City engineer, Civil Engineering

The City Engineer performs professional engineering work by applying advanced engineering and supervisory principles across various disciplines, including civil, structural, water resources, traffic, and contract administration. Responsibilities include planning, developing, programming, designing, and implementing municipal projects. This role requires the application of a comprehensive range of engineering practices and principles to support the city's infrastructure and development goals.

• Manages various capital improvement projects from conceptual design through construction, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Prepares and oversees the creation of plans, specifications, and cost estimates for bidding and construction phases.
• Conducts project inspections to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, and construction standards.

• Prepares bid documents, evaluates contractor proposals, and develops recommendations for award of contracts to the Board of Aldermen.
• Negotiates contracts and amendments within defined budget constraints.
• Administers construction contracts, including processing pay estimates, change orders, and resolution of requests for information.

• Reviews and approves engineering plans and specifications for municipal projects, ensuring compliance with city codes, ordinances, and adopted engineering standards.
• Coordinates plan reviews with utilities and agencies to resolve conflicts and obtain required permits and approvals.
• Oversees the review of subdivision, commercial, and residential development plans for compliance with city codes, including water, sewer, and storm drainage systems.

• Collaborates with federal, state, county, and utility agencies to facilitate project approvals and permitting.
• Coordinates with consultants, contractors, and internal staff to resolve issues and achieve project goals.
• Provides engineering recommendations and technical support to Community Development staff, other city departments, and the public.

• Supervises inspections of construction materials and installations within the city's right-of-way to ensure quality control.
• Inspects "as-built" stormwater detention basins and drainage easements for compliance with approved plans and reports.
• Directs staff and contractors to ensure adherence to city standards and safety policies.

• Manages regulatory compliance for the city’s MS4 (Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System) Permit, including annual reporting.
• Prepares and updates the city’s 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan and oversees the annual street maintenance program.

• Reviews impact fee assessments for new developments and processes related permits.
• Evaluates stormwater and traffic reports submitted by developers, providing comments and approving final construction plans.

• Assists in the preparation and administration of traffic studies and surveys to address transportation and traffic management needs.
• Provides guidance on traffic-related design elements and solutions.

• Responds to engineering and drainage inquiries from the public in person, by phone, or in writing.
• Assigns staff to investigate complaints and issues or handles matters personally.

• Supervises Engineering Inspector/Technician and collaborates with City inspectors, to ensure enforcement of construction standards and project goals.
• Oversees the work of the city’s on-call engineering firm to ensure adherence to city ordinances and engineering practices.

• Attends Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Aldermen meetings to provide technical expertise and recommendations.
• Prepares memos, ordinances, and intergovernmental agreements related to engineering projects.

• Promotes a culture of safety by adhering to city safety policies and practices, reporting unsafe conditions, and ensuring compliance with the City’s Safety Handbook.

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