Senior Civil Engineer

Description

Please refer to thejob announcement for information regarding this recruitment. This recruitment will remain open until filled.

Apply early as the recruitment may close at any time. First review of applications will be 6/28/24.

DEFINITION

Under direction of the City Engineer or Assistant City Engineer, the Senior Civil Engineer supervises field and office work in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of public infrastructure; manages land development processes; manages and performs engineering analysis; implements programs and administers projects; may supervise a major section in the Engineering Division; and performs other duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Senior Civil Engineer performs and supervises the most complex engineering assignments. It is distinguished from the Associate Civil Engineer which is the advanced journey level classification in the civil engineering series, working as a project leader and making recommendations to senior staff.It is further distinguished from the Assistant City Engineer which is an engineering program manager with broad responsibility over varying engineering functions including division budgetary functions and policy development.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Direction is provided by the City Engineer and/or Assistant City Engineer.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Provides supervision to professional, technical, administrative, and temporary employees.

Examples of Important and Essential Functions

Supervisory Functions

Assigns, directs, supervises, and evaluates professional and technical staff engaged in a variety of public works projects, such as infrastructure, transportation, and land development from early planning stages through final implementation.

General Engineering Functions

Administers engineering aspects of land development processes including reviews for site plan approval, subdivision map processes for tentative and final maps; approves cost estimates and construction plans and specifications; conducts and manages engineering research; directs the collection of field data; prepares development documents; utilizes personal computer to perform CAD, word processing, project scheduling and resource allocation, GIS programs, and spreadsheet functions; administers public works design and construction contracts as well as State and Federally funded projects,; prepares requests for proposals for consultants, manages consultants, processes CEQA and NEPA environmental documents, prepares contract plans, contract boiler plate and technical specifications, prepares and monitors project budget, supervises and performs the preparation and maintenance of all required legal descriptions and documents necessary to acquire land, rights of way, and easements; processes encroachment requests; and supervises or performs traffic and transportation activities.

Administrative Functions

Assists in the preparation and monitoring of the capital improvement program and organizational planning and training; reviews, analyzes, and prepares reports and makes recommendations for modifications of policy and procedure; assists in the acquisition of land, easements, and rights of way; investigates claims against the city by contractors or developers on public works projects or by persons when requested by the City's insurance administrator; administers and supervises the implementation of assessment districts, including any amendments or redistribution of assessment district funds; provides administrative and engineering assistance to developers, contractors, consultants, other agencies, and the general public to resolve complaints and problems and ensure successful project completion; administers various fee programs; and attends meetings as assigned.

Job Related and Essential Qualifications

Demonstrated Knowledge of:

Civil engineering principles, practices, and methods of planning, design, construction, and maintenance of public works projects and public contract code; land development processes and procedures and Subdivision Map Act, transportation engineering practices, the strengths, properties, and uses of materials of public works construction; land surveying in municipalities; effective contract administration methods and procedures; hydraulics, hydrology, stormwater design, mechanical, traffic and transportation, structural, public facilities and sanitary engineering as related to public works projects; effective report writing requirements and techniques; personal computer usage and CAD, spreadsheet, and word processing applications; and principles and practices of effective supervision.

Demonstrated Skills to:

Manage a variety of engineering functions, such as the preparation of plans and specifications, mapping and drafting, field survey work, review of consultant design, purchase of right-of-way, contract administration, and engineering studies; supervise others in the completion of projects; make sound decisions regarding complex issues; utilize personal computers for CAD, scheduling, word processing, and to create spreadsheets; analyze engineering data and make complete and comprehensive reports; relate effectively with those contacted in the course of work; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; and exemplify an enthusiastic, resourceful, and effective customer service with those contacted in the course of work.

Ability to:

Effectively apply the required knowledge and skills in the daily performance of assigned duties; and learn the City's policies, procedures, rules, and regulations that are necessary for this job classification.

Experience, Education, and Training Guidelines:

Any combination of experience, education, and training that would provide the best qualified candidates. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:

Experience: Four years of progressively responsible professional civil engineering experience. Supervisory experience is desirable.

Education: Equivalent to the graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in civil engineering. Master's degree in an applicable field is desirable.

Training: Any recent training such as academic courses and certification programs which are relevant to this job classification.

License: Possession of a valid California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record as determined by the City.

Certification: Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California with good standing.

Other Requirements: Willingness and ability to work the necessary hours to accomplish the assigned duties; attend meetings, conferences, and seminars during work and non-work hours; and work under adverse conditions such as in traffic, around heavy construction equipment, and in inclement weather.

Special Requirements: Essential duties require the mental and/or physical ability to work in a standard office environment; drive a vehicle; read fine print on blueprints and computer monitors; converse by telephone, two-way radio, in person, or around the noise of heavy construction equipment and be heard and clearly understood; move across rough terrain and bridge scaffolding; climb into and out of sewer holes and trenches, up 25 foot ladders, and several flights of stairs; use drafting instruments, calculators, and personal computers; and strength to lift and maneuver files and maps weighing up to 30 pounds.

Additional Information

The City of Livermore is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.