Project Engineer I, CWMP

Town of Barnstable; Barnstable (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Barnstable in Massachusetts seeks a Project Engineer to support a wide range of DPW projects including water, sewer, roads, and facilities. The role emphasizes professional technical research, sampling and data collection, and project evaluations.

Responsibilities include planning, design, construction inspection, surveying, contracting, and contract management, with the ability to work independently and communicate effectively with teams and the public.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Up to three years of experience in engineering survey or construction preferred.
• Class D driver's license required.
• FE exam certificate preferred.
• Ability to obtain Drinking Water and Wastewater operator licenses as required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and data collection across DPW projects.
• Plan, design, and inspect construction activities.
• Oversee surveying, contracting, and contract management.
• Coordinate with departments and respond to inquiries.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project management

Data collection

Communication

Research

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Database

Engineering CAD/Drafting software

Job description

Job Description

Provides professional technical research sampling data collection basic labor and administrative work on a variety of projects within the DPW Projects could involve any aspect of DPW functions including horizontal water sewer roads recreational areas etc vertical buildings and structures marine infrastructure and solid waste management Duties include conducting research data collection performing evaluations planning design construction inspection survey contracting and contract management; all other related work as required

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering Environmental Engineering Mechanical Engineering or related field required;
• up to three 3 years of experience in engineering survey or construction preferred; or any equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Class D drivers license required;
• Fundamentals of Engineering FE exam certificate preferred;
• Ability to obtain Drinking Water and Wastewater operator licenses as required by the specific Project Engineer position held within the DPW;

Additional Qualification

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of Civil Engineering the design standards methods techniques materials and equipment involved with the maintenance repair and construction of DPW related projects roads water sewer etc;
• Knowledge of state and local regulations pertaining to the design construction and repair of DPW infrastructure Some knowledge of state and local procurement regulations and policies;
• Ability to prepare plans specifications cost estimates and contract documents for construction projects;
• Ability to write and communicate effectively prepare reports and maintain accurate records;
• Ability to work independently respond to difficult and sensitive public inquiries and maintain tactfulness and courtesy in high stress situations;
• Ability to maintain accurate records operate a computer including word processing and spreadsheet applications;
• Ability to work in a close knit team environment;
• Proficiency in the use of computers including word processing spreadsheets database and engineering drafting and design software;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with individuals and groups