Project Engineer

The City of Topekas Public Works department is seeking a licensed professional engineer to serve as a project manager on its engineering team. This position is responsible for supervising and participating in the design, planning, and scheduling of engineering projects, to include overseeing the work of contractors and consultants. Work also involves drainage and studies, writing reports and findings, administration of contracts, and meeting with individuals and groups to discuss Public Works projects.

What you'll do:

• Review construction plans and evaluate engineering designs.
• Inspect construction sites and provide professional engineering advice on construction projects.
• Confer with contractors, consultants and architects to resolve technical issues.
• Prepare preliminary and final plans for a wide variety of projects.

The ideal candidate is:

• A strategic thinker with the ability to analyze complex problems and make sound decisions.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Familiar with the engineering principles, practices and procedures as they