Assistant City Engineer

City of Chattanooga • Chattanooga, TN

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Incumbents in this classification are responsible for assisting the City Engineer with the management of the City's Engineering Division, including general office management, technical and administrative supervision, and technical guidance and direction. Primary responsibilities include the engineering management, administrative management, and quality assurance & quality control (QAQC) for: storm water system improvements; municipal green infrastructure retrofit projects; compliance with State issued environmental permits for storm water discharge; technical review & guidance for permitted solid waste facilities, including municipal landfills; and flood control and floodplain program management and supervision. Incumbents are also responsible for providing direction for all transportation design engineering functions for the City. Duties include: overseeing the study, design, and construction of transportation engineering improvements; hiring, training, and evaluating department staff; developing and managing department budget; planning for capital improvements; reviewing and approving transportation designs by staff and contractors; and, developing and coordinating special projects. Work is performed under administrative review, working with the maximum degree of initiative and judgment. The position is highly collaborative with other departments and geared toward planning, design and engineering for a comprehensive transportation system. This position serves as the Chief Engineer in Responsible Charge for the Transportation Division of Public Works. Work is performed with general direction, working from broad goals and policies. The City of Chattanooga is a vibrant and growing community known as the "Scenic City" for its natural beauty and outdoor adventure opportunities. It is a hub of innovation, powered by the nation’s first community-wide "Gig" fiber-optic network, and recently designated as a "National Park City." The City organization employs approximately 2,600 dedicated individuals committed to public service across various municipal services including Public Safety, Infrastructure & Utilities, Quality of Life, Transportation, and Innovation. The City aims to be the premier employer in Southeast Tennessee, offering careers with purpose and a commitment to making Chattanooga the best city in America.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or closely related field.
• Eight (8) years of experience in or related to management/engineering work in design, construction and management of civil engineering projects.
• Supervisory experience.
• Professional Engineer License issued in the State of Tennessee.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Knowledge of managerial principles.
• Knowledge of advanced civil engineering principles.
• Knowledge of budgeting principles.
• Knowledge of project management principles.
• Knowledge of storm water design and analysis principles and practices.
• Knowledge of municipal government services and operational structures.
• Knowledge of landfill design and management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of construction methods.
• Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, ordinances, codes, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
• Skill in monitoring and evaluating the work of subordinate staff.
• Skill in prioritizing and assigning work.
• Skill in developing plans and specifications.
• Skill in interpreting and applying applicable laws, ordinances, codes, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
• Skill in developing and administering budgets.
• Skill in reading and interpreting a variety of technical plans, drawings, and/or other related documents.
• Skill in comprehending and analyzing engineering documents.
• Skill in preparing technical analysis reports.
• Skill in managing projects.
• Skill in analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions, and implementing recommendations in support of goals.
• Skill in communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, and the general public, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Nice To Haves

• Transportation experience.
• LEED-ND, Green Associate, and/or CNU-A certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the City Engineer with the management of the City's Engineering Division, including general office management, technical and administrative supervision, and technical guidance and direction.
• Performing engineering management, administrative management, and quality assurance & quality control (QAQC) for storm water system improvements.
• Performing engineering management, administrative management, and quality assurance & quality control (QAQC) for municipal green infrastructure retrofit projects.
• Performing engineering management, administrative management, and quality assurance & quality control (QAQC) for compliance with State issued environmental permits for storm water discharge.
• Performing engineering management, administrative management, and quality assurance & quality control (QAQC) for technical review & guidance for permitted solid waste facilities, including municipal landfills.
• Performing engineering management, administrative management, and quality assurance & quality control (QAQC) for flood control and floodplain program management and supervision.
• Providing direction for all transportation design engineering functions for the City.
• Overseeing the study, design, and construction of transportation engineering improvements.
• Hiring, training, and evaluating department staff.
• Developing and managing department budget.
• Planning for capital improvements.
• Reviewing and approving transportation designs by staff and contractors.
• Developing and coordinating special projects.
• Serving as the Chief Engineer in Responsible Charge for the Transportation Division of Public Works.
• Supervising division staff to include: prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff are trained; ensuring that employees follow policies and procedures; maintaining a healthy and safe working environment; and, making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.
• Assisting the City Engineer in directing and overseeing the operations of the Engineering division, which includes: planning, coordinating, administering, and evaluating programs, projects, processes, procedures, systems, standards, and/or service offerings.
• Ensuring compliance with Federal, State, and Local laws, regulations, codes, and/or standards.
• Coordinating activities between multiple service areas.
• Working to integrate and coordinate service areas.
• Assisting in the development, implementation, and administration of operating policies and procedures and monitoring compliance.
• Mentoring, tutoring, training and directing junior engineering, transportation, and environmental science staff in current design methods and procedures.
• Providing consultative engineering services related to the design and construction of projects, which includes: performing detailed design calculations; reviewing plans; performing storm water, drainage system, watershed, and combined sewer collection system modeling; performing final walk-throughs; approving payments; making recommendations for site problems; reviewing reports from external consultants; monitoring project progress; approving change orders; and/or, performing other related activities.
• Maintaining technical design standard drawings, specifications, CAD standards, project records and files, and/or other related information and documentation.
• Representing the Public Works Department in the planning and development process.
• Assisting the public in understanding development conditions, guidelines, standards and regulations for various permits.
• Resolving customer problems and complaints concerning engineering plans review, interpretation of public works and engineering development conditions, guidelines, standards and other regulations related to site development and the various application and permitting processes managed by the Division.
• Responding to technical questions, explaining policies and procedures and interpreting engineering development standards.
• Serving as a liaison with City staff, the Council and its Commissions, Boards and Committees, other utilities, other public and private agencies, the business community, contractors, suppliers, and citizens.
• Managing and coordinating designs with other City Departments and Divisions, other Governmental and Public Agencies, Utility companies, and the general public.
• Preparing or overseeing engineering design performed by staff or consultants.
• Directing the preparation of engineering drawings.
• Writing and reviewing contract specifications and engineering reports.
• Preparing and reviewing cost estimates.
• Developing, modifying, reviewing, and approving design, construction, and engineering standards.
• Designing complex, atypical drainage systems and/or solid waste projects involving unique situations and conditions.
• Preparing draft ordinances and Council action requests.
• Reviewing and analyzing proposed zoning changes, requests for abandonment of public right-of-way and/or easements and zoning cases; making recommendations based on findings.
• Participating in legal proceedings related to engineering division issues, which includes: preparing legal case documents; representing the City in court; providing expert testimony; and, performing other related activities.
• Assisting in developing the annual budget; monitoring and approving expenditures within established guidelines.
• Appearing before the Board of Zoning Appeals and Board of Sign appeals to provide guidance on traffic issues related to requested variances.
• Representing Department at Planning Commission, City Council, Subdivision review and other regulatory meetings/commissions.
• Managing grants within the organization and overseeing installation of track projects through to reimbursement.
• Preparing transportation engineering design plans, developing material needs and cost estimates as well as preparing engineering specifications.
• Coordinating with TDOT, Regional Planning, and others to obtain obligation of federal and state funds for traffic projects.
• Writing a variety of proposals and grant applications to various funding sources.
• Using, carrying, and answering their cell phone for business purposes as determined by the assigned job duties and the department head.
• Operating a City vehicle and/or personal vehicle to attend meetings and visit project sites.
• Meeting regular attendance requirements.
• Maintaining good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers, and citizens.
• Accomplishing the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Robust pay scales that reflect our commitment to our staff.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling where possible.
• Exceptional Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs designed for you and your family that deliver savings to you beyond your paycheck, featuring a centralized health clinic and pharmacy for all City employees.
• Growth: A focus on professional development and upward mobility within the organization.
• The Great Outdoors: Your Backyard Playground: Chattanooga isn't just near nature, it's immersed in it. As one of the most biodiverse cities in North America, the "Scenic City" offers an ecological richness that few places on earth can claim. Whether you are an adrenaline junkie or a weekend wanderer, world-class adventure is always less than an hour away.
• Vertical Adventures: Scale legendary sandstone cliffs in what is widely considered the premier rock climbing hub of the Southeast.
• Water & Rapids: From the high-octane whitewater kayaking of the Ocoee River to world-class bass fishing and peaceful paddling on the Tennessee River.
• Trails for Miles: Explore a massive network of mountain biking and hiking trails that wind through lush ridges, hidden waterfalls, and deep river gorges.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees