Engineer I (Dallas Water Utilities - Civil Service)

City of Dallas, TX; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 77,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Dallas is seeking an Engineer I to perform planning, design, and quantitative analysis to support the city’s public infrastructure and fire protection systems. This licensed engineer will manage projects from design through construction, coordinating with city departments and external partners.

Candidates should hold a Texas PE and a BS in engineering; experience with capital improvement projects and contract management is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Texas, or eligible to obtain within six months.
• Experience with city infrastructure projects and design/inspection processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design and construction contracts for City infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate all phases of engineering design and capital improvement projects.
• Develop and review plans to ensure compliance with standards.
• Review invoices, submittals, and progress payments.
• Prepare agenda and change order packages for contracts.
• Collaborate with consultants, inspectors, and city departments to complete projects.

Skills

Project management

Engineering design

Civil engineering

Budgeting

Communication

Contract management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Job description

Dallas is Growing. Grow With Us.Looking for more than just a job? The City of Dallas offers careers with purpose. With competitive benefits, growth opportunities, and a vibrant work culture,we’re committed to helping you thrive while you help our city flourish. Be part of a team that’s committed to service, innovation, and community.Job SummaryActs as a licensed engineer conducting planning, design, research, and other activities involving quantitative analysis and conventional engineering problem-solving for the City of Dallas.Job DescriptionOverviewEngineer I is a licensed engineer conducting planning, design, research, and other activities involving quantitative and qualitative analysis and conventional engineering problem-solving to develop and maintain the public infrastructure and/or fire protection systems of the City of Dallas. The Engineer I provides general project management and engineering expertise in the design, construction, implementation, and completion of all engineering related projects, including fire protection system strategies and safety regulation for the City of Dallas.Essential Functions1. Provides project management over design and construction contracts for paving, streetscape, alley, aviation, facilities, drainage, flood control, bridge, sidewalk, erosion control, water and wastewater utilities, fire protection systems, and any other infrastructure improvement projects.2. Coordinates all phases of the engineering design and construction of capital improvement projects; participates in the development of budget and determining funding; engages, interacts, and collaborates with other departments within the City; communicates and provides responses to citizens, council members, developers, and other City departments regarding project status.3. Develops, designs, and reviews engineering plans for all City of Dallas infrastructure to ensure that the proposed infrastructure improvements are of good design quality and that the projects are in compliance with City, State and Federal standards.4. Reviews and approves engineering design invoices, engineering design submittals, contractor progress payments, and other construction documents.5. Prepares agenda packages, administrative action packages, and change order packages for engineering design contracts, engineering supplemental agreements, construction contracts, and construction change orders.6. Collaborates, engages, and works with consultants, inspectors, contractors, engineers, representatives from other agencies within the City and outside, to successfully complete the design and construction of all infrastructure projects; performs occasional site visits to verify progress, responds to engineering concerns, and inspects project specifications; ensures budget adherence for engineering and construction projects.7. Performs other work as needed or required.Knowledge and SkillsAdvanced knowledge of city ordinances, design manuals, engineering standards, state and federal regulations, fire safety codes and professional ethics.Advanced knowledge of project management and implementation practices and methods.Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a variety of audiences.Advanced knowledge of civil engineering principles including safety, legal, licensing, credentialing, and innovation.Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships at all levels.Knowledge of contract management.Skilled in managing and directing engineering projects.EDUCATIONBachelor of Science in engineering or higher in engineering from program accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering Technology (EAC/ABET).LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONSProfessional Engineering License from the State of Texas. Professional Engineers with license/registration from other states must obtain the Texas license within six (6) months after appointment.For Fire Protection Division only, a Licensed Professional Engineer in Fire Protection License is required.OTHER REQUIREMENTSSome positions require a valid driver’s license with good driving record.Some positions may be subject to field-work and inclement weather conditions.EQUIVALENCYFor Fire Protection Division only, two (2) years of progressive engineering experience in fire protection as a Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) will replace P.E. in Fire Protection license requirement.Salary Range$77,272.00 - $96,574.40The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Welcome to the City of Dallas!The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex. We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community.Questions? Contact our recruiting departments:Civil Service - [e-mail] - Acquisition [e-mail]