Senior Engineer

Under  general  direction,  the Senior Engineer  plans,  directs, and coordinates, through subordinate s ,  a variety of  complex professional civil engineering  assignments and other related duties.   

This is a continuous posting and may close at any time, and without notice. 
Prompt application is encouraged. 

Open until filled.

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: 

P erforms a variety of difficult and complex professional civil engineering functions involved in the  planning and  design  of projects , d epartment programs , and  activities ;

Lead,  mentor , and review the work of staff responsible for performing professional engineering work and administrative  functions ;

Monitors activities of the work  unit;

R ecommends staffing needs for assigned activities and  projects;

R ecommends improvements and modifications and prepares various reports on activities and  projects;

R ecommends and assists in the implementation of goals and objectives; implements policies and procedures.

Manages the preparation, and performs technical review, of  engineering plans, specifications, construction estimates, and  construction bid  documents for public works projects .

Performs, and oversees, the inspection of work in the field  by contractors, developers, and utility providers.

Issues permits as required and e nsures compliance and  conformance with scope of work standards and specifications.

Assists  with , planning, budgeting, and administration  of the city-wide Capital Improvement Program ,  Public W orks operating budget, and  associated  projects;

Oversees the development , advertising, and selection process for  professional services , and construction  contracts ;

E valuates proposals and recommends project  award;

N egotiates and administers contracts after  award;

E nsures  consultant /contractor compliance with City standards , specifications , and  budget ;

Prepares staff reports , and presentation materials , for City Council , Public Works Commission, and other public meetings  and  represents the  City as  required . 

P erforms special engineering studies and  prepares technical  reports;

Responds to, and resolves, difficult inquiries and complaints from the general public, property owners,  contractors ,  and others  regarding Public Works projects and  activities ;

May  participate in the administration of special assessment and improvement  districts;

P repares and checks legal descriptions for deeds, easements, and rights-of  way;

C oordinates assigned activities with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies; attends and participates in professional group  meetings;

Seeks ,  and applies outside  funding for City projects; administers  funding and reporting requirements as needed .

Research projects for design requirements and  maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the field of engineering.

Knowledge , Skills & Abilities:

Advanced  principles and practices of engineering as applied to public works programs, activities, and services , including planning and development, design, construction, and  operations;

Procurement, and administration, of professional services and construction  contracts ;

Principles  and practices of project management ,  engineering  administration , and construction  management ;

Applicable federal and State laws and regulatory codes  and requirements  relevant to public works procedural activities and civil engineering design and  construction ;

Applicable  safety and health regulations and City rules and regulations,  policies and procedures .

Direct and supervise the  technical and administrative  work of  staff and  consultants ;

Perform  complex professional engineering duties involved in the design, development and construction management of a variety of capital improvement  projects;

Serve  as the project manager on complex Capital Improvement  Projects;

Prepare , review, interpret, analyze, and modify engineering plans, drawings, specifications, contract documents, and engineering reports for conformance to professional  standards and approved  budgets;

Possess  excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects with competing  deadlines ;

Perform complex engineering computations and make recommendations for the solution of engineering problems;  Prepare  and administer grant  funds;

Respond  to questions and inquiries from a variety of sources regarding  department  functions ;

Operate computer hardware and  use word processing and spreadsheet software and electronic permitting applications as required. 

C ommunicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;  and e stablish  and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering or  a  closely related field  is required. 

• Seven years increasingly responsible experience in professional civil engineering work in Public Works or municipal engineering.

• Supervisory experience is preferred.

Licenses/Certificates /Special Requirements :

• Possession of or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid California Driver’s License with a safe driving record is required and must be maintained as valid  during the course of employment. 

• Possess and maintain a valid certificate or registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California. 

In accordance with California Government Code Section 3100, City of Hermosa Beach 

employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be 

asked to protect the health, safety, lives, and property of the people of the State.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT 

The conditions herein 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 job functions. 

Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with some travel to different sites; occasionally works in outside weather conditions. 

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to travel to other locations using various modes of private and commercial transportation; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. 

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction. 

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction

The City of Hermosa Beach places a high priority on the health and safety of our City’s workforce and our community. Consistent with that commitment, in light of the substantial and growing body of evidence that vaccinations remain the most effective protection against the spread the COVID-19, we require that all City staff members, Commissioners/Board Members, contractors, and volunteers of our City be fully vaccinated. All City staff members must be fully vaccinated by November 12, 2021, as a condition of employment. Exceptions are available only for those who need an accommodation under a medical/disability or religious exemption.

The City of Hermosa Beach is committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all City staff members and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.