Civil Engineer I-II-Engineering Development Review - Water & Sewer

City of Greeley•Greeley, CO

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About The Position

The Civil Engineer I/II for Water and Sewer Development Review is the primary point of contact within the Water and Sewer Department with Community Development and Engineering Development Review for potential development coming to Greeley. The position is responsible for ensuring that water and sewer design standards are met in new development projects, coordination of oversizing and cost sharing agreements, review of development agreements, and infrastructure requirements for specific developments. This requires a good understanding of how the City’s development process functions and the role that Water and Sewer plays within it. The employee must have the ability to quickly analyze a development plan or proposal and identify the relevant codes and city policies that apply. The employee will support the department in modelling potential expansion or rehabilitation of water and sewer systems across the City to support development. Good communication skills are critical to clearly convey the water, sewer, non-potable, and raw water needs to both the development applicant and other city staff in Community Development and Public Works. Good customer service is a required skill as timely and politically sensitive interactions with development customers are core component of the job. The Civil Engineer I/II for Development Review will also assist the Water & Sewer Department with the implementation of the capital improvement program through some limited project management activities. Activities may include, but are not limited to, cost estimating, budgeting, management of projects, and field investigations. For the projects the employee is managing, the Engineer I/II will ensure construction activities meet City requirements, controlling the timelines, costs, and quality. This position requires a self-motivated person with sound judgment, problem solving skills, and abilities to work in collaboration with different project team, contractors, and the public.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (four-year degree) in civil engineering, construction management or Building Science, or a related field from an ABET (Accredited Board for Engineering and Technology) college or university
General understanding of civil engineering, utilities infrastructure, and water and sewer system rehabilitation
One (1) or more years of experience working with GIS, InfoWater, Infoworks ICM, MS Project and Excel
One (1) to four (4) years of experience working as a Development Review Engineer or in a closely related field
Colorado Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer in Training (EIT) certification, or the ability to obtain Colorado Professional Engineers (PE) license within one year. If licensure is held within any other state, candidate must apply for reciprocity to receive licensure in Colorado within six (6) months of hire.
Four (4) plus years of experience working as a Development Review Engineer or in a closely related field
Colorado Professional Engineer (PE) Certification or the ability to obtain Colorado Professional Engineers license within one year. If licensure is held within any other state, candidate must apply for reciprocity to receive licensure in Colorado within six (6) months of hire.
Knowledge of permitting requirements including the FEMA floodplain and Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
Collaboration skills, including the ability to work with others from different areas and backgrounds to reach a common goal
Computer skills, including the ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.) and the ability to learn and utilize new software systems
Oral, written, and listening communication skills, including the ability to accurately interpret what others are saying and convey messages, information, concepts, and details accurately and clearly to individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and ages
Organizational skills, including the ability to set and meet goals and deadlines, manage appointments, creates schedules, coordinates, and facilitates meetings
Ability to work project and review deadlines, manage multiple concurrent and competing tasks and responsibilities, and adapt to changing priorities while maintaining effectiveness
Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and stay on task when completing projects and daily assignments
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and reliable professional judgment, as well as collaboratively with a team to achieve desired results
Ability to maintain a strong work ethic, positive problem-solving attitude, and enthusiasm for the work performed
Ability to self-start and take initiative in completing daily tasks and special projects
Ability to establish and maintain partnerships with a variety of internal and external municipalities, agencies, and departments
Ability to navigate a political environment
Conflict management skills, including the ability to remain impartial, get different and adverse parties to reach consensus, and negotiate amicable resolutions in order to maintain cohesion and cooperation
Leadership skills, including the ability to effectively manage various personalities and persuade others to take particular courses of action
Ability to influence change through a collaborative and inclusive style
Analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to examine and summarize data and trends in order to resolve issues and produce results
Critical thinking skills, including the ability to identify problems, questions, and assumptions; establish significance; and understand logical connections between ideas

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree from an ABET accredited college or university
At least two (2) years of experience working as a development Review Engineer or in a closely related field preferred
One (1) or more years of experience working with GIS, InfoWater, Infoworks ICM
OR A combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job
AND Possession of a valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

Ensure development plans and proposals comply with city code, state, and federal regulations.
Collaborate with various city departments, contractors, consultants, and the public.
Gather, review and track all information from contractors and developers:
Proactively address project issues, assessing situations to determine the importance, urgency and risks, making clear decisions which are timely and in the best interests of Water & Sewer.
Schedule and attend weekly site meetings with contractors, developers, operations, and/or engineering project team.
Attend regular internal project meetings.
Knowledge of water & sewer construction from a planning perspective
Excellent problem-solving skills, including the ability to: Assess problem situations to identify causes Gather and process relevant information Generate possible solutions Make recommendations Resolve the problem
Big picture understanding the objectives of water and sewer, crucial prioritization, risk-assessment and mitigation, and high-level decision-making
Perform other duties as assigned