Civil Engineer P.E. (Option to Underfill)

Las Vegas Valley Water District

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under direction, performs complex professional engineering work in the research, planning, design and construction of waterworks capital and/or maintenance projects; coordinates the work of professional and technical staff; and performs related duties as assigned. The ideal candidate will possess the appropriate education and experience related to the design and construction of potable water conveyance systems; demonstrate the ability to prepare, oversee, coordinate, and review the work of professional and technical personnel; be able to efficiently perform accurate engineering calculations and cost estimates; be proficient in preparing and reviewing complex plans, specifications, legal documents, technical reports, and studies in order to make data-based decisions; and have strong interpersonal as well as communication skills, both verbally and in writing. The ideal candidate will also hold a valid certificate of registration as a Professional Engineer issued by the State of Nevada.

Requirements

• Knowledge of: Theory, principles and practices of civil engineering design and construction; principles of physics and mathematics applicable to civil engineering; principles and techniques of management and supervision, including goals and objectives development and work planning and organization; principles and practices of contract administration and project management and evaluation; principles, modern techniques and equipment used in design, construction and maintenance of various public works projects, including land surveying; strength, properties and uses of construction materials; legal guidelines for public works engineering; public relations; micro-computer applications pertaining to the work.
• Ability to: Review, prepare or direct the preparation of complex plans, specifications and legal contracts; prepare and evaluate engineering studies of large projects; perform difficult technical research and analyze complex engineering and mathematical problems, evaluating alternatives and recommending or adopting effective courses of action; perform accurate engineering calculations and cost estimates; motivate and evaluate assigned staff and provide for their training and professional development; communicate effectively, orally and in writing; prepare clear, concise and accurate reports, drawings, maps, notes, correspondence and other written materials; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work.
• Training and Experience: A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in civil engineering; and three years of responsible professional civil engineering experience, preferably in a water utility; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Certificate of registration as a Professional Engineer issued by the State of Nevada.
• Some positions may require a valid Nevada driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District’s Vehicle Insurance Policy.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex professional engineering work in the research, planning, design and construction of waterworks capital and/or maintenance projects
• Coordinates the work of professional and technical staff
• Performs related duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees