Performs civil engineering work at the intermediate level in the field and office; does related work as required. Positions in this class require the application of professional engineering knowledge and skills to intermediately difficult engineering projects. Engineering knowledge will have been gained through formal education and through working experience in the engineering field. Assignment affords opportunities for independent planning of work details and higher grade engineers who are available for consultation on difficult problems. Coordinates planning, design and construction of City capital improvement projects; Oversees the preparation of specifications, plans, cost estimates, and permitting associated with various capital improvement projects such as utility projects, stormwater projects, recreation projects, dam safety and other types of capital projects; Applies for and manages grants for some capital projects; Coordinates projects with other City departments; Manages the construction process for the capital improvement projects and performs construction inspection; Deals with City residents concerning capital improvement projects; Works with community representatives to design projects to meet the community’s needs and desires; Directs, schedules and checks work of the survey party crew and drafting personnel; Supervises and maintains necessary records and reports; Prepares specifications, plans, estimates and reports pertaining to the construction, maintenance and operation of a variety of engineering or utility projects; Performs design duties in connection with street, wastewater, water main, waterway and other miscellaneous projects and contract administration; Coordinates projects with the work of other City departments and other private and public agencies; Performs on-site field inspections of various construction projects; Performs a wide variety of other civil engineering duties of the same level of difficulty. Good knowledge of modern principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to public works projects; working knowledge of surveying; good knowledge of street, water, wastewater and waterway construction practices; ability to plan and supervise the work of engineering aides; ability to secure the cooperation of construction contractors and others; good computer skills; good engineering judgment.
