Sr. Engineer

General DescriptionJOIN OUR TEAM AS A SR. ENGINEERPasco County Public Works department is currently seeking a Sr. Engineer. The Sr. Engineer engages and oversees a variety of professional engineering assignments in one or more specialized areas of transportation systems and programs involving design, analysis, research, planning, technology, materials, construction, traffic safety and maintenance of roads, traffic control devices, bridges, and related structures.Essential Job FunctionsConducts basic engineering design, research, review, analysis, feasibility study, project management, and supervisory work relating to the maintenance of transportation systems and programs. Implements and maintains engineering maintenance strategies for the department's computerized road pavement management system.Provides oversight of maintenance programs and projects involving engineering personnel and consultants. Prepares and reviews engineering plans, design calculations, cost estimations, and recommendations prepared by other engineers and consultants for completeness, accuracy and conformity to standards.Compiles and analyzes engineering data and prepares conclusions and recommendations. Designs and prepares preliminary and final maintenance plans for roads, bridges, traffic control devices, and related structures. Provides input for the development and maintenance of road and bridge management policies and procedures.Discusses plans, specifications, and work schedules with contractors, utility companies and other governmental agencies.Focuses on operational improvements that can maintain and restore the performance of the existing transportation system. Estimates cost of programs and projects and writes contracts and specifications for labor, materials and equipment. Develops data for public review, hearings or informational meetings. Determines the validity and reliability of testing methods and procedures. Maintains records and prepares reports and correspondence related to the work. Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints. Provides technical assistance to citizen groups when requested.Performs related work as required.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities* Knowledge of the FDOT principles and practices as applied to the construction and maintenance of highways, bridges and drainage systems; principles of supervision, training, performance evaluation; pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations; contract writing and review.* Ability to prepare clear and concise reports; analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, anticipate consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals; interpret and apply federal, state and local policies laws, regulations and codes; review detailed plans and prepare accurate estimates; understand and follow complex oral and written instruction.Minimum RequirementsPHYSICAL SKILLS/WORKING CONDITIONS: Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written, and visual communication. Occasional travel and in-field work may be required. Work performed in the field may often be in remote and undeveloped areas of the County and under adverse weather conditions.EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field. Six (6) years of experience in an engineering supervisory position that involved activities associated with roadways and bridges design, construction or maintenance. Four(4) years of engineering experience as a Professional Engineer required. Project Management experience required. Experience in the public sector.LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Florida driver's license. Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Florida is required. Professional Engineer registration out of the area will require registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Florida within one (1) year from date of hire.ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., chapter SSA-7 Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.PASCO COUNTY WAS VOTED ONE OF THE NATION'S TOP WORKPLACES FOR 2021Benefits include:Florida Retirement System (FRS) retirement planPTO (Paid Time Off)Paid holidaysGroup insuranceTuition reimbursementDeferred compensationMedical leave poolAnnual medical leave buy-backMid-management/Professional grade, and management personnel may receive 40 hours of admin leave per calendar year.Effective July 1, 2011, FRS members must contribute 3% of their salary as retirement contributions, on a pre-tax basis (the salary is reduced by the amount of the employee contribution before determining the federal income tax deduction). The employer will automatically deduct the employee contributions.