Senior Civil Engineer; Drains

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor of Science
* in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering with a Water Resources emphasis.

AND four (4) years' experience in the civil engineering field.

AND be licensed by the State of Michigan as a Civil Engineer.

OR

Bachelor of Science
* in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering with a Water Resources emphasis.

AND four (4) years' experience in the civil engineering field.

AND four (4) years' experience in a Drain Office.

AND be licensed by the State of Michigan as a Civil Engineer or obtain one within one (1) year of employment.

Bachelor of Science degree must be from an ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) accredited program.

Employees must obtain a valid State of Michigan license as a Civil Engineer within one (1) year from the date of entry into the position. Failure to obtain such certification shall be just cause for termination of employment.

Must be certified as County Soil Erosion Enforcement Agent within one (1) year of employment. Failure to obtain such certification shall be just cause for termination of employment.

Must possess a valid Michigan driver's license.

Must be able to perform Essential Job Duties and Functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Performs highly responsible and technical engineering work for the Drain Commissioner's Office, Surface Water Management Division; reviews, plans and supervises the construction of drainage and storm water management systems and other utilities; responsible for on-the-job control of construction contracts; acts as liaison between consultants, contractors and staff; directs the work of lower level staff; works under the supervision of the Director;

performs related duties as required.

• Plans, organizes and exercises general supervision over construction projects and personnel assigned.
• Carries out preliminary studies.
• Consults with contractors, consultants and staff during project designs and construction.
• Follows construction progress, analyzes change orders, additions or deletions in plans and reviews and passes on preliminary and final reports for construction projects.
• Assists in preparing construction plans for drainage and storm water management systems and other utilities and construction projects.
• Prepares property surveys and other survey data.
• Assists in preparation of construction budgets, cost data and special planning reports for various projects.
• Attends and conducts public hearings.
• Investigates and addresses drainage problems of a non-engineering nature.
• Participates in office administrative and assessment activities.

Please See The Attached Job Description For More Details.