Senior Drafter and Design Coordinator - Engineering Department

Escambia County, FL•Escambia County, FL

31d

About The Position

This class performs project coordination and highly skilled, project specific, technical duties in area of specialty, including project design, review, and evaluation; technical document preparation; cost estimates; and reports; and supervises project personnel; and operates Computer Aided Design (CAD) computer programs (AutoCAD 14 and higher), including applying construction knowledge to creating, modifying, and updating construction plans from Engineers designed schematic.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in an engineering or engineering related field, and a minimum of two years of experience in civil engineering work, one of which was in a draftsperson role, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
Valid driver's license
basics of roadway and drainage design
FDOT design standards
supervisory principles
general surveying practices and procedures
engineering principles and practices
construction standards and practices
applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, codes, and/or statutes
budgeting principles
project management principles
advanced principles and practices in assigned area of responsibility
AutoCAD 14 and higher
monitoring and evaluating subordinates
delegating and prioritizing work
managing design projects
preparing a variety of reports and documents, including GIS maps and parcel information
drafting plans, blueprints, sketches, maps, and/or other related construction documents
analyzing processes and making recommendations for improvement
interpreting and applying applicable laws, rules, and regulations
reviewing plans, specifications, technical studies, and reports for completeness and accuracy
conducting research
communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
GIS, CADD, database management and information technology skills

Responsibilities

Creates CAD drawings for Engineering Projects.
Draft plans and detailed drawings for roadway and drainage installations and construction projects.
Draw maps, diagrams, and profiles using cross-sections and surveys to represent elevations, topographical contours, etc.
May assist in developing survey maps and layouts.
Supervise or conduct field surveys, inspections, or technical investigations to obtain data required to revise construction drawings.
Explain project drawings to production, construction, supervisors, commissioners, citizens, etc.
Supervises drafting personnel to include: prioritizing and assigning work; assisting with performance evaluations; training; ensuring staff are trained; ensuring that projects are completed according to policies and procedures; maintaining a healthy and safe working environment; and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.
Manages engineering and capital improvement design projects in assigned area of responsibility; coordinates the activities of Engineers, contractors, and/or other applicable parties; provides guidance related to project creation, construction, scheduling, manpower, and/or other related issues.
Reviews and evaluates engineering plans, specifications, GIS maps and reports; prepares reports and/or comments regarding findings; provides input, assistance, and recommendations; ensures compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
Researches engineering issues, real estate, surveys and environmental issues, records, maps, documents, and/or other supporting documentation in support of project activities.
Responds to requests for information from the general public, other governmental agencies, internal departments, and/or other interested parties; when necessary communicates issues to other appropriate personnel.
Oversees the administration of contracts for applicable engineering projects and/or maintenance activities in assigned area of responsibility.
Performs project inspections to ensure compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
Prepares for and participates in regular and routine meetings related to assigned projects and/or departmental activities.
Supervises and reviews engineering studies in assigned area of responsibility.
Assists in the preparation of cost estimates and quantity take-offs for design projects; coordinates cost analyses; requests fund allotments; prepares related financial forms for project processing; reviews and processes invoices, change orders, and/or other related financial management documents.
Participates in developing policies and procedures, recommendations, standards, etc. in support of department operations and activities.
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.