Assistant County Engineer

Jefferson County, TX • Beaumont, TX

55d

About The Position

Summary: Assists the County Engineer and should be capable of performing engineering duties performed by the County Engineering Department including but not limited to: Reviews of plats, construction plans, and drainage plans and calculations for subdivisions and other developments. Should be capable of coordinating and developing designs and plans and specifications for County construction projects such as road maintenance/construction and drainage projects. Be capable of; directing engineering drafting, surveying and other technical activities, performing and/or directing construction inspections and have knowledge of flood plain administration. Be able to effectively communicate with various County Departments and local entities in review and development of projects. Duties & Responsibilities Essential Job Functions: Assist with and be capable of collaborating, planning and coordinating in-house projects or projects designed by outside engineering firms for Jefferson County public works projects from inception to completion. Have experience in reviewing surveying information and geotechnical and drainage studies supporting County or private development projects. Have experience in: Project scope development, general civil engineering design, the development plans and specifications for bidding/construction, project cost estimating, the handling of pre-bid meetings, bid openings and pre-construction meetings, evaluation of progress payments to contractors, overseeing and directing construction inspection staff; evaluation and handling of construction issues until satisfactory completion. Be knowledgeable in, and be able to manage, the coordination of other agencies such as TXDOT, drainage districts, water districts, engineering firms and other County Departments related to Jefferson County projects or review of private developments. Knowledge of project work associated with grants is a plus. Perform reviews of subdivision or other development plats, construction plans and drainage plans to ensure compliance with County requirements and prepare review comments. Assist with the research and revision of County Rules and Regulations, as necessary. This position shall be able to respond to complaints and requests for information from the general public and other departments in a professional manner. Assist the County Engineer with the coordination of goals, objectives, policies and procedures necessary to provide engineering services; assist in the development of new or modified policies and procedures. Assist with the preparation of annual capital improvement budget and assist with the monitoring of budgets for assigned projects. Assist with and be able to provide engineering support and reporting to Commissioners Court through studies, surveys and cost estimating on various issues. Assist with interviews, hires, and training of employees. Assist with the review of employment applications and recommendations following interviews. Support the County Engineer with supervision of professional and technical personnel. Other Job Functions: Performs other job-related duties, as directed. NOTE: The above describes the general nature and level of work being performed by employees holding this position. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required nor are all duties listed necessarily performed by any one employee so classified.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field with a minimum of ten (10) years of increasingly responsible experience in performing general civil engineering work relative to County Engineering Department related engineering tasks.
• Texas Driver's License and Texas Professional Engineer's License
• Be proficient in the use of a personal computer and associated software such as Word, Adobe, Excel, email and other general office software.
• Have knowledge related to CAD and other engineering/surveying software applications.
• Have knowledge of field survey equipment, GPS equipment; other engineering tools and apparatus, as needed.
• Be capable of operating a vehicle and general office equipment, as needed.
• Knowledge of: the principles and practices of general civil engineering, structural engineering, and the design of public works projects; County, State, and Federal laws and regulations pertinent to public works projects and flood plain management;
• Skill in: Communicating effectively, orally and in writing; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with engineers, developers, County personnel, and the general public; working in groups and independently to solve problems and interpreting and applying policies and guidelines.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Work requires organizing, prioritizing, accuracy, attention to detail and flexibility in order to assist with and coordinate a variety of duties and projects.
• Meeting deadlines is required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of project work associated with grants is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with and be capable of collaborating, planning and coordinating in-house projects or projects designed by outside engineering firms for Jefferson County public works projects from inception to completion.
• Have experience in reviewing surveying information and geotechnical and drainage studies supporting County or private development projects.
• Project scope development, general civil engineering design, the development plans and specifications for bidding/construction, project cost estimating, the handling of pre-bid meetings, bid openings and pre-construction meetings, evaluation of progress payments to contractors, overseeing and directing construction inspection staff; evaluation and handling of construction issues until satisfactory completion.
• Manage the coordination of other agencies such as TXDOT, drainage districts, water districts, engineering firms and other County Departments related to Jefferson County projects or review of private developments.
• Perform reviews of subdivision or other development plats, construction plans and drainage plans to ensure compliance with County requirements and prepare review comments.
• Assist with the research and revision of County Rules and Regulations, as necessary.
• Respond to complaints and requests for information from the general public and other departments in a professional manner.
• Assist the County Engineer with the coordination of goals, objectives, policies and procedures necessary to provide engineering services; assist in the development of new or modified policies and procedures.
• Assist with the preparation of annual capital improvement budget and assist with the monitoring of budgets for assigned projects.
• Assist with and be able to provide engineering support and reporting to Commissioners Court through studies, surveys and cost estimating on various issues.
• Assist with interviews, hires, and training of employees.
• Assist with the review of employment applications and recommendations following interviews.
• Support the County Engineer with supervision of professional and technical personnel.
• Performs other job-related duties, as directed.

Benefits

• We offer a complete benefits package to all full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, prescription drug coverage, Employee Assistance Program, holidays, vacation, sick leave, and personal leave, and use of the Employee Health Clinic.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support