Civil Engineers jobs in California

Under general supervision, performs professional and technical engineering work involving the research, design and construction of public works, storm and wastewater utility projects; performs analytical professional engineering and technical assignments in support of City construction and development projects; serves as the City’s project manager; assists with managing the City’s Capital Improvement Program; applies for grants; assists with environmental compliance, when necessary; prepares regulatory reports; provides assistance to the public on Public Works related matters; and performs related duties as assigned.

The duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

Reviews drawings and details of construction and implementation plans, prepares contract specifications;
Administers consultant and construction contracts;
Prepares cost estimates, monitors project and budget expenses, calculates plan check fees, sends out and monitors status of plan check reviews packages with consultants;
Conducts inspections of public and private developments to verify that work progress is proceeding according to plan;
Assists and provides technical guidance to inspectors by studying field problems and incorporating design revisions during grading and construction phases on the basis of site inspections;
Solicits and tracks status of proposals and contracts from consultants and contractors related to the completion of public works projects;
Administers tasks in support of engineering construction projects and verifies tasks are being completed on schedule;
Coordinates and assists inspectors, consultants, and contractors hired for specialized testing, surveys and work; assists in hydraulic capacity studies of sanitary collection system and storm drain, by collecting field data, performing record research, and assisting in analyzing hydraulic model results;
Reviews and assures compliance with current environmental laws and regulations; Performs other related tasks as necessary to support the Engineering Division and the Public Works Department;
Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities related to the Engineering Division including land development, traffic, capital improvement projects, public works inspection, and special projects;
Plans, organizes, evaluates, and participates in the functions and activities of the Engineering Division including capital improvement projects, subdivision and cooperative projects, transportation/traffic planning, and program planning for the future public works needs of the community;
Assists with special projects as assigned;
Assists with the preparation of the Capital Improvement Program;
Reviews and prepares or approves plans and specifications, designs, environmental documents, reports, and studies;
Locates and obtains funding sources for public projects;
Calculates the quantity, quality, and cost of materials related to public works projects;
Ensures conformance with contract plans, specifications, and applicable codes;
Recommends approval of progress payments;
Recommends approval of change orders as needed;
Maintains records, field notes, reports, maps, plots, deeds, easements, benchmarks, monuments, and other survey and engineering information;
Works with outside public and private agencies to obtain public improvements desired by the City;
Coordinates Engineering Division activities with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations;
Provides information to the public;
Responds to and resolves difficult citizen inquiries and complaints.

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

This class reports to the Senior Engineer or as directed by the Public Works Director.

Knowledge of:

General principles and practices of public works engineering, design, construction, and standards and practices including civil, structural, and traffic engineering;
“Greenbook” Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction;
Methods, materials, and techniques used in the construction of public works projects;
Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations;
Recent developments and current literature and sources of information regarding civil and structural engineering;
Investigative techniques;
Basic functions of related regulatory agencies and organizations;
Principles of record keeping;
Test reporting procedures;
Principles of business computer user applications such as GIS and CAD;
Principles and practices of project management.

Skills/Abilities to:

Analyze problems and identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals or objectives;
Ensure program compliance with federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations;
Interpret and apply federal, state, and local policies, laws, codes, procedures, and regulations;
Apply effective inspection and sampling techniques;
Identify common storm water pollutants and possible sources;
Operation of various sampling equipment;
Maintain and update records;
Respond to public record requests;
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, to and before public and private groups and organizations;
Prepare, review, and approve specifications, comprehensive technical reports, contracts, plans, and estimates for pertinent projects;
Estimate time, costs, and economic factors involved in engineering projects;
Review engineering plans;
Assist with preparation of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) including the budget;
Coordinate public works project contracts;
Establish and maintain effective relationships with other administrative and elected officials, contractors, engineers, and the general public;
Address public concerns, problems, or questions with diplomacy and tact; and
Work cooperatively in an economically, socially, and ethnically pluralistic environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and visit various City sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 50 pounds.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or a closely related field is required. Three (3) or more years of progressively responsible professional engineering experience is required.

LICENSES
Possession of a valid California driver license and proof of insurability is required. Possession of a Professional Civil Engineer License in the State of California with good standing is highly desirable.

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