Principal/Senior Civil Engineer - Rancho Cucamonga, United States - City of Rancho Cucamonga

Description

WHY WORK FOR RC ENGINEERING?

The Engineering Services Department consists of five separate sections, Capital Management, Environmental Programs, Land Development & Public Works Inspection, Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Utility, and Transportation, with a total of forty-one (41) staff spanning various roles.

From its earliest days, the City of Rancho Cucamonga was dubbed the "City with a Plan" and over the past forty years, we have been creating a World Class Community.

So, what does this have to do with engineering? Everything Engineering is more than simply building and maintaining roads, it's about providing the built environment that is the context for the people and the places of our lives.

As we move into our fifth decade as a City, we are continuing to build a World Class Community for our children and grandchildren to enjoy.

One that takes the best parts of our past and continues growing and reimagining itself for the future.

We are excited to have the opportunity to play a big part in what is coming next for our community.

Whether it is through high quality design and construction of the built environment, by ensuring that our environment stays clean and sustainable, or by providing reliable utility services to residents and businesses.

The City of Rancho Cucamonga is currently hiring for one Principal Engineer and one Senior Civil Engineer position.


THE POSITIONS

Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? We are currently seeking dynamic individuals to join our dedicated team in key management and technical roles within our department.

Reporting directly to the Deputy Director of Engineering Services, the Principal Engineer and Senior Civil Engineer positions offer the chance to make a significant impact and operate with a high degree of autonomy.

The Principal Engineer is a management level position responsible for supervision and oversight of the Capital Management Section, consisting of three (3) Associate Engineers and four (4) Assistant Engineers (a total of seven staff members).

The Principal Engineer will also be a key part of the Department's Leadership Team, helping to inform and guide Department strategic goals and decisions.

We are looking for someone who is eager to manage our smart and ambitious team of engineers The ideal candidate for this role will be well versed in a broad range of engineering skillsets, including but not limited to complex project and contract management, sound cost estimating strategies, creating economies of scale, understanding constructability, and strategic planning.

The Senior Civil Engineer is responsible for bringing a high level of technical expertise to compliment our talented Land Development Team.

You will work alongside two (2) Associate Engineers, two (2) Assistant Engineers, two (2) Engineering Technicians, one (1) Supervising Public Works Inspector, one (1) Public Works Inspector I, and one (1) Public Works Inspector II.

We are looking for someone to be a go to technical expert in all things Land Development and to assist us with identifying efficiencies to improve our process.

The ideal candidate for this role will be well versed in the entitlement process, embodies a facilitation mindset, is constantly looking for ways to improve upon existing processes and asks "why?", and is comfortable taking on large development grading, Water Quality Management Plans (WQMP), signage and striping, and street improvement plan checks.

Capital Management
The Capital Management Section is responsible for the preparation and implementation of the City's Major Projects Program (MPP). This includes the design, construction, and installation of various public improvements throughout the City. Typical projects include street improvements, storm drain construction, railroad crossing improvements, and facility construction or upgrades.

The Capital Management section also manages funding programs related to the implementation of the MPP and other operational functions including Measure I , State Gas Tax and Road Maintenance and Repair Funding, along with State and Federal grants.

Land Development & Public Works Inspection

This Section is responsible for engineering plan check related to private development projects, such as single-family home projects and commercial and industrial development projects, including but not limited to grading, WQMP, and street improvements.

Staff is also responsible for the review and facilitation of development projects through the entitlement process, including the establishment of conditions of approval.

The Section is also in charge of issuing permits and providing oversight through inspection for work occurring in the public right-of-way.

YOUR IMPACT
Notable Projects You May Work On

As part of the Engineering Services team, you'll have the opportunity to be a part of rewarding projects that make a visible impact in our community.

Some of the exciting projects currently underway at the City of Rancho Cucamonga include:

Pavement Management Program Implementation

– A city-wide assessment of pavement condition to be able to best plan for future CIP projects and improve our average Pavement Condition Index (PCI).
Active Transportation Plan and Local Roadway Safety Plan Implementation

– Two separate planning efforts to set the foundation for prioritizing future infrastructure projects for both the City's CIP and future grant applications.
Heritage Park Bridge Replacement

– The combination and reconstruction of three bridges currently servicing pedestrians, equestrians, and vehicles into one bridge to serve all three modes.
Large Scale Private Development Projects

including the Resort Development, Etiwanda Heights, and Multiple Large-Scale Industrial Projects in the Southeast Quadrant of the City.
General Plan Implementation –

Reimagining of street cross-sections along our two largest corridors, and ensuring our vision is communicated to developers to achieve desired quality of life improvements for our community.

Permitting and Plan-Checking Process Improvement

– Help us continue to find efficiencies in our process to help facilitate development and work smarter.
This position might be perfect for you if:

You are a self-motivated leader who enjoys the flexibility of shifting between coordinating a team and detailed project management.
You have a strong background in project management.

You are a team-player with a forward-thinking approach to capital project management and land development processes and a desire to check things off the list.

You enjoy sharing your knowledge with and fostering growth in members of your team.
You tend to find ways to make work processes more efficient and effective.
You are a technically proficient engineer looking to make your next career move.
You are hungry, humble, and smart.

You'll be responsible for:
Knowing Why Being the Best and Leaving an Inheritance
As Principal Engineer, leading and managing a team of seven (7) to complete a variety of complex capital projects.
As Senior Civil Engineer, being a technical expert and resource for the Land Development Section.
Staying informed about required reporting for special funding sources, contract management and changes in codes, laws, or design techniques.
Preparing and delivering reports to various policy making bodies and committees, including City Council.

Working with other Departments, neighboring jurisdictions, and regional agencies to coordinate projects and grant applications to ensure the goals of the City are being met.

As Principal Engineer, advising and coordinating on a variety of strategic planning and management matters as a part of the Department Leadership Team.

For more information regarding these positions, please visit the

Principal Civil Engineer

and

Senior Civil Engineer

job descriptions.

Position Salary Ranges

Principal Engineer:
$9,283 - $12,522 per month

Senior Civil Engineer:
$8,876 - $11,972 per month
Recruitment Timeline
This recruitment is open until filled. First initial review of applications will be March 13, 2024.

Interviews are tentatively scheduled for April 3, 2024.
*All dates are subject to change at the discretion of the personnel officer.

Principal Engineer


Education and/or Experience:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four year college or university with a major in civil engineering or a closely related field and five years of progressively responsible professional experience in civil engineering or a related field, including work in a supervisory or lead capacity.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Civil engineering design, construction, and maintenance requirements for public works and private development projects; surveying, inspection, and construction practices; ordinances, codes, and regulations related to engineering projects; strength, and uses of construction materials; project management practices; budgeting practices; applicable federal and State laws and regulatory codes relevant to civil engineering design and construction; contract administration practices; supervisory methods and leadership techniques; customer service practices.

Manage and coordinate the work of professional, technical, and consulting personnel; interpret and apply laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures pertaining to assigned programs, projects, and functions; read and interpret engineering manuals, specifications, layouts, blueprints, and schematics; analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals; prepare engineering plans and specifications and administer contracts; prepare clear and concise reports and make public presentations; operate computer hardware and use word processing, spreadsheet, and related applications programs; communicate effectively, orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relations with staff, management, contractors, developers, architects, consultants, and the general public.

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Education and/or Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and four years of progressively responsible professional experience, including experience in directing the work of others involved in engineering project activities or any combination of training and experience that provides the desired knowledge and abilities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of engineering principles, methods and practices; project development, design and construction; techniques for reviewing designs, plans, specifications, estimates, reports and recommendations; current trends and developments, literature, and sources of information regarding municipal engineering; related laws, ordinances, rules and regulations.

Ability to plan and coordinate professional and sub-professional engineering work; interpret and apply related laws, ordinances, rules, regulations and policies; prepare and present reports; perform complex professional engineering work; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Both Positions

Special Requirements:

Possession of a certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers.

Possession of or ability to obtain an appropriate California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.


APPLICATION PROCESS:
All applicants are required to apply online at

This recruitment is open until filled

or until a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Applications must be complete and demonstrate that the minimum qualifications are met. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification.

Resumes may be attached to completed application form as supplemental information and will not be accepted in lieu of an official application form.

Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates who best match the needs of the City will be invited to compete further in the examination process.

All candidates will be notified of their application status by email throughout the recruitment process.

Candidates invited to compete in the examination process, who successfully pass the examination process, will be place on an eligibility list.

The candidate on the eligibility list who most closely meets the requirements of the City may be selected to receive a final offer.

The City may conclude that none of the candidates, even those who meet the minimum qualifications, are appropriate for the position.

Successful candidates shall be required to:

Pass a reference and background verification. References will not be contacted until a mutual interest has been established; and

Degree Verification; and

Provide proof of a valid California driver's license and be insurable; and

Pass a pre-employment medical exam ;

If hired, candidate will be required to complete a verification form designated by Immigration and Naturalization Service to certify that they are eligible for employment in the United States of America and furnish proof certifying legal authorization to work in the United States.

The City of Rancho Cucamonga Participates in E-Verify.

Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

In accordance, the City will provide the U.S.

Citizenship and Immigration Services and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

For additional information regarding E- Verify, the Federal Government's online employment eligibility verification system, please visit

Disclaimers

The City of Rancho Cucamonga is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

In addition, the City of Rancho Cucamonga abides by a nepotism policy which may preclude you from being hired if the City employs a relative.

The City of Rancho Cucamonga makes reasonable accommodations for disabled persons, considering each situation on an individual basis. Please make direct requests for accommodation to Human Resources. For information on Employee Rights under the Family and Medical Leave Act, please click

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. There is a no smoking policy in effect in all City Offices and vehicles. Finally, please note that the provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Questions regarding this recruitment may be directed to Human Resources at

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