Assistant Town Engineer

Andover Public Schools; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Andover, through Andover Public Schools, seeks a Civil Engineer to lead DPW survey activities and prepare designs, specifications, and cost estimates for public works projects. You will inspect construction and assist the Town Engineer in directing division members.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, five years of related experience, and registration as an Engineer in Training in Massachusetts; Professional Engineer registration is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Five years of progressively responsible related experience.
• Certification as an engineer in training or surveyor in training, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead DPW survey activities, prepare calculations and field records, conduct deed research, and liaise with private engineers and surveyors.
• Direct a field survey crew, design and prepare specifications, layout and inspect public works projects for water, sewer, drainage and road rebuilding.
• Provide technical assistance to town departments and review submissions for public works projects.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Under the direction of the Town Engineer lead and participate in DPW survey work; prepare engineering designs, specifications, and cost estimates for public work projects; administer related contracts and inspect related construction projects; and assist the Town Engineer in directing the activities of division members administering or inspecting construction projects.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Participate in DPW survey activities, prepare related calculations and field records; conduct deed research; consult with other town departments regarding survey needs; and maintain liaison with private engineers and surveyors retained by the Town.
• Direct a field survey crew, design and prepare specifications, layout and inspect various public works construction projects for water and sewer mains, surface drainage and roadway rebuilding.
• Provide technical assistance to other town departments, boards and commissions. Research plans and records for municipal properties, review submissions for public works related projects.
• Provide information and assistance to the general public.
• Assume the duties of the Town Engineer in the absence of the Town Engineer and Capital Improvements Program Manager.
• Perform related duties as required.

Education and Experience

Duties require a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering; knowledge of technical engineering policies, standards and procedures; Five years of progressively responsible related experience; certification as an engineer in training or surveyor in training; or any equivalent combination of education or experience.

Registration as an Engineer in Training in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is required, registration as a Professional Engineer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is preferred

Supervisory Responsibilities

Assist in providing daily direction to DPW crews performing public works construction and maintenance activities.

Physical Elements

• Frequent periods supervising or inspecting non-office environments.
• Regular periods spent outside, requiring exposure to weather conditions.
• Frequent periods spent standing and walking; occasional requirement to climb or sustain uncomfortable physical positions.
• Light lifting and carrying of work materials, including files, surveying equipment and other testing devices.
• Subject to regular interruptions to handle emergency situations.
• Some travel within Town and to neighboring towns.
• Ability to withstand industrial noise and fumes associated with outdoor construction projects.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Grade: IE-26

Standard Work Week: 36.25

Job Code: 6577

Risk Code: 9410

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