Civil Engineer

City of Garland; Garland (TX); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading city organization is seeking a Project Manager in Public Works to oversee the design and execution of capital improvement projects. The role involves coordinating with departments and agencies, ensuring project compliance with city standards, and managing project scopes and contracts. Qualified candidates will possess a Civil Engineering degree, PE license, and relevant experience in municipal projects.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years experience in municipal roadway and drainage project management.
• Ability to obtain a PE license in six months post-employment.
• PMP Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage Capital Improvement/Public Works projects from inception to completion.
• Prepare, evaluate, and manage contracts with consultants.
• Coordinate with various stakeholders for project design and construction.

Skills

Civil Engineering principles

Project Management

Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling

Communication

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Project Management Software

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer

Tools

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

XPSWMM

FlowMaster

CulvertMaster

Bluebeam

Microsoft Project

Job description

Summary

Responsible for managing, reviewing and approving the design of Capital Improvement/Public Works projects (CIP) to ensure compliance with the City of Garland code of ordinances, generally accepted engineering practices and techniques and other agency regulations. Engineering CIP’s focus mainly on roadways, drainage, water and wastewater improvements.

Responsible for representing the City Engineering Department by coordinating, negotiating and managing various projects with industry professionals, property owners, City Departments, Utility Companies, other governmental agencies and City Management.

Pay Range: $ $99,000 - $130,000 (Depending on qualifications and experience)

Work Schedule: Traditional work week, 8:00am - 5:00pm Monday through Friday. After 6-month training period, hybrid work schedule with two remote workdays a week.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage Capital Improvement/Public Works from inception to completion, which includes scoping, design contract negotiation, design reviews, bidding and construction administration.

• Prepare Request for Qualifications (RFQ), evaluate Statement of Qualifications (SOQ), and negotiate/manage contracts and agreements with consultants and outside agencies.

• Review engineering studies and reports for conformance with City standards and applicable requirements.

• Assist citizens with questions and concerns related to City infrastructure.

• Coordinate with other City Departments, outside agencies and utility companies for the design and construction of various City projects.

• Utilize and maintain the Project Management Information System (PMIS) with applicable project information.

• Develop and monitor project scopes, costs, and schedules.

• Collaborates with staff and management across the organization and with outside third parties to clearly identify, explain and communicate their project involvement, project goals, expectations, objectives, policies, priorities, and tasks.

• Represents the Department and City by attending meetings, public events, and speaking engagements; attends staff meetings; schedules and coordinates project meetings and appointments.

• Communicate and respond to residents and outside agencies in regard to Public Works Projects.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from ABET accredited school.

• Licensed Professional Engineer or ability to obtain in six (6) months after employment.

• 4-6 years of experience in management of municipal roadway and drainage projects with a proven track record of successful completion of projects from initiation through design and construction.

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Experience:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification from Project Management Institute (PMI), or equivalent

• Experience in managing multiple, interrelated roadway and drainage projects

• Experience in Federal and State funding and process

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of Civil Engineering principles, techniques, and practices

• Knowledge of design principles of roadways (AASHTO) and drainage projects

• Skill in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software such as HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, XPSWMM, FlowMaster, CulvertMaster software and AutoCAD

• Knowledge of federal, state and local land development regulations

• Skill in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access)

• Skill in Bluebeam review sessions

• Skill in AutoCAD

• Skill in Project Management Software (ie. Microsoft Project or similar)

• Ability to communicate written and orally in English

• Ability to read plats, land records and other documentation

Licenses and Certifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer

• Valid Class C Texas driver's license