Utilities Engineer

TOWN OF APEX

invites applications for the position of:

Utilities Engineer

ABOUT THIS POSITION:

EXPECTED HIRING RANGE: $84,926.40 - 104,020.80

WORK LOCATION: 105-B Upchurch St, Apex, NC 27502 USA

SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

POSTING CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled. Posting may close at any time without notice.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

This position performs complex professional work serving as a project manager in support of technical programs and projects in the Town of Apex. An employee in this position works as a professional/certified engineer with considerable professional experience. Specific duties and responsibilities will include tasks such as research and design of projects, oversight of construction, representation of the Town with other local, state, and/or federal agencies, and independent application of technical engineering knowledge. The employee will exercise considerable judgment and independence of action including contacts with citizens, contractors, engineers, and developers. Technical guidance is provided to technical and administrative personnel. This position reports to the Utilities Engineering Manager.

A SAMPLE OF THE ESSENTIALS:

• Serves as project manager on multiple Town projects.
• Designs or reviews projects including administration of the bidding process.
• Prepares engineering studies and reports.
• Prepares and administers professional services contracts.
• Maintains records and reports related to contract administration and project management.
• Attends various meetings representing the Town as requested, including attending meetings in the absence of the Utilities Engineering Manager and/or the Water Resources Director and Assistant Director.
• Represents the Town and attends local and regional meetings to advocate for the Town's needs and priorities; establishes and maintains collaborative working relationships with state and federal agencies and other local units of government.
• Designs engineering projects that expand and enhance the Town's systems; oversees planning, design, budget, permitting, and bidding process for projects.
• Assists with amendments to the Town's standard specifications and detail drawings.
• Responds to requests for information from citizens, realtors, developers and other interested parties for issues relating to Town projects; responds to a variety of citizen complaints, resolves conflicts with developers, contractors and the general public.
• Performs related duties as required.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of four (4) years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Ability to obtain NC Professional Engineer (PE) license within 1 year of employment.

Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

North Carolina Professional Engineer (PE) license.

WHO WE ARE:

Known as "The Peak of Good Living, the Town of Apex is a rapidly growing Wake County municipality with a current population of over 72,000 and has been ranked as one of Money Magazine's Best Places to Live in America. Our current workforce is comprised of over 680 full-time employees and over 125 part-time/seasonal staff. Our Human Resources Department - with the support and confidence of Town leadership - is committed to providing best-in-class HR programs for our employees, with a mission to create a culture of empowerment and accountability that maximizes individual and organizational potential. We offer a generous benefit package, and have a highly competitive compensation program. More than that, the Town is an awesome place to work, as evidenced by the high job satisfaction ratings received in the last employee opinion survey.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Not only is the Town "The Peak of Good Living", but it's also a great place to work! We strive to "reach the peak" of being an employer of choice by providing competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including:

• Free medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees
• 5% contributions to the NC401(k) retirement plans (no matching required)
• Participation in the Local Government Employees' Retirement System (LGERS)
• Traditional sick and vacation leave
• 80 hours Peak Paid Time Off per year (after completion of probation)
• $1,200 Peak Lifestyle Benefit payment provided to pay for health and wellness activities (after completion of probation)
• 8 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• 3 weeks of Paid Caregiver Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• 13 paid holidays
• Longevity Pay
• Tuition Assistance
• Expansive wellness program, and more!

KEEP IN MIND:

Providing a safe work environment for our employees is a top priority, therefore all new hires must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test, post-offer functional testing (if required by position), background verifications including references, criminal record and driver's license checks prior to employment.

The Town of Apex provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation or marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.