Civil Engineer (CIP)

GENERAL PURPOSE

This position will be assigned to the Engineering Department CIP Division and requires experience in the design of roadway, drainage and traffic signal infrastructure. Additionally, the position will assist in the development and interpretation of department policies and will implement the streets, drainage and traffic signal capital improvement program and provide technical support to operational divisions of the department. Under direction, performs complex professional engineering work in the research, design and construction of public works, streets, drainage and traffic signal projects; plans, coordinates, reviews and supervises the work of professional and technical staff; and performs related duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Incumbents of this class perform complex engineering assignments requiring the use of judgment and initiative in developing solutions to problems, interpreting policies, and determining work assignments. Civil Engineer differs from Associate Engineer in that the former class requires registration as a professional engineer and 5 years of responsible professional civil engineering experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

• Prepares plans and specifications for the construction of water, wastewater, streets, drainage and traffic signal engineering projects; researches and identifies project design requirements; performs complex calculations and prepares estimates of time and material costs
• Participates in the selection and supervision of private professional engineers for the development of plans and specifications, studies and reports; monitors work in progress to ensure compliance; maintains records of approved projects
• Assigns routine research, design and drafting tasks to technical subordinates; reviews completed work; assists in the solution of difficult problems.
• Develops revised design and construction standards for water, wastewater, streets, drainage and traffic signal projects
• Investigates field problems affecting property owners, contractors and maintenance operations
• Administers contracts for construction projects; issues construction permits
• Prepares special engineering studies and reports; prepares clear and concise drawings, maps, notes, correspondence and other written materials;
• Coordinates streets, drainage and traffic signal project activities with other departments and outside agencies
• Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with a variety of citizens, public and private organizations, contractors, architects, Boards, Commissions and City staff.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in engineering or related field; and five years of responsible professional engineering experience. or an equivalent combination of training and experience; experience in the management of professional consultants and construction contractor’s; Certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the Arizona State Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers; reciprocal qualifications from other states will be accepted, with registration issued by the Arizona State Board of Civil and Professional Engineers required within six months of hire; valid Arizona driver’s license.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering; Five years of responsible professional civil engineering experience including experience in municipal public works; Extensive knowledge of the theory, principles and practices of civil and structural engineering design and construction; principles and techniques of management and supervision, including goals and objectives development and work planning and organization; principles and practices of contract administration and project management and evaluation; principles, modern techniques and equipment used in design, construction and maintenance of various projects; strength, properties and uses of construction materials; legal guidelines for public works engineering; public relations; budget development and administration; grant funding application and administration; use of micro-computers.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel objects or controls; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve complex problems; use math/mathematical skills; perform highly detailed work under changing, intensive deadlines, on multiple concurrent tasks; work with constant interruptions; and interact with officials and the public.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee usually works under typical office conditions where the noise level in the work environment is quiet. Employees may occasionally be required to work in outside conditions, exposed to wet or humid conditions, where the noise level may be loud.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Revised: 11/05
 

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