MGR OF ENGINEERING SVCS

City of Bellevue Nebraska•Bellevue, NE

9d•$8,974 - $12,181

About The Position

The Manager of Engineering Services is equivalent to the City Engineer and plans, organizes, performs, and supervises technical engineering work for City departments. The role reports to the Public Works Director and supervises Public Works Engineer I and II, a Public Works Inspector, and a CADD Technician. The position is unclassified and has a monthly salary range of $8,974–$12,181. It may allow temporary telecommuting. The position is subject to veterans’ preference and will be posted until filled. The manager performs and oversees engineering work for public works projects and operations, including design and construction activities, plan and permit reviews, special studies, inspections, surveying, drafting, and materials testing. The role supports the Public Works Director with representation of the City and contract administration for public works construction, coordinates GIS with Sarpy County, oversees several inspection and asset programs, and ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Work includes field activity at City locations and construction sites, as well as office work and interaction with the public and project partners. Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or another engineering/engineering technology major acceptable to the Nebraska Board of Engineers and Architects from an ABET-accredited university, with at least seven years of experience. A valid driver’s license is required at hire. The employee must possess or obtain Nebraska registration as a Civil Engineer within six months of hire and maintain it throughout employment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or another engineering/engineering technology major acceptable to the Nebraska Board of Engineers and Architects, from an ABET-accredited university.
Minimum of 7 years of experience.
Valid driver’s license at the time of hire.
Possess or obtain State of Nebraska registration as a Civil Engineer within six months of hire and maintain it throughout employment.
Knowledge of construction materials, methods, and techniques applicable to public works construction.
Knowledge of state and federal regulations, standards, manuals, tests, rules, and regulations regarding public works construction.
Knowledge of design, drafting, technical writing, and construction recordkeeping.
Knowledge of and ability to accurately apply mathematics to standard construction calculations.
Knowledge of standard contract forms and laws.
Ability to use English grammar, vocabulary, spelling, punctuation, and language effectively, verbally and in writing.
Ability to uphold the City’s mission statement and core values and apply departmental policies and procedures.
Ability to develop computer programs, spreadsheets, and databases.
Ability to ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal requirements.
Ability to plan and organize work, set priorities, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
Ability to interact courteously and tactfully with contractors, consultants, design professionals, and the public.
Ability to perform supervisory functions, including staffing, work assignment, training, employee complaint handling, performance evaluations, and recommendations regarding discipline and hiring or firing.
Ability to prepare and maintain records, reports, correspondence, and other departmental documents accurately.
Ability to operate a City vehicle safely and in compliance with traffic laws and regulations.
Ability to perform duties thoroughly, accurately, and with attention to detail.
Ability to operate standard office equipment, including fax machines, copiers, computers, and calculators.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, contractors, design professionals, governmental officials, coworkers, and supervisors.
Ability to meet the described physical demands and work in indoor and outdoor environments, including construction sites and rough terrain.

Responsibilities

Prepare preliminary designs, final project plans, specifications, and cost estimates for pavement, storm sewers, sanitary sewers, grades, and foundations.
Help Public Works departments solve operational and engineering problems, from providing suggestions to developing detailed plans and specifications.
Conduct directed special studies of engineering problems, including street maintenance, traffic operations, design, and construction, and prepare reports with findings and recommendations.
Read and interpret blueprints, plans, and specifications for public works construction and private development.
Maintain, check, and reduce field notes and assemble drawings and plans from fieldwork.
Serve as the responsible charge for federal-aid projects.
Attend City Council and other meetings as requested.
Develop computer maps and plans, including construction and site plans, using computer-aided drafting systems.
Supervise surveying, inspections, drafting, materials testing, and other diversified activities.
Assist the Public Works Director in representing the City and administering contracts for public works construction projects.
Research records and other sources to obtain data or planning information for current or proposed projects.
Review public works standards, rezoning requests, re-plats, and proposed construction plans and specifications for the Planning Department and provide recommendations.
Review permit application plans and related matters for the Permits Department, including project inspections, grading permit applications, and right-of-way issues.
Attend training courses, seminars, and conferences to maintain job-related knowledge and skills.
Promote workplace safety through safety education, policy recommendations, enforcement of procedures, and reporting and investigation of work-related accidents.
Ensure departmental compliance with applicable local ordinances and codes, state statutes, and federal laws and regulations.
Operate standard office equipment, a City vehicle, and relevant computer hardware and software in performing job duties.
Perform supervisory functions, including staffing, scheduling and assigning work, training, handling employee complaints, conducting evaluations, recommending discipline, and making hiring and firing recommendations.
Oversee the City’s bridge inspection, ASIP, Sidewalk Inventory, Outfall Inspections, and Asset Management programs.
Coordinate GIS with Sarpy County.
Prepare departmental records, reports, correspondence, and other documents.
Perform accurate mathematical calculations; plan and organize work, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, design professionals, the public, governmental officials, coworkers, and supervisors.
Perform other duties as directed or as circumstances require.