• 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.