Civil Engineer

3 weeks ago

Pittsburgh, United States Plum Borough Full time

(*Paid Time Off, 14 paid holidays Medical/Dental/Vision benefits, Pension, Disability & Life Insurance & more.)

In-House Engineer

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports To: Assistant Borough Manager

ROLE SUMMARY

The In-House Engineer performs highly complex professional, technical, administrative, and civil engineering work involved with the design of a variety of public improvement projects and facilities. Responsible for planning, organizing, directing, coordinating, designing, preparing, completing, and maintaining various civil engineering projects including roads, non-vehicular facilities, recreation amenities, bridges, and storm drainage systems. Prepares or oversees preparation of engineering plans, designs, and specifications with in-house or consultant staff. Reviews public and private land development applications for residential and commercial development.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Involved in project development and/or prepares concept or design plans, cost estimates, specifications, and bid contract documents for approved municipal projects including but not limited to roads, pedestrian, bicycle, recreation facilities, parking lots, and storm sewer infrastructure
  • Prepare grant applications and coordinate with grant sponsor during contract period
  • Handles projects from pre-bid phase through construction and closeout
  • Monitor construction and project sites for compliance, prepares or review personnel field reports, reviews invoices, negotiates change orders, certifies payments, conducts field meetings, and performs other construction management duties
  • Involved in hiring of consultants; develops RFP's, reviews and coordinates consultant work
  • Assists in the preparation of the annual department budget
  • Handles requisitions for equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors expenses
  • Review site plans, subdivision plans, storm-water calculations, and grading plans for compliance with Borough Code, state regulations, standards, and engineering practices
  • Responsible for the preparation of development bond estimates, determine inspection fees, schedule inspection staff, monitor status of bonds, review bond reductions / releases, and perform administrative duties related to land development projects
  • Assist with the departments use of GIS and the preparation and maintenance of municipal maps, record drawings, and other official records
  • Prepares resolutions, ordinances, ordinance amendments, assessments, memoranda, reports, presentations, and public correspondence (including department website updates)
  • Responsible for the preparation of pavement management reports and schedule
  • Responsible for the preparation of the annual MS4 storm-water report
  • Provide customer service to residents and the general public
  • Reviews problems in field and advises on appropriate corrective measures
  • Performs other duties as assigned
REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
  • 10 years of related Civil Engineering work experience, or equivalent
  • Thorough knowledge of the principals, practices, modern methods, problems, and techniques of civil engineering related to preparing plans, specifications, designs for and inspection of public improvement construction projects
  • Fundamental knowledge of land and engineering survey systems
  • Comprehension of hydraulic analysis and design pertaining to storm water
  • Detailed knowledge of Municipal Land Use Law, Public Contracts Law, PA DEP regulations, AASHTO, and MUTCD
  • Ability to quickly learn, support, and implement Borough Code, policies, and procedures
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D design and drafting plans
  • Computer skills, specifically proficient use of Microsoft Windows, Office, and ability to learn new software
  • Organizational skills related to office records, field documents, and correspondence
  • Ability to prepare clear, technically sound, and informative reports, statements, findings, and recommendations
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials, employees, consultants, and the public
  • Excellent verbal, written, and customer service skills including the ability to resolve difficult situations and avoid adverse outcomes
DESIRED EXPERIENCE, TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
  • Municipal engineering experience
  • Progressively responsible experience in civil engineering in the design, maintenance and construction of projects
  • Knowledge of the purpose and methods of performing field surveys and preparing survey or as-built drawings
  • Fundamental knowledge of ESRI GIS systems
REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, LICENSE
  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university
  • Active PA Professional Engineer License
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Plum Borough is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with United States Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines and the Americans with Disabilities Act, this organization provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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

Depending on the functional area of assignment, tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort usually involving some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (up to 20 pounds). May involve some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, walking, or standing. Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and extended periods of time standing and/or walking.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to communicate verbally and hear and respond to verbal communication. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
  • Occasionally respond to emergencies after regular business hours
  • Frequently must be able to work in outdoor weather conditions that may include exposure, hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions
  • Frequently work near moving equipment, work zones, and construction activities
  • Occasional entry into waterways, drainage inlets, manholes, and other similar spaces
  • Occasionally required to traverse difficult terrain, observe surroundings, operate tools, controls, or objects


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

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