Civil Engineer III

City of Omaha; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 95,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Forty-hour work week

Comprehensive benefits

Pension and health insurance

Job summary

The City of Omaha is seeking a professional engineer to supervise and administer major public works projects across multiple divisions. The role involves coordinating design, construction, traffic, street maintenance, and plant operations with contractors and consultants.

Required are a Civil Engineering degree and at least three years of supervisory experience; NE Professional Engineer licensure by probation end is required. The position offers a forty-hour work week and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field plus 3 years supervising major public works program or project.
• Must become Professional Engineer in Nebraska by end of probationary period.
• Bridge unit: must hold or attain FHWA Bridge Inspection Program Manager as defined; AASHTO and Fracture Critical training within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise design, construction, traffic, street maintenance, treatment plant operations and related projects.
• Supervise subordinates and coordinate with private contractors/consultants.
• Prepare budgets and administer division budgets; review plans, designs, specs, and change orders.

Skills

Engineering principles

Contract administration

Project supervision

Budget administration

Public works knowledge

Leadership and management

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Three years supervising major public works programs

Job description

Candidates may be considered and interviewed for vacancies in multiple divisions, including Design, Wastewater Treatment, Sewer Maintenance, and CCSM.

Posting Type: Open Competitive

Work Type: Full Time

Nature of Work: This is professional engineering work supervising, coordinating and administering major projects and programs in a Public Works division. Work involves oversight of several projects or programs in design, construction, traffic, street maintenance, treatment plant operations, or plant maintenance and engineering. Work may also involve management of the function and administration of a smaller or less technical Public Works division, or responsibility for the study, design, construction, or operation of specially assigned engineering projects. An employee in this classification experiences considerable public contact and serves as a liaison with private contractors and consultants. The employee works independently, receiving general supervision from a superior, and supervises a number of technical and supervisory subordinates.

Education and Experience: The knowledge, skills, and abilities may be acquired through, but are not limited to, the following combination of education and/or experience. Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering field AND Three years of experience in supervising the operations of a major public works program or project, including supervising subordinates, making decisions, solving complex technical issues, and negotiating and administering contracts.

Special Qualifications: Must become a Professional Engineer registered by the State of Nebraska by the end of the probationary employment period. Must be able to transport oneself or coordinate transportation to work sites throughout the City during the course of the work day. If assigned to the Bridge unit within the Construction Division: Must hold the position of Bridge Inspection Program Manager as defined by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) or attain the position within three (3) months of appointment. Must successfully complete training in the latest version of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) within six (6) months of appointment. Must successfully complete training in the Fracture Critical bridge inspection course within one year of appointment. Must be qualified as, or become qualified as, a Responsible Charge as defined by the Nebraska Department of Roads within three (3) months of appointment.

Pay Range: $94,744.00 with step increases to $132,912.00 Annually

Benefits: Forty-hour work week. Paid leave per year: twelve days vacation; five days management; fifteen days sick; and fifteen holidays. Employee's group health insurance, including major medical, vision, and dental, for individual or family. Defined benefit pension plan, plus Social Security, and more. See hr.cityofomaha.org for detailed information.

Who Can Apply: Any person who meets the qualifications and other requirements described in this posting.

Examination Information: The examination will consist of a structured interview which will be scheduled at a later date. The structured interview is designed to assess job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position. The final eligibility list will be assembled from those candidates achieving a passing score of 60% on the structured interview (100% weight).

Veteran Points: To claim five (5) points for veteran's preference, you must submit proof of service (such as a DD-214) that includes the date of induction, date of honorable separation, and Social Security number. (You must have completed more than 180 consecutive days of active duty.) To receive an additional five (5) points credit for disability, you must submit proof of eligibility from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs dated within the last 12 months. This information must be submitted to the Human Resources Department by June 26, 2026.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the engineering principles, practices, and procedures as applied to design, construction, structural engineering, traffic engineering, street maintenance, or environmental engineering
• Knowledge of modern methods, techniques, materials, maintenance procedures, and engineering and safety standards used in the study, design, construction, maintenance, and operation of public works programs and projects
• Knowledge of the sources of current information relative to public works engineering programs and projects
• Knowledge of contract administration and the laws and regulations involved in the acquisition of federal grants
• Knowledge of the procedures required to perform technical research and write technical reports
• Knowledge of the principles, techniques, and application of effective management
• Knowledge of and ability to operate a computer or other technology using standard or customized computer or systems software applications appropriate to the assigned tasks
• Skill in the preparation, interpretation, and verification of engineering plans and specifications
• Skill in the preparation and administration of division budgets
• Skill in the coordination of responsibilities of projects performed by private contractors and consultants
• Ability to make decisions based on established practices and regulations
• Ability to plan, coordinate, schedule, assign, supervise, review, and guide the work of subordinate engineering employees
• Ability to review and approve or reject plans, designs, specifications, change orders, cost estimates, and payment letters
• Ability to serve as an advisor in a major technical specialty; plan, supervise, and participate in research; confer with professional associates to provide interpretations and advise on the theories, concepts, and practices; and recommend new approaches or changes in policies, standards, or procedures as warranted by new developments in the field
• Ability to learn and adapt to advances in computer and electronics device technology and software
• Ability to understand written or oral instructions
• Ability to adhere to safety policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Ability to sit from 76 to 100% of the time; and to climb, reach, balance, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crouch, crawl, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, or type up to 25% of the time
• Ability to use up to ten (10) pounds of force up to 33% of the time to move objects
• If assigned to the Bridge unit within the Construction Division: Ability to move and carry equipment weighing up to fifty (50) pounds 0-33% of the time

Essential Functions: Any one position may not perform all of the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all of the duties that may be performed in positions allocated to this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Plans, coordinates, schedules, assigns, supervises, reviews and guides the work of subordinate engineering employees
• Plans and supervises the design and construction or maintenance of streets, bridges, culverts, pedestrian overpasses, traffic controls, sewers, and treatment plant facilities, equipment, and operations
• Coordinates city responsibilities on federal highway construction projects, ensuring that plans comply with state standards and specifications, plans are available when needed, and projects are completed on schedule
• Serves as project manager on major projects, coordinates and oversees the work of consultants and contractors, prepares project schedules, monitors progress, and finalizes projects
• Supervises and participates in design review, ensuring correctness, ease and economy of maintenance, and compliance with standards and codes
• Confers with contractors, consultants, and architects to resolve technical issues and approves or rejects change orders and design modifications
• Prepares and submits budget requests and purchasing requisitions and assists in the preparation and administration of the division budget
• Approves plans, designs, specifications, change orders, cost estimates, and payment letters
• Supervises and participates in the inspection of work in progress
• Serves as advisor in a major technical specialty; confers with professional associates to provide interpretations and advice on theories, concepts, and practices; and recommends new approaches or changes in policies, standards, or procedures as warranted by new developments in the field
• Plans, supervises, and participates in research into complex engineering issues and develops new designs, techniques, and procedures
• Prepares and checks payment estimates, notices of completion, and final reports
• Maintains regular job attendance in accordance with a schedule established for the position by the supervisor
• Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates within the scope of this classification

Conditions of Employment: Candidates must provide proof of U.S. citizenship, permanent residence, or authorization to work without sponsorship. The City of Omaha reserves the right to conduct pre-employment inquiries or evaluations of candidates for employment as it deems appropriate for the particular position. Pre-employment inquiries may include, without limitation: verification of employment history and educational attainment; review of driving, credit, and criminal convictions; hearing, drug, functional capacity, psychological, vision, and medical tests; and/or any other relevant background information deemed appropriate to determine the suitability of the applicant for the position. Failure to provide the information requested in the application and hiring process in a truthful, timely, accurate, and complete manner may result in disqualification, revocation of a conditional offer of employment, or termination.

Reasonable Accommodation: The City of Omaha does not discriminate on the basis of disability. If you need a disability-related accommodation during the job application or selection process, advise the Human Resources Department at least 48 hours prior to the need by emailing [e-mail].

For a complete description of this job classification, visit hr.cityofomaha.org

Contact Points:

City of Omaha Human Resources Department
1819 Farnam St, Suite 506
Omaha, NE 68183

Phone: [phone]
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Website: hr.cityofomaha.org
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