Development Review Engineer, Senior
About The Position
The City of Bothell is seeking a Senior Development Review Engineer to review development projects, provide technical guidance, and coordinate with developers, contractors, inspectors, and the community. The position helps ensure projects comply with City standards, codes, and policies while supporting effective project delivery and positive community outcomes. The role reviews engineering materials for land development, residential, and right-of-way projects; responds to public and development-related inquiries; and coordinates technical guidance and project activities with internal and external stakeholders. It also supports development proposals from pre-application through construction inspection and final approval, and represents the City at public hearings. The position is fully onsite for the first six to twelve months. After that period, eligibility for a hybrid schedule may be considered. The default schedule is either a 9/80 or 5/8 work schedule.
Responsibilities
- Review engineering plans, calculations, reports, and other documents for land development, residential, and right-of-way projects.
- Respond to public and development-related inquiries and interpret engineering standards, codes, ordinances, and City policies.
- Coordinate with and provide technical guidance to inspectors, maintenance staff, developers, engineers, architects, and contractors.
- Review development proposals, establish conditions of approval, evaluate site conditions, and approve modifications to plans and calculations.
- Provide engineering guidance during pre-application meetings and coordinate project activities and issue resolution.
- Oversee construction inspections, performance bonds, and final project approvals.
- Represent the City at public hearings and communicate engineering and community development information.
- Learn and adapt to new tools and systems to support work efficiency.
- Communicate clearly, respectfully, and professionally across a variety of settings.
- Promote positive relationships with the community and City staff while supporting City goals, policies, and priorities.
- Deliver accurate, high-quality work with attention to detail.
- Demonstrate honesty and transparency in actions and communications.
- Uphold high standards of service in support of organizational and community goals.
Benefits
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 11 paid holidays and 2 personal holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families
- Life and disability insurance
- State pension and deferred compensation for retirement
- A 2% pay premium for AFSCME employees with approved second-language proficiency
- Commute trip reduction
- Alternative work schedules
- Flexible work environment and hybrid work options when appropriate
- Employee wellness program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
