City Engineer

Winder, City of (GA); Winder (GA); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The City of Winder seeks a City Engineer with extensive civil engineering experience to guide staff, consultants, and officials in developing the in-house engineering department and directing transportation, road, stormwater and planning projects. This role oversees the Local Issuing Authority, manages inspection programs, budgets, and long-range plans, and ensures compliance with codes.

A PE license and five years’ experience are required, with the possibility to obtain state licenses within 18

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, public administration, project management or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum five years of progressively responsible related-engineering experience.
• U.S. citizenship or legal work status; pass background and credit checks.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with ability to obtain license within 18 months.

Aufgaben

• Direct oversight of the transportation network and right of way system; long-term planning and coordination with stakeholders.
• Prepare and supervise plans, designs, cost estimates, bids, contracts and schedules for infrastructure projects.
• Assist with Capital Improvement Program and bid solicitations; prepare cost estimates and documentation.
• Serve on the Development and permitting Team; ensure compliance with city codes and best practices.
• Project manage infrastructure construction, storm water, traffic, and street rehabilitation projects.
• Review plans for permit approvals and ensure compliance with City codes.
• Prepare complex and technical reports; maintain budgets and documentation.
• Provide leadership and effective communication with staff, consultants, and elected officials.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Project management

Civil engineering knowledge

Communication skills

Public meetings

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Survey equipment

Jobbeschreibung

The City Engineer should have extensive experience so as to be a resource to City staff, consultants, applicants, and elected officials to

• continue to develop the in-house engineering department.
• direct the operations, maintenance, and planning of the City’s transportation network and road system.
• work closely with third party engineering contracts for transportation, traffic, stormwater, and planning projects.
• Oversee and manage the City’s LIA (Local Issuing Authority) program
• Oversee and manage and inspection program for civil construction by developers and city projects
• assist Administration and the governing body with the development of long-term plans; and
• serve as a contributing member of the City’s Development Team ensuring that land disturbance activities and the built environment are developed in compliance with State and local codes and best practices.

Working under general direction of the City Administrator, this position performs engineering review, contract preparation and oversight, and long-terms planning for the City of Winder and manages the City’s transportation and roadway network.

Essential Duties and Functions:

• Follows and promotes policy and procedures of the City of Winder.
• Informs and advises the Assistant City Administrator on all department issues affecting the City; provides advice, support, and information.
• Direct oversight of the City’s transportation network and right of way system including formulation of long-term plans, coordination with stakeholder agencies, capital planning, and contract administration.
• In close coordination with the City Administrator supervises plan preparation, specifications, designs, cost estimates, bids, contracts and time schedules for special construction, contracts and proposed maintenance or infrastructure projects.
• Assist with preparation of Capital Improvement Program and bid solicitations through preparation of cost estimates of construction and prepares bid specifications and documentation for contracts
• Serves as a contributing member of the City’s Development and permitting Team.
• Project manage infrastructure construction projects related primarily to storm water, traffic, transportation, street rehabilitation and other projects, as necessary.
• Reviews construction and subdivision plans seeking permit approvals for compliance with City code and interprets or enforces the ordinances as required.
• Conducts special studies and prepares reports on a variety of subjects and activities.
• Makes recommendations for changes to the City Codes as it relates to engineering, transportation, public works, and other matters.
• Plans, develops, and implements or directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities relating to engineering, public works, and transportation.
• Involvement with public works and infrastructure engineering activities including design, surveying, and inspection.
• Reviews for adherence to engineering principles and standards the construction, maintenance and operations, street, storm drain systems, parks and trees, buildings.
• Participates in the development and implementation of the capital improvement program and other long-range planning activities.
• Confers and consults with administrative staff on problems related to the design and construction activities within the City, and the interpretation and enforcement of construction specifications.
• Reviews and evaluates for propriety engineering plans, specifications, engineering reports, cost estimates, contract documents, and proposed ordinances submitted by City staff and consulting engineers.
• Selects, oversees, and evaluates adequacy of consulting engineering services; prepares requests for proposal; coordinates contract activities and provides technical advice and interpretations as required.
• Coordinates engineering activities with other City Departments and with outside agencies.
• Formulates long-range plans for the community’s infrastructure in conjunction with other management personnel.
• Directs the installation of public improvement in subdivisions and other developments.
• Provides input and guidance for the implementation and administration of the City’s capital improvement program.
• Ensures close coordination with other City departments and affected outside groups.
• Prepares specialized budgets related to assigned activities; assists in budget implementation.
• Prepares complex and technical reports; documents policies and procedures; performs research.
• Builds and maintains respectful, positives working relationships with staff, supervisors, outside agencies and the public using principles of good customer service; provides effective conflict resolutions, as needed.
• Attends meetings as requested.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, public administration, project management or a closely related field with coursework in civil engineering and experience in site development plan review, road construction/maintenance, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in a related-engineering field; or equivalent training, education, and/or experience required.
• Never been convicted of a felony.
• A citizen of the United States or has obtained legal work status.
• Must be able to pass a detailed background investigation.
• Must be able to pass a credit check.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• Possession of or ability to obtain Professional Engineer License within 18 months of hire.
• Possession of or ability to obtain Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission Level 1b and 2 within 18 months of hire.
• Valid Driver’s License and maintains a good driving record.

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability:

Our target candidate must have the skills, knowledge, and abilities as a well-rounded and experienced generalist with a project management background who can work effectively with contract engineers, construction professionals, team members, and elected officials. Candidate should have extensive knowledge of civil engineering to include work in land development, utilities, road design, and stormwater. The ideal candidate will be a team player, naturally collaborative, and willing to step in to do whatever is needed to assist the City in building this resource and ultimately a new department. The candidate must be self-directed and adapt at managing multiple projects and priorities. A positive, customer centric, getting to yes mentality while adhering to all laws and regulations is required to successfully work with citizens, staff/team members, third party contract experts, consultants, and elected officials. Candidate must be affable in demeanor while also having a sense of gravitas to be able to communicate and work effectively with all parties. Excellent communication skills are required.

• Extensive knowledge of general civil engineering design and inspection practices.
• Knowledge of Georgia DOT specifications, project bidding, and contracting requirements.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and requirements applicable to federally funded and local transportation construction projects.
• Knowledge of small equipment operation and related safety measures.
• Knowledge of the techniques, equipment, and supplies used in public utilities construction, repair, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, and methods.
• Ability to use sound judgement, reasoning, selection, and interpretation in application of local, state, and federal codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Ability to estimate material and equipment types and quantities needed to complete assignments.
• Ability to use standard City software as intended.
• Ability to plan and conduct effective and informative public meetings.
• Ability to maintain high ethical standards, both on and off duty.
• Ability to recognize community needs and concerns.
• Ability to work routinely under highly stressful conditions.
• Ability to maintain a neat and orderly workspace.
• Ability to promote a positive work environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to provide effective leadership.
• Ability to take accurate notes during meetings.
• Ability to prepare and review financial documents.
• Ability to interpret and apply applicable engineering standards.
• Ability to maintain neat and clean appearance.
• Ability to use survey equipment.
• Ability to wear protective equipment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, emergency call back, shift work, nights, holidays, and weekends to accommodate City needs.
• Ability to refrain from using all tobacco products while on-duty.
• Skill in developing and interpreting plans and specifications.
• Skill in understanding and following oral and/or written instructions.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City employees and the public.
• Skill in developing and maintaining effective interpersonal relationships and resolving conflicts with tact and diplomacy.