Principal Civil Engineer

The Public Works Department is seeking to fill the one (1) position of: Principal Civil Engineer (CIP Section Manager) Applications will be screened, and the most qualified candidates who best match the needs of the City will be invited to compete in the examination process. Candidates who successfully pass the examination process will be placed on an eligibility list to fill the Principal Civil Engineer position.
Under the direction of the Director of Public Works, the Deputy City Engineer, or the City Traffic Engineer, supervises major functions of a section in the Public Works Department's Engineering Division, performing the planning, design, and construction of the City's Capital Improvement Program, Office Engineering, or Environmental Engineering; and performs other Engineering Division duties as assigned.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
The Principal Civil Engineer is the advanced journey and supervisory class in the professional-level engineering series. Incumbents have responsibility for the highly complex and large engineering projects and supervising staff in the delivery of public works projects. May act as the Deputy City Engineer, as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general supervision of the Director of Public Works, Deputy City Engineer, or City Traffic Engineer.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Exercises supervision over senior level or lower-level engineering staff.
Essential functions may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Principal Civil Engineer (CIP Section Manager and Engineering Programs Section Manager)
Manages the planning, environmental, design, and construction of highly complex public works projects in a wide variety of civil engineering works, such as streets and highways, bridges, street lighting, traffic, electrical, municipal parks, structures and buildings, storm drains, and sanitary sewers.
Collaborates with regional transportation agencies such as the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and the Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LA Metro), for the implementation of local and regional projects, transportation policies, and programs. Participates in regional activities such as Streets and Highways Committee and Strategic Transportation Plan.
Principal Civil Engineer (Water Resources Section Manager)
Manages the planning, environmental, design, and construction of highly complex public works projects in the areas of water resources and environmental engineering including but not limited to potable water systems, storm drains, storm water quality, flood control, sanitary sewers, and wastewater. Collaborates with the Water Manager of the Field Operations Division to assess and review the operation of the water system. Identifies technical issues and develops capital projects to address them.
Collaborates with Federal, State, and regional water agencies such as the Environmental Protection Agency, Division of Drinking Water, Los Angeles County Sanitation District, and Water Replenishment District, for the implementation of capital projects, water policies, and programs. Participates in regional activities such as the Southeast Water Coalition and Central Basin Water Association. Stays abreast of the latest legislative bills and collaborates with the Director of Public Works as necessary.
Manages the City's water rights program. Oversees preparation of periodic reports to Federal and State, County and local agencies. Leases water rights when necessary.
Provides support to the Field Operations, Water Division in complex administrative tasks that require technical expertise such as communications with and submittal of reports to regulatory agencies; preparing Requests for Proposals to procure services; and developing staff reports and presentations.
Principal Civil Engineer (CIP Section Manager, Engineering Programs Section Manager, and Water Resources Section Manager)
Manages and supervises senior-level and lower-level engineering staff assigned to the respective areas of work, in the delivery of public works projects in a wide variety of civil engineering work. Supports staff in the organization of project budgets and schedules and provides guidance for the delivery of projects on time and within budget. Provides guidance, decision-making, and training to staff in all aspects of project implementation and contract services. Provides plans check and specifications to ensure quality and technically sound projects. Assumes personal responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe, efficient manner.
Procures, manages, and administers contract services necessary for planning, designing, and constructing public works projects or preparing reports. Prepares Requests for Proposals as necessary. Supervises the preparation of engineering designs, specifications, and engineering estimates. Establishes project budgets and schedules for their delivery. Prepares project feasibility studies and work-related technical research, reports, and correspondence.
Reviews private development projects. Prepares conditions of approval. Coordinates with developers as necessary. Reviews related technical documents and reports.
Coordinates with Federal, State, County, regulatory, and grant agencies as necessary for the delivery of capital projects.
Manages engineering programs and projects as assigned including but not limited to regional projects, environmental programs, storm water management, engineering administration, Industrial Waste Discharge Plancheck and Permitting, development review, plan check and permitting, construction inspection, franchise agreement, technical studies, and assessment districts.
Reviews encroachment permit applications. Conducts plan checks. Coordinates with permit applicants.
Oversees preparation of traffic studies and analysis. Prepares traffic work orders and collaborates with the Field Operations Division for the implementation of the work. Performs any traffic engineering work as assigned by, and under the guidance of the City Traffic Engineer.
Researches grant programs and prepares, or secures consultant services to prepare grant applications.
Supervises, trains, and evaluates subordinate personnel; assists in the selection of employees; recommends discipline when necessary.
Prepares reports, recommendations, and correspondence on current and proposed projects; makes presentations to City Council, community groups, and the general public regarding construction projects.
Appears as an expert witness involving litigation on engineering-related matters.
May be assigned any of the duties of the Senior Civil Engineer as necessary to support the functions of the Engineering Division.
Training and Experience
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field is required. Ten (10) years of responsible civil engineering experience in general engineering programs and in the implementation of complex public works projects is required. A minimum of two (2) years of experience in a position of Senior Civil Engineer or a higher classification is required. A minimum of two (2) years in a supervisory position is highly desirable. Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California is required. Possession of or ability to obtain a California Class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record is highly desirable.
Additional specific to a particular position:
Principal Civil Engineer (CIP Section Manager and Engineering Programs Section Manager): A minimum of four (4) years of project manager experience of complex capital projects. Experience in the public sector managing complex capital projects and/or engineering programs working for a local, County, or State agency, district (e.g. school district, etc.), utility company, or any entity, private or public, with engineering operations that provides reasonably similar and needed experience, is highly desirable. Other relevant experience may be substituted for two (2) of the four (4) years of experience requirements.
Principal Civil Engineer (Water Resources Section Manager): A minimum of four (4) years of experience working for a water utility company, water district, and/or a local agency's water engineering or utilities division. Other relevant experience may be substituted for where the candidate has gained the experience needed to manage the programs and activities of the Water Resources Section.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of: State, Federal, and locally applicable statutes, policies, standards, ordinances, and regulations related to civil engineering practices of public agencies; municipal public works administration; principles of planning, controlling, and organizing activities of a major civil engineering section; engineering design and analysis; traffic engineering; construction contract law; principles of cost accounting; supervisory techniques; public speaking techniques; and budget preparation and administration practices; public works construction methods, design and materials; and principles and practices of personnel management and supervision.
Ability to: Provide highly complex civil engineering services to the City; analyze problems and prepare written and oral reports; understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions; resolve technical issues in design and construction; supervise the work of others; select and maintain advanced filing systems; analyze and solve difficult engineering problems by arriving at valid conclusions; communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing; effectively present issues and recommendations before the City Council; supervise and maintain effective working relationships.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls

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