Civil Engineer

City of Newton•Newton, NC

20d•Hybrid

About The Position

Provides professional engineering and project management and is responsible for the planning, design, review, and coordination of municipal infrastructure and capital improvement projects. Responsibilities include coordinating engineering activities with consultants, contractors, developers, utility providers, regulatory agencies, and City departments; reviewing engineering plans and technical documents; monitoring project progress; and assisting with contract administration and regulatory compliance. The incumbent exercises independent judgment in applying established engineering principles and standards while receiving guidance on complex or unusual assignments. Work is performed under the general direction of the Water Resources Director, with independence and professional judgment. This position provides direct supervision to the Project Coordinator position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university
4-6 years of progressively responsible experience managing engineering, construction, or municipal infrastructure projects
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in North Carolina
Valid North Carolina driver's license
Ability to sit, stand, walk, and work at a computer for extended periods
Operate standard office equipment and field inspection tools
Occasionally bend, stoop, climb, reach, and lift or carry items weighing up to 25 pounds, such as plans, documents, and equipment
Ability to inspect construction sites and public infrastructure projects, which may require walking over uneven terrain, gravel, slopes, and other variable surfaces
General knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering
General knowledge of engineering design, construction methods, and inspection procedures
General knowledge of Computer applications used in engineering including Microsoft Office, GIS, AutoCAD Civil 3D, or similar software
General knowledge of project management, construction administration, and development review
General working knowledge of local government operations and applicable federal, state, and local regulations
General knowledge of methods for preparing and reviewing engineering plans, specifications, reports, and technical documents
Reviewing engineering plans, drawings, specifications, and technical documents
Performing project coordination, scheduling, documentation, and construction activities
Performing field observations and documenting project conditions
Preparing basic engineering reports, correspondence, and project documentation
Communicating effectively with consultants, contractors, City staff, and the general public
Organizing work, managing priorities, and meeting deadlines
Apply basic engineering principles and standards to assigned projects
Learn and apply City policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Assist with the planning, design, review, and construction of public infrastructure projects
Analyze problems and recommend solutions within established guidelines
Work effectively with engineers, consultants, contractors, and other City departments
Maintain accurate records and project documentation
Work independently on assigned tasks; receive guidance on more complex assignments
Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others

Responsibilities

Manages Public Works and Water Resources capital improvement projects, including project scheduling, budgeting, consultant coordination, construction administration, and project documentation
Assists the Planning Department in reviewing residential, commercial, industrial, subdivision, and other development plans for compliance with City ordinances, engineering standards, design criteria, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Assists the Planning Department with the Stormwater Management Program (MS4) and the City’s industrial storm water plan
Reviews engineering plans, specifications, permits, and technical documents to verify that infrastructure requirements are adequately addressed
Monitors engineering and construction projects during design and construction to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, schedules, budgets, contract requirements, and quality standards; documents findings and recommends corrective actions as needed
Monitors project schedules, budgets, consultant and contractor activities, contract administration, construction progress, documentation, and regulatory compliance to support the successful delivery of capital improvement projects
Coordinates with consultants, contractors, utility companies, developers, regulatory agencies, and City departments to facilitate project planning, design, construction, and implementation
Assists with contract administration including the review of change orders, payment applications, project documentation, and contract compliance
Conducts site visits and construction inspections to monitor project progress, document field conditions, verify compliance with approved plans and specifications, and identify potential issues for resolution
Reviews project documents, engineering plans, specifications, shop drawings, and submittents, and provides technical recommendations to ensure compliance with project requirements and City standards
Participates in professional groups and committees
Attends, makes presentations during, and facilitates internal and external meetings as needed
Manages, directs, and evaluates the work of the Project Coordinator position
Perform other related duties as assigned