Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

DEFINITION

Perform a variety of professional engineering duties and responsibilities involved in the design, administration and construction management for assigned public works projects; review development projects for compliance with City design criteria and engineering practices; provide assistance in the development process including public involvement, meetings, review and enforcement; provide responsible technical and staff assistance.

JOB CLASSIFICATION

Exempt, Safety Sensitive

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from assigned Engineering Program Supervisor.

PRIMARY DUTIES--The following are examples of primary duties assigned to positions in this classification. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1.  Perform engineering design tasks for assigned projects; coordinate start up meetings; perform calculations and modeling; prepare final layouts of infrastructure improvements; coordinate departments and jurisdictions involved in projects; evaluate budgetary constraints.

2.  Develop and present construction plans, specifications, contract documents, bid documents and cost estimates for proposed projects.

3.  Participate in the selection of private contractors and consultant engineers for various projects; determine scope of work; participate in the preparation of Requests for Proposals and Requests for Qualifications; advertise for bids; participate in the review of proposals and bids; participate in award of contract.

4.  Coordinate reviews by other City departments and outside agencies; obtain permits and authorizations from appropriate jurisdictional agencies; verify compliance with City standards and practices; approve drawings for construction.

5.  Perform construction management, field inspections, and contract administration for assigned projects; monitor construction progress and changes to work schedules; review and process pay requests and payments; negotiate and prepare change orders and field orders; participate in final project inspections and project close-out including final quantities and final payment; review quality control and quality assurance procedures and plans; monitor and approve corrective actions on deficient work.

6.  Participate in a variety of meetings including pre-construction meetings, public meetings and hearings to provide information to outside agencies and the general public; serve as primary contact during course of project and provide project information to the public and outside agencies.

7.  Act as a liaison between engineering department and contractors, other departments, business and property owners, and the general public; respond to and resolve issues or complaints.

8.  Prepare and implement citizen participation programs to involve the public and neighborhoods in project planning design and construction processes; participate in the procurement of right-of-way/easements from personal property and business owners; assist in the communication with property owners; address needs and concerns.

9.  Participate in the development and administration of the project budgets; estimate equipment, materials and supplies; prepare proper schedules; monitor and approve expenditures; implement adjustments.

10.  Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and priorities for assigned programs; recommend improvements and modifications.

11.  Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Modern principles, services and activities of civil engineering functions and programs.

Principles and practices of project management.

Modern construction principles, practices and terminology.

Materials, methods and techniques of capital improvement construction.

Methods and techniques of quality assurance inspection and enforcement.

Principles of budget preparation and administration.

Recent developments, current literature and information related to civil engineering.

Customer service principles and problem resolution techniques.

Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

Principles and practices of record keeping.

Advanced mathematical concepts, including calculus, statistical analysis, trigonometry and other complex engineering calculations.

English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Modern office technology and equipment, including computers and related software applications.

Applicable tools and equipment operations.

Applicable Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations.

Ability to:

Manage multiple public works engineering projects.

Work effectively with contractors, consultants, and the general public.

Negotiate with the public, developers, design consultants and contractors.

Prepare clear and concise technical reports.

Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.

Prepare, review, understand, interpret, and analyze engineering plans, specifications, drawings, and technical engineering reports for conformance to standards, function, economics, completeness, and constructability.

Prepare, monitor, and administer project budgets.

Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public and City employees.

Establish and maintain accurate records, logs, and files.

Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations.

Operate and use modern office equipment including computer and various software applications.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience and Training Guidelines

Minimum Requirements:

 Experience:

 Four (4) years of increasingly responsible professional civil engineering experience.

 Training:

 Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a related field.

Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.

License or Certificate

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Colorado driver’s license.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Colorado within 1 year of employment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions:

The job is performed in the following working environment:

Office environment and field environment.

The following condition(s) may be present on a continuing basis:

Physical Conditions:

The job is characterized by:

The following physical activities are very or extremely important in accomplishing the job’s purpose and are performed on a daily basis:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk, stand, sit, kneel, squat, stoop, see, hear, speak, demonstrate manual dexterity and perform light lifting.