Senior Civil Engineer/Civil Engineer - Land Development/Design

Coeur d'Alene Tribe; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to lead complex land development projects. This role encompasses project management, design, and construction oversight, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and fostering positive community relations. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and a passion for public works, demonstrating strong leadership and customer service skills. Join a team dedicated to enhancing community infrastructure and making a meaningful impact. This position offers a dynamic work environment, where your expertise will contribute to the Tribe's vision and mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Engineering with 2 years of civil engineering experience required.
• Must maintain a State of Idaho Professional Civil Engineer License.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex civil engineering projects from planning to completion.
• Ensure project compliance and quality through detailed reviews.
• Coordinate with various stakeholders including clients and contractors.

Skills

Project Management

Civil Engineering Design

Customer Service

Mathematical Calculations

Technical Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Engineering Software

Job description

Position: Senior Civil Engineer/Civil Engineer - Land Development/Design

Location: Plummer, ID

Job Id: 2023.047

# of Openings: 1

DEPARTMENT: Public Works Department

LOCATION: Tribal Headquarters, Plummer Idaho

SALARY RANGE: DOE/Q

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities

This is a professional public works engineer position with primary work assignments focused to provide complex turnkey project management, including securing grants and funding, fiscal management, planning, team coordination, public involvement, design and construction management, and planning monitoring and maintenance activities. Incumbents provide lead and technical civil engineer support to other workers and departments Tribal wide. Must show the highest professional standards and promotes a positive image of the Tribe and its administration at all times. Must have strong customer service skills and the ability to defuse tense situations while maintaining a professional demeanor. Must be culturally sensitive to a diverse customer population and able to interact tactfully and positively with Tribal members, all levels of tribal staff and management. Perform other duties as assigned to promote the efficiency and effectiveness of the department.

1. Complete complex civil engineering design and project management duties as it relates to all facets of civil engineering land development/design.
2. Must be able to manage civil engineering land development designs from the planning, zoning, and permitting stages through the completion of full sets of site/construction plans.
3. Must make well-informed design decisions based on their knowledge of civil engineering concepts and locality requirements.
4. Ensure the quality of all work completed through QA/QC reviews of all project work produced.
5. Present projects to clients, local jurisdictions/governments, and the public at formal and informal meetings/events.
6. Daily coordination with internal and external engineers, architects, clients, etc.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties listed below are intended only as general illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. Specific statements of duties not included do not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Job descriptions are subject to change by the Tribe as the needs of the Tribe and requirements of the job change.

1. Must support the Coeur d’Alene Tribe’s vision, mission, and core values per Coeur d’Alene Tribal Resolution 015(2020).
2. Must comply with all other Health policies established by the Tribe or department.
3. No offenses related to dishonesty or theft.
4. Serves as project manager in the most complex capital improvement projects, including reviewing drawings, specifications, schedules, minutes, invoices, and related items; participates in the selection and specifications, studies, and reports; monitors work in progress to ensure compliance; maintains records of approved projects.
5. Responds to a variety of inquiries, concerns, and/or complaints from Tribal staff, developers, consultants, contractors, and/or the general public related to projects and activities within assigned area of responsibility.
6. Prepares, reviews, and analyzes a variety of correspondence, technical documentation, studies, and/or reports related to applicable projects.
7. May assign routine work, research, design, and drafting tasks to technical subordinates; reviews completed work; assists in the solution of difficult problems.
8. Administers contracts for construction projects; manages contracting activities, consulting engineers, architects, contractors, and/or other professional groups or individuals to facilitate project implementation, progress, and completion.
9. Cultivate inclusive and respectful working relationships that support a sense of belonging for all employees and community members.
10. Maintains regular attendance and punctuality.
11. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Knowledge of:

1. Principles and practices of capital improvement projects, including new streets and sidewalk installations, fiber optics, traffic control, landscaping and lighting, and flood drainage.
2. Theory, principles, and practices of civil engineering design and construction; principles and techniques of management and supervision, including goals and objectives development and work planning and organization.
3. Principles and practices of contract administration and project management and evaluation.
4. Principles, modern techniques, and equipment used in design, construction, and maintenance of various projects.
5. Strength, properties, and uses of construction materials.
6. Legal guidelines for public works engineering.
7. Grant funding application and administration.
8. Construction materials, principles, and practices.
9. Advanced mathematical principles.
10. Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, guidelines, rules, and regulations.

Skill in:

1. Using a computer and related software applications.

Ability to:

1. Perform complex mathematical calculations.
2. Organize, evaluate and comprehend technical data.
3. Analyze problems and make appropriate recommendations.
4. Prepare construction-related drawings.
5. Interpret and analyze engineering plans.
6. Plan, organize, supervise, review, and evaluate the work of professionals and technical engineering personnel.
7. Communicate and use interpersonal skills to interact with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc., to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and two years of related civil engineering experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Additional education cannot be substituted for experience.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must have at time of hire and be able to maintain a State of Idaho Professional Civil Engineer License (PE) or an equivalency through state reciprocity.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work will occur in an office and field environment. Incumbents may be subjected to dust, fumes, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, and intense noises.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Due to the safety sensitive nature of this position, candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening prior to start date.

An applicant may be asked to participate in an interview to establish whether he/she meets the minimum qualifications. Interviews do not create a right to employment and provide no promise or guarantee of employment with the Tribe.

The Coeur d’Alene Tribe reserves the right to hire according to its Indian Preference Policy. Applicants are subject to a pre-employment drug test and at-random testing following employment. Positions with the Coeur d’Alene Tribe are subject to a 6-month orientation period.