- Evaluates options and prepares written recommendations for various public works projects including, but not limited to, traffic engineering, stormwater management, streets / roadways, drainage, water treatment, water distribution, wastewater collection, and solid waste improvements;
- Under the direction of a professional engineer, prepares design plans, specifications, contract documents, and cost estimates for public works construction and maintenance projects;
- Administers construction / maintenance contracts by performing on-site inspections, specification interpretations and field adjustments, and overall project coordination with contractors, utilities, and departments;
- Coordinates work of technical and clerical staff in the completion of plans and specifications, collection of field survey data, and field inspections;
- Reviews, responds to, and resolves citizen inquiries or complaints regarding City services, construction projects or municipal public works problems;
- Performs difficult engineering computations such as determining quantities, horizontal and vertical roadway layouts, grading plans, water & wastewater designs, etc.;
- Prepares and administers TDOT local programs transportation grants and agreements;
- May oversee work of drafters, technicians, and / or survey crews;
- Inspects or oversees the inspection of public and/or private construction projects;
- Works overtime as required;
- Subject to call-in for specified emergencies;
- Reports to work as scheduled and on time, even under inclement weather conditions.
OTHER DUTIES PERFORMED - Develops schedules, reviews work and makes recommendations on city projects;
- Performs field surveying and drafting duties;
- Reviews and approves public works improvements constructed in residential, commercial, and industrial developments;
- Oversees the maintenance of records;
- Provides information to developers and their engineers, architects, planners, and contractors regarding engineering and public works matters;
- Prepares technical reports and studies and gives presentations of same;
- Assists other Department staff in the performance of their jobs;
- Participates on various employee teams as assigned;
- Performs related work as required;
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in civil or environmental engineering. NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES - Ability to prioritize, plan, schedule and manage multiple assignments/projects;
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret written communications;
- Ability to respond to verbal inquiries from management, staff, and customers;
- Ability to effectively present information verbally and/or in writing;
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications;
- Ability to express ideas clearly, concisely, and convincingly;
- Ability to prepare concise and effective records, reports, and correspondence;
- General knowledge of the basic theories, principles, and practices of civil engineering;
- General knowledge of current practices in the design and construction of municipal public works facilities;
- General knowledge of the use of tools and equipment associated with engineering work;
- General knowledge of computer-aided drafting and design and electronic surveying equipment;
- General knowledge of the laws and regulations pertaining to public works design and construction;
- Ability to ensure adherence to construction plans and specifications;
- Ability to make and check relatively difficult engineering computations;
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions;
- Ability to learn new procedures and to apply the same to a variety of tasks;
- Ability to analyze engineering problems and recommend solutions;
- Ability to plan, assign, and review the work of others;
- Ability to establish and maintain relationships with persons from a variety of demographic, cultural, and educational backgrounds;
- Skilled in all aspects of customer service.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS - Possession of an Engineer Intern certificate issued by the Tennessee Board of Architectural and Engineering Examiners;
- Level I certification by the State of Tennessee in Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control (EPSC) or the ability to obtain the same within six (6) months of employment;
- Level II EPSC certification by the State of Tennessee or the ability to obtain the same within eighteen (18) months of employment;
- Local Government Guidelines Manual & Right-of-Way Training and first level TDOT Construction Engineering Inspection Course within twelve (12) months of employment;
- Successful completion of Professional Engineer exam within six (6) years of employment;
- Possession of other certifications identified by the Department Director;
- Possession of a valid appropriate driver's license issued by the State of Tennessee.
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