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    Project Engineer - Grand Rapids, United States - City of Grand Rapids

    City of Grand Rapids
    City of Grand Rapids Grand Rapids, United States

    1 week ago

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    Description


    The purpose of this job is to provide project management, operational, design, procedural, inspection and engineering support for a variety of department engineering projects and programs.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

    The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job.

    Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
    Serves as project manager on engineering project; oversees and monitors the work of contracting engineers
    Plans and designs streets, sewer, highway, water treatment and water distribution systems, bridge or building construction projects; defines scope of work to be done and requests necessary surveys and soil borings; estimates quantities and costs of such projects
    Prepares specifications and contract work orders; makes complex computations; makes time and material cost estimates
    Inspects and supervises inspection of street, sewer, highway, water treatment and distribution systems, bridge or building construction; reviews contractors' requests for payment
    Acts as liaison with consulting engineers, contractors, suppliers, other city departments and other government agencies on technical matters related to assigned projects
    Supervises lower level engineers, draftspersons, and engineering support personnel in drawing plans, writing specifications, making preliminary and construction layout surveys, and inspecting construction work in process and on completion for adherence to plans and specifications, and for quality of materials and workmanship
    Administers programs specific area of assignment
    Performs a variety of investigative and public relations work related to public works and engineering activities
    Performs related work as required
    Required Education and Experience
    Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

    • AND
    At least three (3) years of experience in the practice of Civil Engineering related to area of assignment

    • OR
    Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities
    Required Licenses or Certifications

    Fundamentals of Engineering (F.E.) Certification
    S-4 or S-3 Water Operators license (or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire)
    Preferred Licenses of Certifications

    Professional Engineer's License
    Stormwater Certification - Construction Site Inspections
    SESC Comprehensive Stormwater

    Certification
    Industrial Stormwater Operator

    Certification
    Construction Stormwater Operator

    Certification
    Soil Erosion Plan Review and Design Certification

    Knowledge of:
    Principles and practices of basic bookkeeping
    Principles and practices of civil, engineering, and topographic surveying
    Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment
    Modern methods and techniques as applied to the design, construction, and maintenance of public works
    Land Use Development Permitting (LUDS)
    Construction Plan Review – site design
    City purchasing process
    Construction practices and requirements
    Water system facilities
    Standard operating procedures for facility inspection
    Hydraulics – engineering design principles and practices
    Water distribution system

    Skill in:
    Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships
    Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
    Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios
    Assigning, prioritizing, monitoring, and reviewing work assignments
    Use of drafting and surveying instruments
    Risk analysis for asset management
    Analysis of GIS data
    Deductive reasoning, information monitoring and troubleshooting
    Customer service

    Ability to:
    Meet schedules and deadlines of the work
    Understand and carry out oral and written directions
    Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
    Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
    Adapt approved engineering methods and standards to the design and construction of a variety of public works projects
    Perform technical research work and to give reliable advice on difficult engineering problems
    Supervise important civil engineering projects
    Organize engineering data and to present findings and recommendations clearly
    Review lease agreements
    Plan future improvements, upgrades or restoration
    Communicate with contractors
    Use field engineering calculations to locate operational issues
    Understand and evaluate engineering data
    Evaluate complex engineering problems

    We offer:
    Medical, Dental, and Vision starting on Day 1
    6% employee 401a contribution with employer matching (6% or 7% based on bargaining unit)
    Employee & Employer contributions to Retiree Health Savings Account
    Voluntary benefits such as term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, accidental insurance, disability insurance, and deferred compensation plan options
    Twelve Paid Holidays
    Paid Vacation and Sick Time
    Paid parking (if applicable)
    Employee Home Ownership Incentive
    Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities
    Paid Parental Leave
    Employee Assistance Program with free mental health counseling
    Comprehensive Wellness program with a health and wellness incentive
    Employee Discounts and Perks
    Should an applicant need any disability related accommodation or other consideration in the application or selection process, please notify the human resources department upon submittal of application


    The City of Grand Rapids does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

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