applicable codes and standards; develop, review, and evaluate design documents for constructability, quality control and compliance with codes, standards, and design intent.
Cooperate and coordinate with the survey party to secure data used for design, construction, mapping land valuation, and other purposes.
Coordinate with other governmental agencies, architects, and consulting engineers, as necessary, to develop and complete projects.
Perform technical research and develop solutions to engineering problems.
Perform engineering analysis and design, utilizing computer-aided design systems to prepare complete and accurate working drawings and specifications for project construction.
Calculate project cost estimates.
Helps to maintain and administer asset management system.
May serve on committees as assigned such as Safety Committee, Strategic Planning Committee, etc.
The above essential duties are intended to describe the general nature of the work to be performed. Employees shall perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Civil Engineer – Level 08:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering or related field.
Strong working knowledge of Municipal engineering and parks & recreation operations preferred.
Knowledge of construction equipment and its use.
Proficient with AutoCad Civil 3d, Microsoft suite and roadsoft.
Ability to operate listed tools and equipment.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with the public, outside agencies and employees.
Will be required to work assigned Special Events, Weekends, Evenings and Holidays.
Will be required to adjust schedule to meet organizational needs.
Ability to perform essential duties.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Civil Engineer – Level 10:
Meets all the minimum qualifications of the Civil Engineer – Level 08.
Five years of related experience for Level 10.
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Michigan required.
TOOLS & EQUIPMENT USED:Personal computer including engineering and/or planning software; data base, scheduling, publishing, spreadsheet, and word processing software; calculator, copy & fax machines; phone, radios, automobile, and GIS data collector.PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.WORK EVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employee generally performs work within an office environment. Occasionally too frequently, the employee will be required to work in outdoor environments and will be subject to weather conditions to include heat, wet and/or humid conditions, chemicals, animals, foliage, and vegetation, etc. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet while in the office and may be moderately loud when out in the field.Powered by JazzHR
