Senior Civil Engineer

Purpose

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This position is responsible for the implementation of capital improvement projects.

Essential Job Functions

• Manages the planning, design, bidding, construction, and close-out of water and sewer capital improvement projects to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.

• Reviews the design of capital improvement projects for compliance with city and design standards; makes recommendations to management regarding such projects; answers questions in regard to projects and engineering.

• Inspects construction; coordinates with assigned Construction Inspectors; provides advice and guidance to contractors.

• Reviews and approves pay applications for consultants and contractors; evaluates and approves contract change orders and amendments.

• Tracks detailed expenditures for professional construction services to ensure the work is completed within the approved budget.

• Prepares correspondence, memoranda, and reports; updates project status reports and computerized project management system.

• Reviews submittals, requests for information, technical reports, laboratory analysis and coordinates with contractor and engineer of record during construction process.

• Prepares Request for Proposals, Invitation for Bids, construction contracts and technical specifications for upcoming projects; evaluates bids and proposals; recommends award; and executes contract.

• Ensures contracted engineering and construction services follow the city's procurement policies.

• Ensures projects are completed in compliance with the city's Minority and Women Business Enterprise program.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering with four (4) years of engineering management experience including personnel management and administration experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Requires a Georgia Professional Engineers license.

Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

Additional Requirements

Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; andverification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.

Additional Information

• Knowledge of engineering design theories and principles.

• Knowledge of city personnel policy.

• Knowledge of construction theories and principles.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of capital improvement cost estimation and contract administration.

• Knowledge of city budgeting and purchasing policies.

• Knowledge of job-related computer applications.

• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.

• Knowledge of computers and other modern office equipment.

• Skill in developing and reviewing engineering plans and designs for municipal water and sewer projects.

• Skill in developing and administering contracts.

• Skill in developing short- and long-range plans.

• Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work.

• Skill in the training and supervision of personnel.

• Skill in the operation of computers and other modern office equipment.

• Skill in public and interpersonal relations.

• Skill in oral and written communication.