Assistant Town Engineer

Town of Scarborough; Scarborough (ME); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Healthcare

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

The Town of Scarborough seeks a full‑time Assistant Town Engineer to join the Engineering & Technical Services Department. The role supports construction oversight, planning, and development review, managing grant opportunities, RFPs, and contracts, and guiding projects from planning to construction.

Clear written and verbal communication is essential. Requirements include a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering; Maine P.E.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering required.
• Maine P.E. license preferred; equivalent combinations may be considered.
• 10 years of experience preferred; strong knowledge of municipal infrastructure and reporting requirements.

Responsabilités

• Provide administrative and technical support for construction oversight and civil infrastructure design/planning.
• Explore grant opportunities and manage RFPs and contracts.
• Oversee projects from planning through construction and facilitate technical studies and long‑term plans.

Connaissances

GIS knowledge

Communication skills

Contract administration

Formation

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Outils

GIS software

Description du poste

The Town of Scarborough is seeking a full-time Assistant Town Engineer to join our Engineering & Technical Services Department. This position assists in the administrative and technical work related to construction oversight, civil engineering infrastructure design and planning, technical studies and long-term plans, aswell as development review. Overall responsibilities for this position include: searching for and administering grant opportunities, overseeing Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and contracts, project development, administering projects from planning study stage to construction completion, facilitating technical assessments and studies, reporting to Federal and State agencies, navigating grant reimbursement protocol, assisting with FEMA recovery projects, and managing new smaller initiatives utilizing in-house staff. In addition, this position requires a high attention to detail; excellent organizational skills; and the ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written formats.

Position Requirements: Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university or college program. An individual who has obtained their P.E. license in the State of Maine and 10 years of experience is preferred, however an equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered for this position. General knowledge of the engineering principles and construction practices as they apply to the operation of municipal and private infrastructure, such as transportation and stormwater management is a must. Ability to effectively communicate with a variety of audiences, facilitate large group discussions, ability to prepare written reports, plans, maps, and illustrations and proficiency in personal computer use including word processing, database and spreadsheet software, presentation software, and engineering/design software. Proficiency in geographic information systems (GIS) is preferred but not required. Must hold a valid driver’s license with an excellent driving record. Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the following knowledge, abilities, and skills may be considered at the discretion of the Town of Scarborough.

This position will remain open until filled. The Town of Scarborough offers a competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, retirement, paid time off, dental, vision, and other supplemental benefits. For additional information call [phone].

-Equal Opportunity Employer-

Scarborough is a diverse community with a commitment to the quality of life and the environment. Scarborough offers lovely sandy beaches and the rocky coastline made famous by a local artist, Winslow Homer. The largest saltwater marsh in Maine is located within our boundaries along with Rachel Carson Wildlife lands. We have a balance with our commercial businesses and also offer open spaces, parks, and recreational areas for our residents and visitors.

Scarborough is conveniently located in Cumberland County in southern Maine, approximately 7 miles south of the City of Portland. It is just a short drive to Portland and the Maine Mall with easy access to the Maine Turnpike, Portland Jetport and now passenger rail service to Boston and points south. The Scarborough Town Hall is located at 259 U.S. Route 1, just south of the junction of Rt. 1 and Black Point Road/Gorham Road.