Civil Engineer II

Chatham County, GA Government; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Chatham County, GA Government is seeking a Civil Engineer II to review development projects, ensure compliance with engineering standards, and provide technical recommendations for a safe, sustainable community. A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field, five years of experience, and EIT certification are required, with the opportunity to obtain a Georgia PE license within two years.

A valid Driver’s License is required; duties include coordinating with contractors and agencies,

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Requires five (5) years of Civil Engineering experience; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.
• Must possess the Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certification.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a State of Georgia Professional Engineering (PE) License within two (2) years of employment.

Responsibilities

• Regulates subdivision and commercial development, reviewing construction plans for compliance with codes and standards.
• Inspects ongoing and completed developments for compliance and issues notices for violations.
• Issues Land Disturbing Activities permits.
• Drafts policies and amendments to local engineering ordinances and codes for County approval.
• Advises County Manager and Commissioners on construction projects.
• Attends meetings with County officials and presents information for agenda approvals.
• Notifies property owners about project impacts and schedules.
• Completes reports, charts, and maps related to projects.
• Coordinates with contractors and agencies to resolve construction issues and adjust designs as needed.
• Reviews ESA and ESA waiver requests for compliance and approvals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Regulatory compliance

Project review

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

EIT Certification

GA PE license within 2 years

Driver's License

Job description

Summary

Put your Civil Engineering expertise to work shaping the growth and development of Chatham County as a Civil Engineer II. This role offers the opportunity to review and guide development projects, ensure compliance with engineering standards and regulations, collaborate with contractors and public agencies, and provide technical recommendations that help build a safe, sustainable community. A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, five years of experience, and EIT certification are required, with the opportunity to obtain a Georgia PE license within two years.

Examples of duties

• Regulates the development of new subdivisions and commercial sites in a section of the County, including reviewing and approving construction plans and supporting calculations to ensure compliance with local and State codes and ordinances and established engineering standards.
• Inspects ongoing and completed developments to ensure compliance with approved plans and issues violation notices and stop work orders to non-compliant sites.
• Issues Land Disturbing Activities permits.
• Researches and drafts new policies and ordinances and amendments to existing local engineering ordinances and codes for approval by the County Commission.
• Provides information and advice and makes recommendations to the County Manager, County Commissioners, and department heads regarding construction projects.
• Attends meetings with the County Manager, County Commissioners, and others as necessary.
• Prepares and presents information regarding County Commission agenda items for approval.
• Notifies property owners of property impacts and construction schedules of projects as requested.
• Completes all necessary reports, charts, graphs, correspondence, maps, and reports.
• Addresses, processes, investigates, and coordinates efforts to respond to citizen questions, complaints, and concerns about projects, including providing citizens with information.
• Coordinates with contractors, other departments and agencies, and other interested parties to solve construction difficulties and problems and adjusts original designs as needed.
• Reviews subdivision plats, Environmental Site Assessments (ESA), and ESA waiver requests to verify project compliance with County codes, ordinances, and requirements, including approving or denying ESA waiver requests, and recommending plats for approval by the County Engineer.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or a closely related field, and
• At least five (5) years of experience in Civil Engineering; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.
• Must possess the Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certification.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a State of Georgia Professional Engineering (PE) License within two (2) years of employment.