Senior Civil Engineer

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Performs advanced work in the areas of civil

engineering under direction of the Engineering Manager; AutoCAD and

Civil 3D computer design work on the development of road, intersection,

and bridge construction plans, field construction grade staking, and

inspection; topographic surveying; develops and inspects stormwater

management plans and field practices; and carries out traffic studies

for intersection improvement project design. Serve as project

engineer/manager for both in-house and outside highway projects.

Complete tasks that may require assistance to the Engineering Manager

coordinating with and providing direction to county employees, outside

contractors, utilities, land owners, residents, etc. Essential Duties

Manages and administers design and construction projects within the

engineering division. Responsible for highway design and construction

plans, specifications, contractor documents, surveying, and project

management. Conducts traffic engineering studies on highways and

intersections based on existing and projected volume, capacity, accident

data, access control and all available resources. Conducts manual and

mechanical impulse traffic volume counts; compiles traffic accident

data. Manages access control, driveway permits, building and sign

set-backs and use of highway by utilities. Reviews and approves the

plans and specifications for design and construction projects by

consultants. Performs AutoCAD and Civil 3D computer design work on the

development of construction plans for roadway, bridge, intersection,

parking lot, and bicycle/pedestrian trail improvement projects

(construction plans include: plan and profile sheets, standard detail

sheets, quantities and cross-sections). Prepares engineering plans,

specifications, cost estimates and budgets for projects. Administers and

coordinates the development of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

(WisDNR) required stormwater management plans for construction projects;

develops, files and coordinates WisDNR stormwater management and wetland

impact permits; inspects erosion control field devices to ensure

compliance with WisDNR regulations and stormwater management plans.

Inspects, assists, and directs the highway crew workers, contractors and

utility workers in carrying out road, intersection and bridge

construction work; calculates field quantities and compares to the

contractor invoices for payment; develops and coordinates, with

Engineering Manager, construction change orders; makes field decisions

on utility conflicts and construction project traffic control for worker

and motorist safety. Assists the Engineering Manager regarding road

construction material cost and quantity calculations and estimates;

assists other county departments on the development of plans and cost

estimates on road, parking lot, and drainage pond projects. Prepares

cost estimates for major road and bridge construction projects. Prepares

and reviews detailed highway design investigation reports, per Wisconsin

Department of Transportation (WisDOT) regulations on wetland impact,

environmental impact, archeological and historical surveys, pavement

design, underground soil contamination, utility coordination and

relocation, and railroad crossings. Prepares exhibits for and presents

project information at public meetings, local official meetings, and

business meetings. Assists the Engineering Manager with federal and

state funding applications for bridge and roadway improvement projects.

Prepares and reviews contracts with designers, contractors, and

suppliers. Contract and coordinator for Towns that require Engineering

services and technical assistance. Oversees, directs and teaches summer

engineering interns. Determines use and designs intersection controls

including roundabouts and traffic signals. Assists the Engineering

Manager with road closure and detour notifications. Assists the

Engineering Manager in se uring aggregate and asphaltic material needed

for producing asphalt. Coordinates with engineering consultants for

various asphalt related testing, including density tests, testing of

aggregates, asphalt quality, and is responsible for technical assistance

with troubleshooting. Responsible for reporting and obtaining annual and

semi-annual permitting with the WisDNR and the Wisconsin Division of

Trade and Consumer Protection (WDATCD) in relation to the Asphalt Plant.

Assists the Senior Planner in developing, administering, and providing

technical assistance with the WisDNR municipal storm water permit.

Assist in access control, driveway permits, building and sign set-backs,

and use of highway by utilities. Performs related functions as assigned.

\*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Working knowledge of the

modern principles and practices of civil engineering, especially in the

areas of highway design and traffic engineering. Extensive knowledge of

computerized department program software, internet access, and database,

spreadsheet and word processing programs. Detailed knowledge of project

management requirements, timelines, and tools. Ability to utilize word

processing, database and spreadsheet programs. Working knowledge of

highway construction and drainage construction, survey methods,

materials, maintenance, and equipment. Working knowledge of the laws,

codes, and regulations pertaining to the construction of roadways.

Working knowledge of the procedures and practices applied in the

inspection of work and materials used in highway construction. Ability

to make complex mathematical computations, and to use surveying,

drafting, and electronic calculating equipment. Ability to analyze data,

research information, and compile the results into detailed

recommendations. Ability to read construction plans and to interpret

specifications. Ability to keep accurate and detailed records and field

notes, and to write detailed technical reports. Ability to establish and

maintain effective public and working relations. Ability to communicate

effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to work required hours

of the position. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: