SENIOR ENGINEER/ENGINEER (CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT)( NONCOMPETITIVE)

City of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Cincinnati's Department of Transportation and Engineering is seeking an Engineer to lead design, investigation and construction of civil projects including streets, bridges, utilities and buildings, with ownership from bid to warranty.

You will review plans and permits, manage contracts, coordinate with FHWA and city departments, and supervise inspectors and meetings, ensuring quality and timely delivery of projects.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of engineering and technology across civil disciplines.
• Ability to interpret plans, perform calculations and prepare reports.
• Familiarity with codes, safety standards, and project funding processes.

Responsibilities

• Review plans and permits for assigned projects.
• Manage contract administration, change orders, and payments.
• Coordinate with FHWA, architects, planners, and inspectors.

Skills

Engineering judgment

Plan interpretation

Project management

Communication

Team coordination

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

General Statement of Duties

To perform professional engineering work involving the design, investigation and construction of engineering projects including streets, bridges, mechanical systems, utility plants, buildings and other projects, varying with assigned area of responsibility; and to provide complex professional assistance to an assigned Engineering Supervisor or other management personnel.

SPECIFIC STATEMENT OF DUTIES

The Department of Transportation and Engineering is hiring an Engineer assigned to the City’s Construction Management Section. This person will be part of a small team of Engineers and Inspectors that manage the construction contracts let by the City DOTE. Contracts vary in all types of civil works from road reconstruction, streetscapes, pedestrian safety improvements, paving, retaining walls, bridge rehab and construction and many others within the City of Cincinnati. The work offers a chance to take ownership of managed projects from time of bid to the end of warranty period. This position interacts with all other sections within the Department of Transportation and Engineering as well as other City Departments with projects involving buildings, trails, gateways, and utilities. Duties include review of plans and permits, establishing project document control, addressing customer service requests, contract administration, change order negotiations, claim management, schedule review, inspector daily report review, supervision of inspectors, running preconstruction and progress meetings, reviewing and issuing partial payments, management of the Contracts Database among many others. The position involves regular collaboration with ODOT D8, Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), architects, planners, graphic designers, inspectors, facility managers, and many others, providing a varied, interesting, and challenging experience.

Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)

Knowledge Of: Engineering and technology, especially as related to assigned area of responsibility--structural, mechanical, electrical, civil, geotechnical, etc; reinforced concrete design. Design techniques, tools, and principals involved in the production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. As appropriate, geology, including local geology, investigative practices, and stabilization methods. Code of Ethics for Professional Engineers. Pertinent federal, state, and local codes, laws, regulations and standards, and industry safety standards Principles of management and supervision City personnel policies and procedures and union contracts. Principles and practices of obtaining and administering funding for assigned projects. Materials, tools, and equipment used in engineering. Administrative policies and procedures of the City and the assigned department. Principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.

Skill To: Operate appropriate computer equipment; use properly all related hardware and software. Microsoft Office Suite, project management software, ArcGIS, AutoCAD Civil 3D tools, and analytic or scientific software. Operate motor vehicle in the course of duty.

Ability To: Exercise professional engineering judgment in accordance with currently accepted engineering practices and appropriate laws and codes. Interpret engineering plans and perform calculations. Analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems. Use logic and reason to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Review and prepare reports, construction plans, cost estimates, and specifications for assigned projects. Review plans for roadways, utilities, earthworks, and residential and industrial developments. Monitor and review information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. Ensure the use of appropriate safety and quality standards. Interpret field data and results from laboratory tests and identify trends or make recommendations. Develop and maintain databases and maps. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Write technical reports or summaries. Manage project budgets and schedules. Plan and manage the activities of subordinate workers. Manage construction projects and contractors.

Examples of Work Performed

Prepare engineering drawings, project plans, construction plans, and specifications. Provides project management, consultant, or contract management oversight for individual projects or programs Exercise professional engineering judgment in accordance with current accepted engineering practices