Civil Engineer II, (B252220-1), 214, CIP Project Management

Revised : 03 / 06 / 2025

Performs professional civil engineering work to design public improvement projects, review new commercial and residential development project administers construction as project engineer, and acts as overall coordinator between City engineering staff and all other departments, as well as including but not limited to Building Development Services and the One Stop Shop, other agencies, utility companies and contractors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Designs and administers construction of public works improvement projects such as streets, drainage, public buildings, water and sewer distribution systems, recreational, bridges, airports, etc.; directs survey crews; evaluates field data; develops concept plan; coordinates construction with various agencies, including other departments and utility companies; finalizes designs; prepares cost estimates; review and analyzes bids to commend award of contracts; reviews contractor invoices and approves for payment; makes periodic site visits to assess progress and make changes to plans as needed; negotiates costs with contractors; and assures that all public works projects are performed in compliance with plans and specifications. Downloads and processes survey data collected by the survey crew plan.
• Reviews plans, specifications, cut sheets, changes orders in design by consulting engineers for all city construction projects; checks for correct quantities, street grade design, storm drainage design, latest correct specifications utilization; communicates with consultant regarding reviews; monitors the construction of the project, reviews change orders and closes out the project when construction is completed; ensures that all projects are kept within budget and that all alternatives have been explored to determine the best design.
• Calculates bearings with distances; calculates areas for tracts of land; checks for closure on these tracts and prepares metes and bounds descriptions of land which are targeted to become land acquisitions, land annexations or land to be designated as drainage / utility easement.
• Reviews surveying consultants' work by checking for correct traverse closures, correct area for tracts of land and correct working of metes and bounds descriptions.
• Prepares progress reports on ongoing construction projects assigned.
• Assigns and reviews work of surveyors and drafters assigned to projects.
• Manage and oversee City infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and alignment with municipal goals.
• Lead the design and implementation of projects for parks, economic development, and environmental initiatives
• Coordinate with City departments to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of :

Skills and Abilities :

WORK ENVIRONMENT / CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements

Position will have the following exposures

Work Environment Locations

Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments

Sometimes

Frequently

Exposures

Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

Seldom

Sometimes

Often

Travel

Position will require the employee to travel

Often

Sometimes

Seldom

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited

At least one (1) year of experience in the practice of civil, mechanical, chemical engineering, or related engineering field.

Required Licenses or Certifications

Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) License is required. ( Copy of P.E. License must be attached to the application)

Valid Texas Driver License.

If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions / positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and / or test if applicable.

City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.

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