DWM Civil Engineer II (Office of Watershed Protection)

City of Atlanta•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The office of watershed protection requires a civil engineer with knowledge of stormwater management to assist in the design and construction of the stormwater Capital Improvement Program (CIP), as well as asset management, project prioritization, engineering design and standards review. This is a mid-level position. Works under very general supervision. Depending on organization structure, may work independently with responsibility for an assigned function or program. These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Designs, schedules, and oversee construction of stormwater infrastructure projects; develop scopes of work and cost estimates for projects while maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Serves as a liaison and technical expert for transportation, roadway, parks and trail projects for the city that involve stormwater management. Represents the City of Atlanta as the owner's representative for the Office of Watershed Protection construction projects. Responds to emails and phone calls from citizens concerning the City’s environmental and stormwater regulations. Mitigates potential risks by incorporating clear and verifiable quality requirements and procedures and enforcing the contract requirements for projects. Acts as Subject Matter Expert (SME) and provides technical guidance. Manages small to large design projects meeting schedule. Scope and budget objectives per requirements of stakeholders. Provides as needed expertise and input during wet weather events. Provides design services to the Department of Watershed Management as well as all other requesting City of Atlanta Offices to support their operational activities. The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Requirements

Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in construction, intimate experience in stormwater management design
Knowledge of surveying, engineering, and construction methods
Knowledge of planning, engineering design, and project management
Skilled in the use of software to create well-structured reports, spreadsheets, presentations, proposals, and other documents
Skilled in preparing effective and strong oral and written communication
Skilled in AutoCAD design software
Skilled in reading, interpreting, and producing legal documents (such as legal descriptions of property)
Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships at all organizational levels, as well as with the public
Ability to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when dealing with difficult or sensitive situations
Ability to work effectively, as part of a team to ensure team and business goals are met effectively and efficiently
Ability to work independently when required
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
Three (3) years of experience in surveying, engineering design, inspection, and drafting

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree in Civil Engineering and five (5) years of experience in surveying, engineering design, inspection, and drafting.

Responsibilities

Designs, schedules, and oversee construction of stormwater infrastructure projects
Develop scopes of work and cost estimates for projects while maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
Serves as a liaison and technical expert for transportation, roadway, parks and trail projects for the city that involve stormwater management
Represents the City of Atlanta as the owner's representative for the Office of Watershed Protection construction projects
Responds to emails and phone calls from citizens concerning the City’s environmental and stormwater regulations
Mitigates potential risks by incorporating clear and verifiable quality requirements and procedures and enforcing the contract requirements for projects
Acts as Subject Matter Expert (SME) and provides technical guidance
Manages small to large design projects meeting schedule
Scope and budget objectives per requirements of stakeholders
Provides as needed expertise and input during wet weather events
Provides design services to the Department of Watershed Management as well as all other requesting City of Atlanta Offices to support their operational activities