Associate/Civil Engineer - Surface Water

Salary Range 7,590.00 - 10,268.00 Job Summary Perform professional engineering, work and/or administration focusing in the review, design, planning, investigation, and construction of surface water system projects. May provide project support for street, water utility, sewer utility, and other public works areas as needed. Review private developer projects. Prepare plans and specifications, and act as a project manager on assigned projects. To lead an engineering technician team on assigned projects. This is a full-time, regular, exempt position. The schedule for this position is M-F, 8am to 5pm. This position may be flexibly staffed and hired as an Associate Engineer or Civil Engineer, depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. If filled at the Associate level, the incumbent will be adjusted to the Civil Engineer classification once all qualifications are met. Salary Range: Civil Engineer as displayed. Associate Civil Engineer, $6,884 - $9,314. Open until filled. First review on February 6, 2023. Job Details Essential Functions: Prepare engineering designs, specifications, costs, and quantity estimates of public work projects; obtain required easements or permits for streets, water, sewer, and storm water systems for construction. Prepare request for proposals and bids; review contract bids and proposals; assist in the coordination and review of consultant design work. Act as a project engineer; research applicable codes, regulations, and requirements for assigned project; develop engineering plans and compile preliminary layout of plans; write specifications for plans; coordinate required advertising for bids; advise contractor(s) and construction inspectors during actual construction. Review and check adequacy and accuracy of computations, preliminary layout and design work from the field and survey data. Review developer plans, reports, and specifications for public works projects, focusing on stormwater. Provide engineering support to development review process, including support during hearings, pre-application conferences, and planning commission meetings. Provide comments for staff reports addressing applicable codes and federal, state, and local regulations. Work with the Community and Economic Development Department on approvals. Review finished elements and oversee issues with file closure. Track progress on assigned projects to ensure compliance with designated time and cost schedules for project completion including site visitations, inspections, and evaluations Oversee automated computer design and mapping projects performed by personnel to assure accuracy and compliance with laws, design criteria, and plan specifications. Respond to public or other inquires relative to engineering policies and procedures on specific projects, system problem areas, and other divisional information. Attend planning commission meetings, city council and other public meetings as directed by management staff. Participate in the initial planning of projects to be proposed and make recommendations to assist managers in establishing schedules and budgets. Conduct comprehensive studies for system master planning of future expansions; develop proposals relative to projected construction of various public works projects. Identify and plan required Capital Improvement Projects for system expansion. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications Experience and Education Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field. Associate Level An Engineer-in-Training (EIT) who has passed the Fundamentals Exam with a minimum of two years civil engineering related experience is desired. Civil Level Four (4) years of related experience in Civil Engineering. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. Computer Skills Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems and AutoCAD Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint. Required Licenses and/or Certifications Possession of a valid driver’s license. Associate Level Possession of a current Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate and the ability to obtain a Washington State Professional Civil Engineering license within three years of becoming eligible to take the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. Civil Level Possession of Washington State Professional Civil Engineering license or ability to obtain through reciprocity within one year of hire. Knowledge Principles and practices of street, water, wastewater, storm water and sewer design. Terminology, methods, practices, and techniques used in technical civil engineering report and project estimate preparation. Principles of mathematics as applied to engineering work. Recent developments, current literature, and sources of information regarding civil engineering report and project estimate preparation. Principles and practices of project and construction management. Pertinent federal, state and local laws that pertain to civil engineering practice Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment Use of personal computers and basic software Abilities Resolve regulatory, public relations and system design questions. Manage engineering projects. Ensure project compliance with appropriate Federal, state, local rules, laws, and regulations. Monitor phases of construction projects and prepare progress reports. Conduct comprehensive engineering studies and develop appropriate recommendations. Perform technical research and solve multi-disciplinary engineering problems. Prepare and maintain technical civil engineering records and prepare comprehensive reports. Compile rough technical data and prepare statistical and narrative reports from field studies. Develop, review, and modify civil or structural engineering plans, designs, and specifications. Exercise professional engineering judgment to achieve results consistent with objectives. Operate a personal computer and appropriate software Work in a manner consistent with the City of Vancouver’s Operating Principles Work and act as a team player in all interactions with other City employees Provide a high level of customer service at all times Project and maintain a positive image with those contacted in the course of work Develop and maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships with team members and others Consistently provide quality service Maintain regular and dependable attendance This position is subject to successful completion of a pre-employment reference check, basic background check, and a driving abstract. 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