Civil Engineer II, (B252220-1), 214, CIP Project Management

City of Laredo, TX • Laredo, TX

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About The Position

Performs professional civil engineering work to design public improvement projects, review new commercial and residential development project administers construction as project engineer, and acts as overall coordinator between City engineering staff and all other departments, as well as including but not limited to Building Development Services and the One Stop Shop, other agencies, utility companies and contractors.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering or related field.
• At least one (1) year of experience in the practice of civil, mechanical, chemical engineering, or related engineering field.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) License is required.
• Valid Texas Driver License.

Responsibilities

• Designs and administers construction of public works improvement projects such as streets, drainage, public buildings, water and sewer distribution systems, recreational, bridges, airports, etc.
• Directs survey crews; evaluates field data; develops concept plan; coordinates construction with various agencies, including other departments and utility companies.
• Finalizes designs; prepares cost estimates; reviews and analyzes bids to recommend award of contracts.
• Reviews contractor invoices and approves for payment; makes periodic site visits to assess progress and make changes to plans as needed.
• Negotiates costs with contractors; assures that all public works projects are performed in compliance with plans and specifications.
• Downloads and processes survey data collected by the survey crew plan.
• Reviews plans, specifications, cut sheets, change orders in design by consulting engineers for all city construction projects.
• Checks for correct quantities, street grade design, storm drainage design, latest correct specifications utilization.
• Communicates with consultant regarding reviews; monitors the construction of the project, reviews change orders and closes out the project when construction is completed.
• Ensures that all projects are kept within budget and that all alternatives have been explored to determine the best design.
• Calculates bearings with distances; calculates areas for tracts of land; checks for closure on these tracts and prepares metes and bounds descriptions of land.
• Reviews surveying consultants' work by checking for correct traverse closures, correct area for tracts of land and correct working of metes and bounds descriptions.
• Prepares progress reports on ongoing construction projects assigned.
• Assigns and reviews work of surveyors and drafters assigned to projects.
• Manages and oversees City infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and alignment with municipal goals.
• Leads the design and implementation of projects for parks, economic development, and environmental initiatives.
• Coordinates with City departments to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree