Civil Engineer

Position Details**

Position Information

**Posting Number**2025365

**Position Title**Civil Engineer

**Position #**7077

**FLSA**Exempt

**Classification Type**Professional

**Department**Engineering Services

**Job Type**Full Time

**Work Schedule**

Monday-Friday; 8am-5pm

**Hiring Pay Rate**$75,000-$90,000/year (depending on qualifications)

**Posting Opening Date**03/12/2025

Posting Closing Date

**Job Summary**

Professional civil engineering position requiring the capability of independent and complex analysis in providing engineering services to the City of Bryan, including project management for Capital Improvement Project delivery.

**Essential Job Functions**

Provides team leadership in the preparation of plans, contract documents, and specifications; acts as Engineer of Record for projects designed.

Serves as project manager on engineering contracts for special studies and/or project design, and on issues relating to modifications or amendments to public policy issues.

Estimates cost of proposed projects to aid in determining priorities, and project feasibility, and to ensure orderly disbursement of public funds.

Participates in master planning infrastructure needs for the City.

Reviews development proposals for compliance with city regulations and communicate these regulations to developers.

Reviews and approves engineering designs, reports, plans, and specifications for drainage and infrastructure improvements for public and development projects.

Performs related duties as required.

Responds regularly and promptly to work.

**Minimum Qualifications**

Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering plus at least six (6) years of professional in design and/or management of capital improvement projects for public infrastructure (water, sewer, streets, drainage); OR a Masters degree plus at least four (4) years of experience as listed above; OR a PhD plus at least two (2) years of experience as listed above.

Equivalent combinations of education, experience, certification, and training ,may be considered.

**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:**

The principles and practices of professional civil engineering and construction of municipal engineering projects.

Land development, land surveying, and laws/ordinances pertaining to transportation.

Modern principles and practices of stormwater and floodplain management including related federal, state, and local ordinances, laws and regulations.

The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and the Community Rating System.

FEMAs LOMA, LOMR-F, and CLOMR processes.

Stormwater computer modeling software such as HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, EPASWMM, XPSWMM StormCAD, and other relevant hydrology and hydraulic software used to prepare flood studies and designs for stormwater systems.

Safety standards, procedures, and precautions utilized in emergency response activities.

**Ability to:**

Learn department functions, regulations, policies, and procedures as required to complete tasks and assignments.

Read, write, interpret, and review technical specifications, schematics, and diagrams.

Perform the field investigation, design, and manage the construction of municipal engineering projects.

Anticipate, identify, and effectively resolve various issues and problems.

Exercise considerable initiative, sound judgment, and collaborative skills.

Maintain a high degree of organization, with attention to detail and accuracy.

Handle a high level of customer interaction in person and by phone.

Work independently and/or in a team environment and maintain a professional demeanor.

Handle multiple tasks, prioritize and organize work assignments, and meet established deadlines.

Use spreadsheet and word processing applications (Microsoft Word/PowerPoint/Excel/Outlook) to prepare clear and concise presentations, reports, forms, and other written materials.

Perform a variety of clerical/administrative tasks, such as responding to phone c lls, data entry, and maintaining records/files.

Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information, records, or issues.

Attend after-hour meetings (City Council, boards, commissions, homeowner associations, etc.) and advise on job-related issues as needed.

Demonstrate satisfactory work performance and attendance.

Comply with City and departmental policies and procedures.

Provide management with sound, positive advice, and information concerning the area of responsibility.

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work and communicate effectively with the public and other required entities.

**Skills:**

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy.

Strong public contact and customer service skills.

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Strong personal computer skills, with the ability to utilize Microsoft Office and any job-specific software such as GIS systems and digital plan review systems.

**Licenses, Certifications and Special Requirements**

Texas Class C drivers license with a good driving record as measured by the Citys evaluation system.

Registration as a licensed professional engineer in the State of Texas or have the ability to gain reciprocity within one (1) year of hire.

**Physical Demands**

Physical demands include but are not limited to: sitting, talking, hearing, seeing, standing, walking, twisting, bending, kneeling, stooping, driving, using hands and fingers to operate office equipment and machines, and occasionally lifting and/or moving objects up to and including 25 pounds.

**Working Conditions**

Work is performed primarily in an office setting or a well-lighted and temperature-controlled working environment.

Occasional outdoor fieldwork (around creeks, drainage ways, etc.) is required to gather data and information for designs and to supervise construction activities. While in the field, there will be exposure to inclement weather, temperature extremes, wet/humid conditions, noise, rough/uneven terrain, dirt, dust, pollen, fumes, odors, and/or other irritating airborne particles.

**Equipment**

Work shall be performed with tools, appliances, and equipment approved by those agencies and bodies that have control, authority, or approval of the design working ranges or limitations of those items; the employee has the responsibility to conform to those ranges and limitations.

Equipment may include but is not limited to: multi-line telephone, computer, printer, fax, copier, scanner, calculator, and vehicle.

Primary software used includes: ESRI ArcGIS Desktop (ArcMap, ArcCatalog, ArcReader), Autodesk (AutoCAD, AutoCAD LT, Civil 3D), and Bentley (Microstation).

Other software used includes: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access.

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Additional Notes/Instructions for Applicants**

This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. City management has exclusive rights to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not c