Engineer II - Capital Projects

City of Shoreline; Shoreline (WA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free ORCA passes

Remote work eligibility under hybrid安排

Job summary

City of Shoreline seeks an Engineer II to manage and support capital projects from planning through design and construction close-out, with emphasis on surface water and wastewater initiatives. You will coordinate with divisions, consult with agencies, and lead public involvement to ensure timely delivery within budget.

The role requires five years in capital project delivery, a PE license or eligibility, and ability to work collaboratively in inter-divisional teams, with strong communication

Qualifications

• Five years managing and/or designing capital projects with at least three years as project manager.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, planning, architecture, construction management or related field.
• WA Professional Engineer license or ability to obtain within one year of hire; PMP certification desired.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee development of capital projects including streets, facilities, parks, surface water and wastewater; meet schedule and budget objectives.
• Administer contracts with outside consultants; advertise, interview and select consultants; negotiate work programs for subsequent contracts.
• Oversee consultants, monitor budget, contract expenses, schedules and performance.
• Prepare engineering designs and estimates; develop long-range plans for infrastructure; project cost forecasts.

Skills

Project management

Public works engineering

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MS Office

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY

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Shoreline is an inclusive City that endeavors to build a work culture which embraces diversity, encourages participation, and promotes equity.

Public Works is an exciting environment committed to serving the Shoreline community through a variety of projects and programs. The Department is accredited by the American Public Works Association (APWA) demonstrating use of best practices for the industry and a dedication to continually improving/enhancing operations and project delivery. The Engineering Division within the Department is seeking a motivated individual to fill the role of Engineer II and in this role become a key member of our Capital Projects Team. The Capital Projects Team is responsible for the project management, design, and construction of City Capital projects. Our team delivers an annual Capital Improvement Program of $50 million to $70 million with projects in transportation, surface water, wastewater, and facilities.

The individual selected for this position will directly manage or support management of Capital Projects from planning through design and construction close-out and/or infrastructure programs. While they may work on a variety of project types, with this posting we are particularly interested in candidates with expertise and an interest in supporting our surface water and wastewater capital projects.

The project management role consists of planning, management, and design (or oversight of engineering consultants for design) of capital projects from inception through construction close-out in collaboration with other team members and managers. Project management assignments will include a combination of the following:

• Roadway projects
• New sidewalk and sidewalk rehabilitation projects
• Off corridor bike network projects
• Surface water projects
• Wastewater projects
• Facilities projects

We seek a motivated individual with capital project delivery experience and expertise or desire to grow. The ideal candidate will be able to work equally well independently and in inter-divisional teams to develop and deliver projects within established schedules and budgets.

Definition

Manage the development and delivery of capital projects subject to strict deadlines, including managing public involvement, hiring and overseeing consultants, and meeting schedule and budget objectives. Coordinate assigned activities with other divisions, departments and outside agencies. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers, other departments, outside agencies, consultants, contractors and citizens, and provide highly responsible and complex project management and engineering support to City departments.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is an advanced journey level classification. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Engineer I - Capital Projects classification by the level of license/certification required, the level of engineering and project management skills, the level of responsibility assumed, and the complexity of duties assigned. Employees in this classification perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties on complex and high-profile capital projects and activities requiring an effective combination of planning, engineering, project management and communication skills, fluency in procedures related to assigned area of responsibility and the ability to work independently.

Supervision Received and Exercised

Receives administrative supervision from Engineer III -- Supervisor.

Examples of Duties

Essential Functions

1. Manage and oversee the development of capital projects including streets, facilities, parks, surface water, and wastewater. Meet schedule and budget objectives for assigned projects.
2. Administer contracts with outside consulting services as required; advertise, interview and select consultants; negotiate work programs for subsequent contracts.
3. Oversee consultants, monitor budget, contract expenses, schedules, and consultant performance.
4. Provide cost estimates and forecasts for capital improvement projects; assist in developing long-range plans for City infrastructure; research and prepare projections related to expenditures, revenues, and requirements.
5. Prepare engineering designs for capital projects including engineering calculations, preparation of plans and specifications.
6. Manage construction including schedules, bid openings, contract awards, construction progress, inspections, change management, and project close-out for all capital projects, identify problems, recommend and act to implement solutions throughout the project.
7. Coordinate assigned activities with other divisions, departments and outside agencies and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers, other departments, consultants, contractors and citizens.
8. Coordinate and define community engagement strategies and plans with the Community Engagement Coordinator.
9. Work directly with department directors and the public to implement complex and controversial projects.
10. Manage public outreach. Provide information to the public regarding the Capital Improvement Program; respond to questions and resolve complaints as needed; attend community meetings and make presentations related to capital and special projects; conduct and participate in project meetings with other City staff.
11. Participate in the development and administration of the capital projects budget; participate in the forecast of funds needed for equipment, materials and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; implement adjustments; assist in pursuing grants and other funds necessary to support the Capital Improvement Program.
12. Manage State and Federally sourced grant funding for assigned projects, including monitoring and internal and external reporting, and ensuring that all project records are maintained in an auditable condition, in adherence to applicable regulations and procedures.
13. Provide responsible support and assistance to upper management and to the directors and managers of departments with assigned projects.
14. Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of trends and innovations in the field of project management and engineering.

Marginal Function

• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of trends and innovations in the field of project management and engineering.

Qualifications

Knowledge of

• Fundamentals of engineering including the methods, techniques and practices utilized for the design, operation, alteration, repair and maintenance of transportation, facilities, surface water, and wastewater collection and pumping systems.
• Operational characteristics, services and activities of project management and construction management
• Methods, techniques and equipment of field inspection, surveying, drafting and design.
• Principles, best practices, and current emerging trends in community engagement; including targeted meeting strategies based on community-specific needs.
• Principles and practices of consultant contracting and public works contract administration.
• Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.
• Principles and practices of negotiation.
• Principles of technical and business communication, including business letter writing and report preparation.
• Applicable computer software including MS office.
• Methods and procedures of State and Federally sourced grant funding management.
• Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.

Ability to

• Participate and work effectively in an organization committed to advancing principles and practices of equity and anti-racism.
• Work independently and/or as part of a team.
• Work directly and proactively with diverse community neighborhoods during all phases of project scoping, design, and construction.
• Establish and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate clearly and effectively on technical and non-technical issues with citizens, neighborhood groups, outside governmental agencies, private utilities, and other interested parties.
• Show respect and openness towards people whose social and cultural background is different from one's own. Respect individual experiences, points of view, emotions, needs, and values.
• Manage multiple ongoing projects, programs, and processes, including budgets and schedules, with limited direction.
• Oversee, direct and coordinate the work of consultants and other project staff.
• Prepare engineering calculations and design for wastewater projects.
• Review wastewater studies, engineering plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Develop or review project plans and specifications using AutoCAD Civil 3D and related MS Office software.
• Prepare and review engineering estimates, including design, administration and construction costs.
• Write and review technical documents including reports and studies.
• Inspect work for completeness and proper work methods.
• Monitor and manage grant funding through internal and external reporting and records management and maintenance.
• Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations.

Experience and Training Guidelines

Experience

Five years managing and/or designing capital projects with at least three years at a project manager level.

Training

Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in engineering, planning, architecture, construction management or a related field.

License or Certificate

• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Washington or ability to obtain within one year of hire.
• Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) through the Project Management Institute or other City approved authority, desired.

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions

Environmental Conditions

Office environment; occasional travel from site to site for meetings or project observation. Exposure to computer screens and occasionally to inclement weather conditions; work around heavy equipment or on slippery or uneven surface. Occasional attendance of evening or weekend meetings is required. Local travel within the service area is required.

Physical Conditions

Essential and marginal functions may require walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly using hands to grasp objects, frequently fingering/keyboarding.

Remote Work Eligibility

This position is eligible for remote work. The City's remote work policy, Employees Working Remotely, requires staff in positions eligible for remote work to work onsite a minimum of four days per pay period (every two weeks) however, during the 6-month orientation period it is expected that all work will be performed at the assigned City's location. Full-time remote work is not an option. Once hired, employees must reside in the State of Washington

Conditions of Employment

• Establishment of employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• Prior to the start of employment, this position requires: A successful completion of reference checks, including at least one prior supervisor.
• Washington State Professional Civil Engineering license is required at the time of hire or within one year of hire.

All benefit allocations are prorated for part-time regular staff.

Each full-time regular employee receives Tier I allotment per month to buy benefits for themselves and family members, including domestic partners. If the employee does not use the entire allotment, the remaining amount goes into a deferred compensation (457) plan. If the cost is greater than Tier I allotment, the employee moves to Tier II allotment and is able to receive an additional contribution from the City of up to a current year total amount. For details, please check Summary of Benefits.

Mandatory coverage includes Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, PERS (State retirement) and 401a social security replacement plan. The City does not contribute to Social Security but to 401(a) retirement plan.

Optional coverage includes Regence, Kaiser, Delta Dental, Willamette Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and/or childcare costs, Employee Assistance Program, Voluntary Life & ADD Insurance, Voluntary Accident Insurance and Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance.

The City of Shoreline is Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer. Our employee may qualify for federal student loan balance forgiveness after 10 years of public service employment while making qualifying payments.

The City also provides free ORCA passes.

Eleven holidays are observed along with two personal days are provided each year. Additional three management days are included for exempt employees. Vacation starts at 11 days per year. Sick leave is accrued at 8 hours for remote work eligible positions. Positions not eligible for remote work accrue 10 hours of sick leave per month.