Associate Civil Engineer

Summary Effective July 1, 2025 Salary Increase 3% $94,628.29- $115,021.27 DEFINITION

Under direction, performs a diverse range of professional engineering duties in support of an assigned program area which may include, but is not limited to, capital improvement projects, development services, and public works infrastructure; prepares and/or participates in the preparation and review of preliminary and final engineering plans, cost estimates, cost analysis studies, specifications, and schedules; performs complex engineering mathematical calculations including hydraulics, mechanical, and structural calculations; quality controls the engineering designs performed by consulting engineers for the City; performs plan checks of development plans and plans submitted by private developers; provides technical support to management in assigned engineering program area; acts as project manager for public works construction projects; and performs related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises technical and functional direction over and provides training to lower-level staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is the fully qualified journey level classification and is responsible for independently providing professional support to the City's civil engineering programs.Positions at this level exercise judgment and initiative in their assigned tasks, receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Essential Functions / Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Performs responsible and demanding engineering and project management work in Public Works; performs a variety of administrative engineering functions.
• Prepares plans and specifications for the design, construction, and maintenance/operation of a variety of public works facilities and projects, including street, storm drain, storm water management, and traffic/transportation systems; ensures conformance to federal, state, and local legal requirements and professional engineering design practices.
• Prepares and/or participates in the preparation and review of preliminary and final engineering plans, cost estimates, cost analysis studies, specifications, and schedules for public works projects; plans include, but are not limited to, demolition, grading, street improvement, storm drains, traffic control, erosion control, and irrigation.
• Plans, coordinates, and supervises the environmental review, plan checking, and conditional approval of tentative maps, and related street improvement plans for various private development projects.
• Researches project design requirements and performs related calculations; prepares time and material cost estimates, especially as related to existing or anticipated project budgets; assists in the preparation of department annual budget estimates.
• Prepares and administers contracts for engineering services; determines scope of projects; prepares requests for proposals; conducts pre-bid and pre-construction conferences; provides input into the selection process; and directs the work of contracted service providers.
• Serves as project manager on assigned engineering and construction projects; analyzes and resolves design and engineering issues; settles disputes and issues with inspectors, engineers, and contractors; conducts negotiations for change orders; prepares contract modifications for change orders; coordinates relocation/adjustments of existing utilities for projects.
• Coordinates public works construction improvements with utility companies and other agencies including relocation, removal, and/or installation of utility improvements.
• Performs a variety of engineering calculations on assigned projects.
• Oversees inspections of civil infrastructure such as roads, water, sewer, and storm drains, subdivisions, and grading; may direct and coordinate the work of inspection personnel.
• Reviews subdivision and improvement plans, parcel maps, road and grading plans, and related maps and specifications for accuracy and conformance to established engineering practices and mandated regulations.
• Meets with contractors, engineers, developers, architects, a variety of outside agencies, and the general public in acquiring information and coordinating engineering matters; provides information regarding City capital project requirements.
• Provides information to the public and resolves questions and complaints regarding the interpretation and application of relevant codes, rules, and regulations relating to traffic and construction.
• Observes and complies with City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to public works methods, materials, and techniques used in the construction of complex public works projects including water, storm water, street, and traffic systems design.
• Methods and techniques of conducting comprehensive inspections on infrastructure projects.
• Principles and practices of capital improvement program budgeting, cost estimation, funding, project management, and contract administration.
• Principles and practices of project management.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Principles and practices of environmental impact assessment and related regulatory processes for assigned projects.
• Contract management practices in a public agency setting.
• Practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting effective staff reports.
• Principles of advanced mathematics and their application to engineering work.
• General principles of risk management related to engineering project design and construction.
• City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Drafting and mapping principles and techniques.
• Recent and on-going developments, current literature, and sources of information related to the engineering, development, and construction fields.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Techniques for effectively representing the City in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
• The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.

Ability to:

• Perform a variety of professional engineering duties in support of the City's capital improvement projects.
• Prepare complex engineering computations and check, design, and oversee the preparation of various engineering plans and reports.
• Utilize advanced engineering techniques to determine grade, drainage, and potential traffic requirements.
• Prepare accurate estimates of costs, schedules, personnel resources, and perform other similar activities related to project management.
• Perform project management responsibilities.
• Gather, analyze, and interpret a variety of complex technical data.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise the environmental review, plan checking, and conditional approval of tentative maps, and related street improvement plans for various private development projects.
• Prepare specifications, reports, correspondence, plans, plats, petitions, diagrams, profiles and cross sections, and material and cost estimates, utility, and drainage improvements.
• Read and interpret maps, plans, sketches, schematics, diagrams, and blueprints.
• Serve as project manager on engineering and construction projects.
• Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems; make and keep accurate construction project files and logs, including funding sources and budgeting.
• Coordinate public works construction improvements with the utility companies and other agencies such as relocation, removal, or installation of utility improvements.
• Manage capital improvement projects from the planning through the construction phases including compliance with project specifications, quality, timeline, and budget.
• Oversee and coordinate the work of contracted service providers.
• Oversee and/or conduct comprehensive construction project inspections.
• Analyze, interpret, summarize, and present administrative and technical information and data in an effective manner.
• Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed.
• Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports.
• Effectively represent the department and the City in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations and in meetings with individuals.
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education:
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or related field.

Experience:
Three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional civil engineering program experience.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of a valid California Driver's License to be maintained throughout employment.