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POSITION DESCRIPTION
Work is characterized by professional engineering level analysis and review of project development, design, and implementation. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, preparing engineering plans and specifications, and opinion of cost estimates for capital improvements, Request For Proposals (RFPs), and Request For Qualifications (RFQs); reviewing both private, public and franchise utility and city construction plans and specifications; overseeing engineering projects; serving as project manager; performing construction inspection as necessary; reviewing easement documents and title reports; providing engineering and technical expertise; performing supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the city's policies, procedures, and applicable laws; and performing expenditure tracking for assigned budget sections.
Work is performed with limited supervision. The Public Works Director sets the overall objectives and resources available. The incumbent, director, and assistant director work together to develop deadlines, projects, and determine work to be completed. The incumbent is responsible for the work, plans and carries out the assignments, resolves most conflicts that arise, coordinates work with others, and interprets policies on their own initiative in terms of established objectives and professional judgement. The incumbent keeps the director informed of progress, potentially controversial matters, and far reaching implications. Work is reviewed in terms of feasibility, compatibility with other work, or effectiveness of results.
The first application review will take place on March 3, 2025.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Oversee and/or perform the review of complex civil engineering designs, plans, specifications, and cost estimates; coordinate and review the work of consultants for projects.
Oversee engineering projects; perform quality control; monitor project budget and expenditures; write project change orders; consult with others to establish project punch lists as required for project completion; recommend project completion and acceptance by the city.
Perform technical review of engineering project plans and specifications for the city's capital projects and private improvements submitted to the city as part of development processes. Recommend and direct changes, comments, or corrections as it relates to the needs and interests of the city in terms of public works maintenance staff support of the proposed projects or improvements and in terms of compliance with city's construction standards.
Analyze and review engineering project requirements, physical location, and other pertinent data to prepare scope of work, opinion of cost estimates, RFPs, RFQs, etc.
Create and produce effective grant requests.
Communicate in person, in writing, and on the telephone with city personnel, consultants, city council, contractors, other agencies, property owners, and the public to exchange information, resolve concerns, issues, and complaints as necessary; and provide technical information related to codes, ordinances, regulations, policies, and projects.
Serve as the city representative at various technical committees, study groups, meetings and taskforces as assigned; develop and deliver oral presentations.
Maintain related data and records and prepare comprehensive plans and reports conforming to related federal, state, and city regulations.
Visit construction sites to inspect work progress and compliance with approved plans and specifications.
Provide engineering and technical expertise to city staff and the public; provide storm/water/sewer utilities/pavement engineering expertise to city design projects.
Provide research, information, and assistance to the director in the development and management of assigned budget sections; monitor purchasing, procurement, and usage of funds as it relates to the assigned budget's activities.
May perform supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the city's policies and procedures and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include planning, scheduling, coordinating, assisting with, directing and evaluating work in progress and upon completion; appraising performance and safety procedures; training employees to improve their skill and effectiveness; addressing complaints and resolving problems; reviewing/scheduling employee leave; assisting in interviews; making hiring recommendations, and recommending promotion and disciplinary actions to the department director.
Evening or variable hours to attend public meetings will be required occasionally.
Oversee compliance with the City’s municipal stormwater permit.
Review of franchise utility plans.
OTHER DUTIES:
Performs other related work as assigned.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited educational institution;
Experience: Six (6) years of progressively responsible civil engineering design and construction experience in a municipal, state, or related environment; current professional civil engineering license; federally funded project experience and supervisory experience are desirable.
Or: Any combination of education and experience, which provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge and ability required to perform the job, may be substituted for these qualifications.
Licenses, Certifications and Other Requirements:
Valid State of Washington Driver's License; and a driving record which meets the city's requirements
Current Washington State Professional Civil Engineer (PE) license or current PE license in another state with reciprocity and ability to obtain Washington State License within 6 months of hire
Completion of position-relevant background check
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Knowledge of:
Principles, practices, methods, and standards of civil engineering including the design and construction of public works projects.
Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures related to water, sanitary sewer, and stormwater systems, streets and other assigned areas.
State and federal funding procedures for public works projects.
Modern engineering methods as applied to the design, project management and construction of public works, public utilities, transportation, stormwater management and general construction.
Construction contract administration principles, documentation controls and practices.
Mathematics and formulas for civil engineering computations.
Structure, organization and interrelationships of city departments, agencies and related governmental agencies and offices affecting assigned functions.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Effective oral and written communication principles and practices to include public relations, public speaking and professional business letter writing.
Administrative program/project management techniques and principles.
Contract negotiation and administration.
Research methods and report preparation and presentation.
Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and computer applications such as: MS Word, MS Excel spreadsheets, Bluebeam drafting and statistical databases.
Principles and practices of governmental budget preparation and administration.
Supervisory and training principles, methods, best management practices and techniques.
Western Washington Phase II Municipal Stormwater Permit.
Ability to:
Maintain regular, predictable and reliable attendance during scheduled hours.
Develop, monitor and manage capital improvement projects.
Develop, coordinating and maintaining documentation standards and practices, reporting and tracking procedures and administrative activities.
Organize work for maximum efficiency.
Develop and administer consultant contracts as necessary.
Plan and implement long-term strategies, including capital construction project planning and oversight.
Utilize personal computer software programs and other relevant software affecting assigned work and in compiling and preparing spreadsheets.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, vendors, outside agencies, community groups and the general public.
Demonstrate positive and effective interaction and communication with individuals of diverse social and economic backgrounds.
Analyze situations accurately and adopting an effective course of action.
Maintain confidentiality and communicate with tact and diplomacy.
Apply program/project management techniques and principles.
Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, including the ability to listen effectively and to explain complex issues and applicable legal requirements, policies, and procedures to internal and external customers.
Delegate tasks and workload assignments
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
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 regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; talk; and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit for extended periods of time and type on a keyboard for extended periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision; depth perception; and the ability to adjust focus.
Work is usually performed in an indoor office environment, subject to driving vehicles to offsite locations to review/inspect progress of assigned projects or to investigate complaints. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, noxious odors, uneven terrain, different heights and depths of surfaces, vehicle traffic, and individuals who are irate or hostile. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate in the office and loud to very loud in the field.
Requirements outlined in this job description may be subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified for employment in this position. However, some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Employer and employee and is subject to change as the needs of the Employer and requirements of the job change.
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