26-038.3 Engineer, Full-Time

Job Description

Job Description : \n\nThe Community Services Director is seeking an Engineer to perform engineering work in support of municipal infrastructure and capital improvement projects and provide technical assistance to senior engineering staff. The Director will be hiring an individual based on qualifications below : DEPUTY ENGINEERJOB SUMMARY : Performs routine and complex managerial, administrative, technical, and professional work in coordinating civil engineering projects generally related to the design, planning, data collection, procurement, and construction work for capital projects. This is a full-time, 40 hour per week exempt position. $1742.80 to $2525.20 per week. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Except as specifically noted, the following functions are considered essential to this position. The listed examples may not include all duties found in this class) : 1) May serve as the City’s primary Project Manager for Engineering related capital projects including but not necessarily limited to the following : a. Annual Street Pavement Programb. Annual Sidewalk Improvements Programc. Signalized Intersection Management Programd. Street Reconstruction Projectse. Sewer connection and septic permit review coordinatorf. Utility Reconstruction Projectsg. Recreation Projects2) Serves and actively participates, as the City’s representative for the following organizations : a. City of Dover Transportation Advisory Commission (TAC)b. Alternate to SRPCc. Dover Utilities Commission (DUC) and Abatement Review Teamd. May attend other organizations or committees as required to support the goals of the Department or in place of other Community Services staff.3) Performs, or directs staff to perform, the following tasks as required to support ongoing capital projects, annual regulatory compliance reporting, and day to day Community Services operations : a. Oversee the design and preparation of project documents (studies, plans, specifications, and opinions of costs) for various capital projects.b. Research records, maps and other data to obtain such typical engineering data such as location of sewer stubs, water mains, drainage, hydrants, zoning district designations or special property assessments.c. Assist in the preparation and maintenance of sanitary sewer, water, stormwater, street system maps, data bases, as-built, and other comprehensive engineering and infrastructure records and plans.d. Assist in the selection and prioritization of projects for the annual Capital Improvement Project program. Tasks include developing opinions of cost, project descriptions, and supporting documentation on each project.e. Attend and host meetings with the design consultants and contractors.f. Maintain budget tracking spreadsheets for adherence to Council approved budgetsg. Wet weather inspections and clearing of drainage catch basin grates, if required.h. Coordinate with abutters to obtain tree waivers, temporary easements, and permanent easements to complete the projecti. Coordinate with Media Services, including preparing documents for public outreach, to provide project updatesj. Coordinate with City Attorney’s office for various project related correspondences.k. Coordinate submittals, and Request for Information, as neededl. Draft and calculate field notes to document quantities, alignment, grade and locations according to project plans or to document monthly and final progress estimates.m. Prepare routine, cyclical and special records and reports of all activities, hours worked, and projects.n. Prepare or review consultant construction cost estimates by calculating dimensions, profile specifications, and quantities of materials. Cost estimation preparation requires general knowledge of engineering principals and current market conditions for the construction industry.o. Coordinate with the Finance Department on the development of Request for Proposals, Qualifications, or Bids.p. Review proposals, qualifications, and construction bids and prepare recommendation to award based on lowest responsible bids, competency of vendors and consultants, and the selection criteria.q. Lead Project Manager for the design and construction of capital construction projects. Duties in this capacity include the review and comment on all project invoices to ensure conformance with approved City Council budget allocations.r. Observe construction sites to determine conformance of sites to design specifications and to ensure that construction meet City minimum standards and project specifications.s. Perform a variety of office related functions, including preparing permits, correspondence, maps, presentation materials, brochures, reducing field notes, printing materials, answering phones, and responding to inquiries from contractors, developers, property owners, staff, and the general public.t. Prepare federal and state grant applications involving public works engineering; meet with and exchanges correspondence with federal, state and other municipal personnel.u. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with public and private organizations, elected and appointed officials, City department heads, City employees, consultants, and the general public.v. Familiar with and executes safe work procedures associated with assigned work.w. Review and provide comments for private development projects (plans, specs, reports, studies, etc.) for compliance with codes, regulations, and standards, adequacy of applications for permits and compliance with approved plans.x. Review and provide comment on proposed regulations from various regulatory agencies (NHDES, EPA, etc.)y. Review applications for utility permits, street use permits, franchise utility permits, etc. Issue routine permits.z. Prepare traffic, utility and other studies and reports.aa. May assume duties and responsibilities of City Engineer, Environmental Project Manager, or Engineering Technician, when necessary.bb. Familiar with and executes safe work procedures associated with assigned work.cc. Review, evaluate, and respond to public comments received through the City’s Service Call platform and assigned to Engineering. Evaluation of comments may require field visits.dd. Draft standard operating procedures as assigned by the City Engineer for approval by Community Service Division Heads.ee. Perform other related duties as required.KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS : Thorough knowledge of the principles of civil engineering particularly as applied to the design and construction of highways, drainage, water, sewer and other public works facilities. Considerable knowledge of modern construction and maintenance techniques and materials; knowledge of green infrastructure storm water practices including design, performance and regulation; ability to set up and solve complicated engineering problems; ability to conduct engineering research work and to write technical reports; ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with employees, city, state, and federal officials, consultants and contractors; ability to multi-task and have flexibility in arranging daily schedule.EDUCATION / LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor's degree with major course work in Civil Engineering, plus 10-15 years progressively responsible experience in the practice of civil engineering; OR any equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities including project management. Must possess valid motor vehicle operator’s license. Professional Engineer Licensure in NH required (Civil or Environmental Engineering). Preference may be given for Local Public Agency (LPA) Certification for managing and overseeing federal aid for transportation related project. The applicant will be required to obtain certification as an LPA within six months after hire. Valid motor vehicle operator license required. ASSISTANT ENGINEER JOB SUMMARY : Performs engineering design, planning, and layout work for civil engineering related projects such as utility and transportation construction. Other duties include; roadway, environmental, stormwater, and other community development projects and capital programs. Assists the Deputy City Engineer in application of principles, methods, and techniques of civil engineering technology. Responsibilities include supervision, construction oversight, preparation and coordination of plans, specifications, reports, estimate, field studies, and surveys. This is a full-time, 40 hour per week non-exempt position. $37.70 to $54.60 per hour.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Except as specifically noted, the following functions are considered essential to this position. The listed examples may not include all duties found in this class) : 1) Assist the City Engineering Staff with tasks to support their Engineering related capital projects including but not necessarily limited to the following : a. Annual Street Pavement Programb. Annual Sidewalk Improvements Programc. Signalized Intersection Management Programd. Street Reconstruction Projectse. Water Service Line Inventoryf. Sewer connection and septic permit reviewg. Utility Reconstruction Projectsh. Environmental Projects2) Design and prepare plans and specifications for various capital projects including, but not necessarily limited to, those for the following Departments : Planning, Community Services, and Recreation.3) Review project specifications and confer with Deputy City Engineer and / or City Engineer concerning assistance required such as plan preparation, acceptance testing, and evaluation of field conditions, design changes, and reports.4) Review engineering plans and specifications, coordinate required advertising for bids, review construction bids and make necessary recommendations based on lowest and best bids, competency of vendors and consultants, and the selection criteria.5) Prepare construction cost estimates by calculating dimensions, profile specifications, and quantities of materials.6) Research records, maps and other data to obtain such typical engineering data such as location of sewer stubs, water mains, hydrants, etc. and zoning district designations or special property assessments.7) Survey project sites to obtain and analyze topographical details of sites.8) Draft and calculate field notes to document quantities, alignment, grade and locations according to project plans or to document monthly and final progress estimates.9) Take detailed meeting notes and prepare notes for distribution.10) Conduct observations of active construction sites to determine conformance of site to design specifications and to ensure that construction and repair of transportation, water, wastewater, and stormwater systems meet control requirements.11) Attend various committees or organizational meetings as staff liaison in the absence of the City Engineer, Deputy City Engineer, Environmental Project Manager, or Facilities Project Manager.12) Assist in the preparation and maintenance of sanitary sewer, water, stormwater, street system maps, data bases, as-built, and other comprehensive engineering and infrastructure records and plans.13) Perform a variety of office related functions, including preparing permits, correspondence, maps, presentation materials, brochures, reducing field notes, printing materials, answering phones and responding to inquiries from contractors, developers, property owners, staff, and the general public.14) Review applications for utility permits, street use permits, franchise utility permits, etc. Issue routine permits through the City’s online portal.15) Assist in the review of private project development plans for compliance with codes, regulations, and standards, adequacy of applications for permits and compliance with approved plans.16) Review and evaluate storm water reports. Assist in the evaluation of transportation and traffic impacts of development proposals, permits, rezones, plats, etc.17) Prepare federal and state grant applications and various other permits (i.e. wetlands) for municipal projects; meet with and exchanges correspondence with federal, state and other municipal personnel.18) Provide technical assistance and engineering support to other departments and city personnel.19) Respond to inquiries from contractors, consultants, developers, staff, and the public.20) Assists in development and help maintain guidance documents on use of Best Management Practices (BMPs). 21) Assist in the implementation, administration, and management of Community Services related city ordinances, policies and activities to comply with the MS4 storm water requirements.22) Develop and maintain effective working relationships with public and private organizations, elected and appointed officials, city departments and employees, clients, and the general public.23) May assume duties and responsibilities of Deputy City Engineer or Engineering Technician, when necessary.24) Familiar with and executes safe work procedures associated with assigned work.25) Perform other related duties as required.KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS : Thorough knowledge of the principles of civil engineering particularly as applied to the design and construction of highways, drainage, water, sewer and other public works facilities; considerable knowledge of modern construction and maintenance techniques and materials; knowledge of green infrastructure storm water practices including design, performance and regulation; ability to set up and solve complicated engineering problems; ability to conduct engineering research work and to write technical reports; ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with employees, city, state, and federal officials, consultants and contractors.EDUCATION / LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor's degree with major course work in Civil Engineering, plus 4 years progressively responsible experience in the practice of civil engineering; OR any equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess valid motor vehicle operator’s license. Engineering in training (EIT) certificate required. Professional Engineer preferred or working toward PE licensure. Preference may be given for Local Public Agency (LPA) Certification for managing and overseeing federal aid for transportation related project. Valid motor vehicle operator license required. ENGINEER JOB SUMMARY : Performs entry- to staff-level engineering work in support of municipal infrastructure and capital improvement projects. Work includes design drafting, drainage and stormwater calculations, construction oversight, and preparation of technical reports, plans, and specifications. Provides technical assistance to senior engineering staff, contractors, consult