Engineering Project Coordinator – Design and Construction

City of Charlotte•Charlotte, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position manages and coordinates tasks or components within large construction, maintenance, or rehabilitation projects for City infrastructure and facilities supporting overall project management. Work involves: preparing and reviewing construction plans; coordinating with outside agencies for permits; notifying the public and answering questions regarding construction details and impact to customers; planning water and sewer routes; distributing construction assignments to contractors based on specialties; and updates records after reviews of inspectors and sends results to geographic information system (GIS). This position handles more routine projects of short duration, may perform engineering tasks, and oversees third party contracts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field from an accredited school.
Three (3) years of related work experience in design or technical planning experience demonstrating responsibility for the coordination of tasks in civil engineering or municipal capital improvement projects.
Requires valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Prefers certification (or ability to obtain certification within one year of hire) as an Engineering Intern (or equivalent credentials in field of specialty).
Prefers licensure as a Professional Engineer (or equivalent credentials in field of specialty).
Knowledge of project management principles including initiation, planning, implementation, and closeout.
Knowledge in related engineering and construction management including project design and planning.
Skill in communications, both orally and in writing.
Skill in applying conflict resolution techniques.
Skill with AutoCAD Civil 3D for the purposes of utility design, including the creation of plan and profiles.
Skill with Microsoft Office products, such as Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.
Skill in GIS software, such as ArcGIS.
Ability to successfully perform project management tasks including the proactive management of the critical path in project initiation, planning, implementation, and closeout.
Ability to develop technical reports.
Ability to apply and direct change control principles to project planning and implementation.
Ability to utilize computer based hydraulic models for water and sewer system analysis.
Ability to work cooperatively with other City employees and the public.
Ability to use project scheduling software, etc.

Responsibilities

Coordinates and manages specific tasks related to assigned component(s) at various stages of a project; works closely with others on projects and related programs to ensure tasks fit into overall project; ensures timely and quality completion; and monitors progress.
Oversees contracted third-party service providers to ensure timely and quality delivery of services; inspects completed work to ensure compliance with contracts; works to resolve problems; and monitors and ensures compliance.
Conducts field inspections and tests.
Prepares, receives, and reviews construction and engineering plans, designs, and specifications pertaining to projects; requests consultants to provide modeling, testing, planning, and engineering studies in support of project analysis and design; and reviews and verifies engineering calculations.
Coordinates with surveyors to obtain field data required to complete construction documents.
Works with raw survey data to create drawing files, surface models, etc.
Provides administrative and technical support to Senior Engineering Project Manager and those in the field; complies and analyzes data needed to monitor project budgets and expenses; processes purchases, and work orders related to assignments.
Analyzes existing water and sewer system; applies for and maintains required permits; and coordinates with federal, state, and local agencies for permits.
Performs engineering analysis, troubleshooting, and design of gravity sewer collection systems.
Utilizes computer based hydraulic models for water and sewer system analysis.
Assists project managers with public outreach; attends public meetings; solicits input and feedback; develops press releases and public materials.
Communicates with internal and external customers; participates in related internal meetings; provides information to project management; reviews and resolves problems; and recommends improvements.
Assists with data compilation and regulatory reporting functions; facilitates adherence to reporting requirements.
Reviews and approves multiple document types, such as: easement maps, abandonment maps, and agreements; North Carolina Department of Transportation encroachment maps; and railroad and gas main encroachments.
Reviews as-built information after inspection; forwards information to GIS.
Attends meetings; meets general training requirements.
Performs other related job duties as assigned.