Civil Engineer

tucsonaz; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 101,350,000 - 152,010,000; Full time

Job summary

Tucson Water seeks a Civil Engineer to maintain engineering activities for City infrastructure, ensuring regulatory compliance and safe water delivery in Tucson. You will manage projects spanning treatment, transmission, and distribution, with design and construction oversight, under the Engineering Manager.

Responsibilities include coordinating with developers, agencies, and consultants; preparing contract documents; monitoring progress; and leading project teams while ensuring safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental/Mechanical engineering.
• PE license required by ABTR.
• Minimum two years of related water systems experience.

Responsibilities

• Project management of water infrastructure from design through construction.
• Coordinate with developers, municipalities and agencies on Tucson Water projects.
• Develop contract documents, estimates, bids, and changes; work with consultants/contractors.
• Inspect sites to ensure conformance to design and safety standards.

Skills

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Tools

Hydraulic modeling software (EPANET/WaterGEMS)

Job description

Posting Close Date

Tucson Water is the largest water provider in southern Arizona delivering safe, reliable drinking water to approximately 750,000 people across a 390-square-mile service area. Our team manages nearly 250,000 connections and delivers close to 30 billion gallons of potable water per year through an extensive infrastructure network that includes aquifer storage and recovery facilities, over 200 groundwater wells, 60 storage facilities, and 4,600 miles of pipeline. Tucson Water is recognized as a global leader for its water resource management, conservation programs and its commitment to sustainable, long-term water planning in the Sonoran Desert fully embracing the One Water philosophy.

This position requires a Professional Engineer (PE) License - Arizona Board of Technical Registration (ABTR)

Reciprocity from another state is acceptable within six (6) months from date of hire.

New Area Development

This position functions in a fast-paced environment ensuring developer financed projects are reviewed and approved to meet City policies and Tucson Water's design standards. This position will require an understanding of hydraulic modeling, working knowledge of construction methods for water systems, and an ability to work closely with stakeholders in the development community.

Planning and Engineering, General

This position will be responsible for the implementation of water related infrastructure projects in Tucson Water's capital improvement program. This may include performing detailed design, project management and construction management.

Planning and Engineering, Treatment Focus

This position reviews and manages projects related to water treatment facilities.

Position Specific Summary

The Civil Engineer supports Tucson Water's mission by maintaining engineering activities associated with the City's infrastructure, ensuring compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.

This position works on projects spanning water treatment, transmission, and distribution infrastructure that serve the Tucson community, including both detailed design and project management.

Work is performed under the supervision of a Tucson Water Engineering Manager.

This position will require strong written and verbal communication skills, will lead project teams, and may supervise other technical staff.

General Duties

• Project management of water related infrastructure projects from design through construction.
• Coordinate directly with developers, other municipalities, and agencies on Tucson Water infrastructure related projects
• Determines project scopes, budgets and timelines.
• Develops contract documents, specifications, estimates costs, evaluates bids, and negotiates changes. Work directly with consultants and contractors.
• Inspects project sites during construction to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications.
• Develops, recommends and implements engineering solutions.
• Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor's Degree
• Work Experience: Two (2) years of directly related experience
• License: Professional Engineer (PE) License - Arizona Board of Technical Registration (ABTR)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Two years or more engineering experience in water system design for potable/reclaimed transmission and distribution water mains.
• Two years or more experience in the hydraulic modeling of water distribution systems.
• One year or more experience in water distribution system construction.
• Two years or more supervisory experience.
• Course work in surveying and construction methods/technology.

POSITION DETAILS

• Job Profile J2013 - Civil Engineer To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Tucson-Talent .
• Compensation Grade G110 Hourly Range
• $35.37 - 53.05 USD
• The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Exempt Position Type
• Regular Time Type
• Department Water Utility Department Link https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departmen