Project Engineer

3 months ago

Grand Rapids, United States City of Grand Rapids Full time

Nature of Work

The purpose of this job is to provide project management, operational, design, procedural, inspection, and engineering support for a variety of department engineering projects and programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Serves as project manager on engineering projects; oversees and monitors the work of contracting engineers Plans and designs streets, sewer, highway, water treatment and water distribution systems, bridge or building construction projects; defines scope of work to be done and requests necessary surveys and soil borings; estimates quantities and costs of such projects Prepares specifications and contract work orders; makes complex computations; makes time and material cost estimates Inspects and supervises inspection of street, sewer, highway, water treatment and distribution systems, bridge or building construction; reviews contractors' requests for payment Acts as liaison with consulting engineers, contractors, suppliers, other city departments and other government agencies on technical matters related to assigned projects Lead worker for lower level engineers, draftspersons, and engineering support personnel in drawing plans, writing specifications, making preliminary and construction layout surveys, and inspecting construction work in process and on completion for adherence to plans and specifications, and for quality of materials and workmanship Administers programs specific area of assignment Performs a variety of investigative and public relations work related to public works and engineering activities Performs related work as required

Minimum Training and Experience

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering --AND-- At least three (3) years of experience in the practice of Civil Engineering related to area of assignment --OR-- Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities Required Licenses or Certifications Fundamentals of Engineering (F.E.) Certification S-4 or S-3 Water Operators license (or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire) Preferred Licenses of Certifications Professional Engineer's License Stormwater Certification - Construction Site Inspections SESC Comprehensive Stormwater Certification  Industrial Stormwater Operator Certification  Construction Stormwater Operator Certification  Soil Erosion Plan Review and Design Certification

Other Necessary Qualifications

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of basic bookkeeping Principles and practices of civil, engineering, and topographic surveying Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment Modern methods and techniques as applied to the design, construction, and maintenance of public works Land Use Development Permitting (LUDS) Construction Plan Review – site design City purchasing process Construction practices and requirements Water system facilities Standard operating procedures for facility inspection Hydraulics – engineering design principles and practices Water distribution system Sanitary and Stormwater Collection Systems

Skill in:

Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios Assigning, prioritizing, monitoring, and reviewing work assignments Use of drafting and surveying instruments Risk analysis for asset management Analysis of GIS data Deductive reasoning, information monitoring and troubleshooting Customer service

Ability to:

Meet schedules and deadlines of the work Understand and carry out oral and written directions Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries Adapt approved engineering methods and standards to the design and construction of a variety of public works projects Perform technical research work and to give reliable advice on difficult engineering problems Supervise important civil engineering projects Organize engineering data and to present findings and recommendations clearly Review lease agreements Plan future improvements, upgrades or restoration Communicate with contractors Use field engineering calculations to locate operational issues Understand and evaluate engineering data Evaluate complex engineering problems

Other Information

We offer:

Medical, Dental, and Vision starting on Day 1 6% employee 401a contribution with employer matching (6% or 7% based on bargaining unit) Employee & Employer contributions to Retiree Health Savings Account Voluntary benefits such as term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, accidental insurance, disability insurance, and deferred compensation plan options Twelve Paid Holidays Paid Vacation and Sick Time Paid parking (if applicable) Employee Home Ownership Incentive Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities Paid Parental Leave Employee Assistance Program with free mental health counseling Comprehensive Wellness program with a health and wellness incentive Employee Discounts and Perks Should an applicant need any disability related accommodation or other consideration in the application or selection process, please notify the human resources department upon submittal of application

The City of Grand Rapids does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

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