DWM Watershed Plan Reviewer II (OES)

City Of Atlanta Careers; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Atlanta seeks a Watershed Plan Reviewer II to review construction plans for compliance with Federal, State, City and AWWA codes. The role supports plan reviews and field activities within the Watershed Management Department, requiring strong civil engineering expertise and project coordination.

The position reports to the Watershed Plan Review Coordinator and involves cross-department collaboration, cost estimation, and ensuring accurate documentation throughout the review process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Five (5) years of Construction or Project Management related experience.
• Must have knowledge of Federal and State regulations.
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Review plans, drawings, studies and reports for compliance with codes and regulations.
• Coordinate document management and plan review workflow.
• Explain procedures to customers to facilitate permits and payments.
• Conduct site visits and coordinate with other divisions and agencies.
• Create accurate cost estimates; perform quality control reviews.

Skills

Plan review

Engineering drawings

Code knowledge

Data analysis

Customer communication

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Accela permitting software

Job description

General Description and Classification Standards:

The Watershed Plan Reviewer II reports to the Watershed Plan Review Coordinator. The Watershed Plan Reviewer II responsibility is to review construction plans to ensure compliance with regulatory codes, ordinances, and laws; and to perform related work.

Under general supervision, the Watershed Plan Reviewer II is responsible for providing plan review services and field support in the Department of Watershed Management. The scope of the review of the engineering design and complexity of the issues necessitate that the Watershed Plan Reviewer II be highly skilled in all aspects of Civil Engineering.

Reports to the Watershed Plan Review Coordinator.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

• Collect and review all aspects of engineer drawings, studies, and reports. Create and comment on plan revisions to assist Engineer on requirements for approval.
• Coordinates document management activities with team to ensure effective and efficient maintenance of document. Prepares updates in database regarding plan review and other issues that may arise. Routes plans through the review process by entering data in Accela permitting software.
• Ensure and enforce compliance with Federal, State, City and AWWA Codes regarding engineering design requirements.
• Provide explanation of departmental procedures to customers to facilitate permits, issuance requirements and payment of services; to direct customers to appropriate areas for services requested.
• Coordinate with other Engineering Divisions, Watershed Offices, City Departments, and external Agencies.
• Create an accurate cost estimate.
• Research projects and perform site visits to gather information. Schedule and oversee pre-construction meetings with contractor and engineer to discuss the installation of water services.
• Perform quality control reviews of colleague’s work.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully, it is not an exhaustive list.

• Possess advanced knowledge in Federal, State, City and AWWA Codes to be able to perform quality control reviews.
• Possess the skill and ability to read, interpret and critique engineering plans and drawing, plats and surveys, as-built drawing and easements plats, contour maps, profile drawings, and cross-section drawings.
• Methods and techniques of installation procedures, as required in the performance of duties.
• Compile and analyze data, prepare reports, and make recommendations.
• Current technology for plan review approval, document maintenance, storage, and preservation.
• Ability to apply experience and professional knowledge to carry out most assignments in professional area; ability to apply general knowledge across organization or discipline lines.
• Perform quality control reviews of colleague’s work.

Additional Requirements

• Performs work under general supervision with review and advice from manager or senior level personnel. Able to resolve conflict with the installation of water services with other utilities.
• Performs work under general supervision with review and advice from manager or senior level personnel.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related area.
• Five (5) years of Construction or Project Management related experience.
• Must have knowledge of Federal and State regulations.
• Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job will be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related area.
• Five (5) years of Construction or Project Management related experience.

Licensures and Certifications

• Valid State of Georgia Driver’s License
• Wastewater and/or Water Distribution Certification.
• Georgia Soil & Water Conservation Commission (GSWCC) Level II Certification.
• PFive (5) years of Construction or Project Management related experience.

Lifting Requirements

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

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 accommodations 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.

Job Info

• Job Identification 34299
• Job Category General
• Posting Date 10/05/2026, 10:32 PM
• Apply Before 10/12/2026, 09:00 PM
• Job Schedule Full time