Senior Civil Engineer - Engineering Services, Development Services, & Environmental Services

Summary

Under direction, supervises professional and technical employees in the development, design, construction and maintenance of public works projects or review of engineering designs related to private land development.

Pending Civil Service Exclusion

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares technical reports and reviews comments regarding engineering studies, construction plans, and specifications
• Reviews land development design plans, studies, reports, and permits for compliance with the appropriate code and engineering design standards to recommend acceptance
• Reviews capital project design plans, project specifications, and cost estimates; attends review meetings and identifies and solves design problems
• Coordinates development of project designs with contractors, utility companies, landowners, developers, governmental agencies and the general public
• Provides information regarding drainage/floodplain issues, stormwater permits, roadway plans, traffic studies/warrants, and subdivision platting to County personnel and the general public
• Advises other Public Works sections on matters related to technical engineering issues
• Ensures right-of-way is acquired and coordinates acquisition activities for capital projects
• Attend public meetings to discuss capital projects, development projects, or other Public Works issues
• Conducts field investigations to evaluate engineering challenges and recommend solutions related to development, traffic/transportation, roadway, drainage/floodplain/stormwater, and construction
• Supervises Civil Engineers, Civil Engineering Assistants, and Engineering Technicians
• Assists with the preparation of the division budget
• Performs related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related engineering discipline; six (6) years of civil engineering experience including two (2) years in a lead or supervisory capacity; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must be a Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas
• Must have a valid Class C Texas driver's license
• Considerable knowledge of civil engineering practices and procedures involving traffic, roadway, drainage, and bridge plan design and/or floodplain management
• Skill in managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to supervise technical and skilled employees; ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders such as other staff, constituents, developers, and contractors, both verbally and in writing; ability to operate personal computer, peripherals, cellular phone and basic office equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, Elected/Appointed Officials, outside agencies, the news media and the public
• Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance
• Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test
• May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek

Supplemental Information

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

• Frequently working in indoor conditions
• Occasionally performs field visits under various environmental conditions and terrain
• Constantly moves items weighing up to 15 pounds Occasionally moves objects weighing up to 50 pounds Occasionally moves about the office
• Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
• Positions self to perform essential functions Must be able to remain in a stationary position