Land Development - Engineering Project Manager
About The Position
This position is based in the Storm Water Services Land Development Section and is primarily responsible for reviewing and approving private development construction plans for compliance with City stormwater regulations and development standards. The work is technical and detail-oriented and requires applying civil engineering principles and practices. The role includes reviewing work prepared by licensed landscape architects and engineers, including site plans, grading plans, storm drainage and stormwater management plans, and supporting calculations. The position provides technical guidance to consultants, contractors, engineers, City officials, and the public; oversees compliance with local stormwater ordinances; and supports implementation and administration of Charlotte’s Unified Development Ordinance drainage and post-construction stormwater regulations. It also reviews rezoning petitions for stormwater impacts, assists with staff training and complex project reviews, and represents Storm Water Services on relevant committees and stakeholder groups. The position requires knowledge of hydraulic and hydrologic modeling, Stormwater Control Measures (SCMs), and related City regulations. The salary stated in the summary is $95,949.00–$106,609.99, commensurate with experience; the posting header also lists $85,288.00–$122,601.49, commensurate with experience. The position is subject to background checks and requires final candidates to pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. Candidates may also be asked to complete a skills test or other assessments.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited school.
- Three years of directly related engineering work experience.
- Proficiency in applying hydraulic and hydrologic modeling principles and methods.
- Fundamental knowledge and understanding of Stormwater Control Measure (SCM) design and implementation and related City of Charlotte Unified Development Ordinance stormwater articles.
- Ability to work cooperatively with City employees and the public.
- Ability to determine an appropriate level of regulation and flexibility where necessary.
- Ability to communicate with technical and non-technical audiences verbally and in writing.
- Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Ability to apply conflict-resolution techniques and develop positive solutions.
- Open-mindedness and willingness to consider multiple options.
- Ability to plan, prioritize, and organize work and complete assignments on time with minimal supervision.
- Mentoring skills to lead other staff in best practices and procedures.
- Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge and experience in stormwater management, engineering principles, and land development permitting practices.
- Certification as an Engineering Intern or Professional Engineer.
- Knowledge of or ability to learn hydrology and hydraulic software such as Hydro CAD, HEC-RAS, HY8, and FlowMaster.
Responsibilities
- Review and approve private development construction plans for compliance with City stormwater regulations and standards.
- Review and approve work prepared by licensed landscape architects and engineers, including site plans, grading plans, storm drainage and stormwater management plans, and supporting calculations.
- Provide professional and technical instruction, guidance, and information to consultants, contractors, engineers, other City officials, and the public regarding design and regulatory issues.
- Oversee compliance and enforcement of land development activities under local stormwater management ordinances.
- Work with staff to implement, interpret, and administer Charlotte’s Unified Development Ordinance drainage and post-construction stormwater regulations.
- Review rezoning petitions for stormwater impacts as part of the City’s rezoning process.
- Balance regulatory authority with customer advocacy.
- Assist in training Plan Reviewers and Project Coordinators.
- Assist Senior Engineers and Senior Project Managers with reviews of more complex projects.
- Represent Storm Water Services on committees and stakeholder groups related to land development and stormwater standards, policies, and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees; specific benefits are not listed in the posting.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
