DWM Civil Engineering Manager I (OWP)

City of Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Atlanta seeks an experienced Engineering Manager to lead the Site Development Section within the Office of Watershed Protection. You will oversee professional/technical projects, including design review, standards enforcement, surveying, inspections, and other components of engineering programs in Atlanta's city limits.

The role includes managing day-to-day operations, coordinating with the Site Development Manager and senior officials, and staffing up to twenty engineers and technical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a related field.
• 5 years of progressively responsible management experience in engineering, water resources management, environmental policy, land use planning, hydrology, or a closely related technical area.
• Master's degree in Civil Engineering and/or a related field (preferred).
• Equivalent combinations of training and experience will be determined under prescribed guidelines.
• Possession of a Professional Engineer license is highly desirable; GSWWC Level II Certification must be obtained within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Review all aspects of engineer drawings, studies, hydrology reports, etc.
• Provide written comments pertaining to permitting.
• Route plans through the permitting process and track status in software.
• Provide guidance to applicants on required standards for permitting matters.
• Enforce City of Atlanta design, erosion control, and stormwater management standards.
• Coordinate with other agencies as necessary (e.g., Georgia DNR).
• Check tax records as necessary concerning sewer connections to City Wastewater system.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Construction project knowledge

Grant writing & management

Computer software proficiency

Interpersonal & teamwork

Reading drawings & interpretations

Negotiation & conflict resolution

Legal document literacy

Microsoft Suites & project management

Education

Bachelors in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Masters in Civil Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Salary range: $88,654 - $118,353

Salary range: $88,654 - $118,353

General Description and Classification Standards:

Manages professional/technical engineering projects including, engineering design and review, standards, survey work, inspections, and other engineering project components. This position may be responsible for the day-to-day Management of the Site Development Section within the Office of Watershed Protection, Department of Watershed Management. Site Development provides technical review of all construction plans, both public and private sector, which involve “earth disturbing activities” within the City Limits of Atlanta. This review serves to enforce both Georgia state laws regarding erosion and waters quality, and City of Atlanta standards for sanitary sewer design and capacity, paving, grading, drainage, and storm water management. This position is responsible for assisting in overseeing and managing engineering, contractual, and financial activities for this program area. This employee will interface with the Site Development Manager, Bureau Directors, the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioners, and Law Department. This employee will identify engineering and technical needs, and manpower requirements for the program area. Reviews and critiques all engineering documents submitted by applicants for Building Permits. This employee will be responsible for the work activities of as many as twenty staff including engineers and technical staff.

Job Description

Posting expires: October 14, 2026

Salary range: $88,654 - $118,353

General Description and Classification Standards:Manages professional/technical engineering projects including, engineering design and review, standards, survey work, inspections, and other engineering project components. This position may be responsible for the day-to-day Management of the Site Development Section within the Office of Watershed Protection, Department of Watershed Management. Site Development provides technical review of all construction plans, both public and private sector, which involve “earth disturbing activities” within the City Limits of Atlanta. This review serves to enforce both Georgia state laws regarding erosion and waters quality, and City of Atlanta standards for sanitary sewer design and capacity, paving, grading, drainage, and storm water management. This position is responsible for assisting in overseeing and managing engineering, contractual, and financial activities for this program area. This employee will interface with the Site Development Manager, Bureau Directors, the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioners, and Law Department. This employee will identify engineering and technical needs, and manpower requirements for the program area. Reviews and critiques all engineering documents submitted by applicants for Building Permits. This employee will be responsible for the work activities of as many as twenty staff including engineers and technical staff.

Supervision Received:

This position may require you to work independently and only report to the supervisor when necessary approvals or other direction is required. Direction received is general and focuses more on long-term and short-term operating objectives, managerial effectiveness, and operating results. This level would be considered “middle” management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review all aspects of engineer drawings, studies, hydrology reports, etc.
• Provide written comments pertaining to permitting
• Route plans through the permitting process, track the status of program in the review process by maintain project specific computer software, review contractors compliance with City of Atlanta minimum design standards
• Provide written comments pertaining to reviews
• Route plans through the plan review process
• Tracks the status of plan in the review process by entering data in software(s)
• Provide point of contact for applicants needing advice
• Concern minimum design standards
• Provide guidance to applicants on required standards concerning all permitting matters
• Enforce City of Atlanta Code of Ordinances concerning engineering design requirements
• Enforce City of Atlanta and Official Code of Georgia requirements for Soil and Erosion Control Standards and Best Management Practices as pertains to Program
• Review and enforce City of Atlanta, as well as the State of Georgia Stream Bank Buffer requirements
• Coordinate with other agencies as necessary, e.g. Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Georgia Soil and Water Conservation District
• Provide guidance and advice regarding Easement, Right of Entry Agreements, access requirements, and Indemnity Agreements
• Provide guidance and enforce City of Atlanta Bonding requirements
• Overview and minimize, as necessary, impact of contractor’s access arrangements on City’s existing easements
• Check tax records as necessary concerning sewer connections to City Wastewater system

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of technical terminology
• Knowledge of construction projects - administrative or field
• Knowledge of engineering, water, sewage, procurement, hydraulics, and geotechnical processes and terminology
• Knowledge of legal requirements of water conservation laws & ordinances; thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of water resource management and watershed science
• Knowledge of grant writing and grant management
• Skilled in computer and software(s)
• Skilled in administrative and managerial
• Skilled in inter-personal and team working
• Skilled in communicating verbally and written
• Ability to develop relationships and partnerships
• Ability to write clear and concise technical documents
• Ability to read, understand, and prepare legal documentsAbility to effectively negotiate resolutions of conflicts among citizens, neighbors, elected officials and staff,
• Ability to efficiently manage a government office open to the public
• Ability to interact effectively with various personality styles and with upper departmental management or elected officials
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
• Ability to interpret laws, regulations and guidelines
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Suites and Project Management programs

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a related field
• 5 years of progressively responsible management experience in engineering, water resources management, environmental policy, land use planning, hydrology, or a closely related technical area.

Preferred Education And Experience

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering and/or a related field
• 6 years of progressively responsible management experience in engineering, water resources management, environmental policy, land use planning, hydrology, or a closely related technical area.
• Equivalent combinations of training and experience will be determined under prescribed guidelines.

Licensures and Certifications

• Possession of a certificate of registration as a Professional Engineer is highly desirable.
• Georgia Soil & Water Conservation Commission (GSWCC) Level II Certification must be obtained within 6 months.

Essential Capabilities And Work Environment

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job. Must be physically able to maneuver full size sets of engineering drawings.

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.