Senior Assistant Civil Engineer - Design

City of Detroit•Michigan, MI

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs responsible technical work in the field of civil engineering, and assists in the management and documentation of major municipal engineering/construction projects. This role involves analyzing project scope, reviewing field conditions, managing documentation, designing engineering solutions, and ensuring construction conformance with plans and standards. The position also includes interpreting construction projects, creating project documents, preparing records, and overseeing the work of contractors and other City workforce. Additionally, it involves managing inspectors and staff, reviewing team members' work, mentoring staff, and representing the department in interactions with citizens, public agencies, and private stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a civil engineering or construction engineering related field.
Three years of experience in civil engineering and construction related activities.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted to meet the education and experience requirements of this position.
Current registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Michigan.
Valid State of Michigan Operator License required.
Knowledge of principals and methods of civil engineering design and construction.
Knowledge of equipment and materials used in civil engineering projects.
Knowledge of project costing, monitoring and reporting techniques.
Skill in analyzing problems relating to civil engineering design and construction.
Skill in supervising, prioritizing and directing the work of others.
Skill in reading, understanding and evaluating engineering plans and specifications.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in use of personal computers and common office and work related software.
Skill in preparing concise technical and non-technical reports.
Ability to plan and direct the activities of a moderately large group of subordinate engineers and draft technicians.
Ability to estimate costs and schedules for engineering projects.
Ability to interact effectively with subordinates and peers with tact and diplomacy.
Ability to display initiative and resourcefulness in solving difficult and unusual engineering problems in connection with problems of civil engineering design.

Nice To Haves

Completion of some coursework in construction management is preferred.
One year of civil engineering/construction supervisory field work is preferred.

Responsibilities

Analyzes project scope.
Reviews and evaluates field conditions and data.
Provides documentation control and organization of project record files.
Utilizes MDOT Field Manager software or equivalent used by the City in order to maintain project records and accounting.
Develops and designs engineering solutions.
Assists in preparation of construction plans.
Ensures construction is performed in conformance with plans, specifications, budget and applicable standards.
Interprets construction projects and plans.
Creates engineering/construction project documents.
Prepares and maintains records and reports.
Oversees, supervises and inspects work of contractors and other City workforce, as needed.
Manages and supervises inspectors and other staff assigned to projects.
Reviews work prepared by other team members.
Instructs, counsels, mentors and advises division staff on assignments and tasks to see that work is performed satisfactorily and meets expected standards.
Consults with supervisor on work assignments and personnel matters such as promotions, transfers, and disciplinary actions and grievances.
May supervise Assistant Engineers and other technical staff members.
Initiates and directs training of divisional staff and colleagues.
Represents the department/division with individual groups of citizens, public agencies, or private stakeholder groups.