Civil Engineer

American Society of Civil Engineers; Centralia (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Centralia is seeking a licensed civil engineer to perform professional engineering work and manage public works projects including streets, water and sewer systems, and related facilities. The role involves preparing designs, specifications, cost estimates and overseeing project administration.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in civil engineering with an EIT in Washington, at least three years of experience, and a valid WA driver license.

Qualifications

• Three years of professional civil engineering experience.
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with EIT in Washington.
• Combination of training and experience acceptable per state rules.

Responsibilities

• Prepare designs, specifications, costs and quantity estimates for public works.
• Obtain easements or permits for streets, water/sewer systems, and facilities.
• Provide engineering support to development review, hearings and planning meetings.
• Prepare RFPs and bids; review bids and consultant designs.
• Review computations, layouts and survey data for accuracy.
• Act as project engineer, research codes/regulations, prepare plans and specs.
• Coordinate bidding, construction management and contractor guidance.
• Review developer plans for compliance with standards.
• Represent City Engineer on project management issues when needed.
• Oversee automated design and GIS-related projects by staff.
• Provide engineering support for City GIS system.

Skills

Civil engineering principles

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Public works design

Survey and calculations

Construction management

GIS/Computer applications

Technical report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

EIT in Washington

Job description

Open until filled

Status: full-time, non-represented, exempt

Job Standards/Qualifications

Performs professional engineering work and/or administration and consulting work in the design, investigations, and construction of street, utility, ground water, domestic water, storm water, wastewater, light systems and other public works projects. Prepares plans and specifications; and act as a project manager on assigned projects.

Educations and Experience

Three years of increasingly responsible professional civil engineering experience. A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a related field and possession of an EIT in the State of Washington. Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered.

Special Requirements

Possession of or the ability to obtain, and maintain throughout employment, a valid Washington State Driver License with acceptable driving record.

Benefits

• Vacation and Sick leave accruals, 12 paid Holidays which included one floating holiday


• Up to two (2) weeks executive leave annually


• Medical, dental and vision insurance options


• City paid $105,000 life insurance


• Long-term disability plan


• Washington State Retirement Systems (PERS)


• Participation in VEBA (Health Reimbursement Account)


• Employee Assistant Program


• Choice of two (2) Employee contributed Deferred Compensation Plans

NOTE: Resumes may be submitted, but will NOT be accepted in lieu of the City’s application form. The City of Centralia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity and access regardless of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disabled veteran status, veteran status, physical, mental or sensory disability. Women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The City will provide reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities during the selection process, if requested. Please notify Personnel of the accommodation needed, preferably at the time of applying. Only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States are eligible for employment. All new employees will be required to complete and sign an Employment Eligibility Verification form and present documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility.

GENERAL FUNCTION

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions– Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Prepare engineering designs, specifications, costs and quantity estimates of public work projects;


• obtain required easements or permits for streets and light department, water and sewer system construction, water, storm water and wastewater treatment facilities, and utility structures.


• Provide engineering support to development review process, including support during hearings, per-application conferences and planning commission meetings.


• Prepare requests for proposals and bids; review contract bids and proposals; assist in the coordination and review of consultants’ design work.


• Review and check adequacy and accuracy of computations, preliminary layout and design work from the field and survey data.


• Act as a project engineer; research applicable codes, regulations and requirements for assigned project; develop engineering plans and compile preliminary layout of plans; write specifications for plans; coordinate required advertising for bids; perform construction management; advise contractor(s) and construction inspectors during actual construction.


• Review developer plans and specifications within scope of knowledge for the appropriate design of public works projects and compliance with City’s standards.


• Represents City Engineer on project management issues in absence of City Engineer.


• Oversee automated computer design and mapping projects performed by subordinate personnel to assure accuracy and compliance with laws, design criteria, and plan specifications.


• Provide engineering support for City’s G.I.S.


• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of civil and structural engineering.


• Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations including civil engineering laws and regulations.


• Principles and practices of street, water, storm water and wastewater treatment facilities, and light departments.


• Principles and practices of pavement management and design.


• Terminology, methods, practices and techniques used in technical civil engineering report and project estimate preparation.


• Recent developments, current literature, and sources of information regarding civil engineering.


• Principles and practices of project and construction management.


• Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment.

Ability to:

• Resolve regulatory, public relations and system design questions.


• Manage engineering projects.


• Ensure project compliance with appropriate federal, state and local rules, laws and regulations.


• Monitor phases of construction projects and prepare progress reports.


• Conduct comprehensive engineering studies and develop appropriate recommendations.


• Perform technical research and solve multi-disciplinary engineering problems.


• Ability to take initiative, think creatively and work independently.


• Develop, review and modify civil or structural engineering plans, designs, and specifications.


• Exercise professional engineering judgment to achieve results consistent with objectives.


• Use personal computer and appropriate computer software programs.


• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

Work is performed while driving or walking in varying weather conditions. Employee risks physical hazard from mechanical equipment, exposure to hazardous materials common to construction sites. Must be able to perform manual labor, including, but not limited to, bending, stooping, twisting, pulling, working in confined spaces, lifting at least 50 pounds.