Assistant Town Engineer, DPW Admin & Technical

About the role

Provides professional, administrative, technical, and supervisory work in planning, managing, developing and coordinating the Town’s horizontal (water, sewer, roads) and marine infrastructure. Prepares and administers budgets; analyzes, recommends, plans for and implements improvements; assists the Town Engineer in directing and managing the operations of the Engineering Section.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and oversee construction for a broad spectrum of large, complex infrastructure projects in Massachusetts
• Prepare and administer budgets for municipal engineering projects
• Conduct cost analyses, value engineering, and cost management for large-scale construction
• Prepare comprehensive reports and administer grants
• Interpret and follow engineering and architectural plans
• Ensure compliance with state and federal rules and regulations governing public construction
• Manage contract administration and project management in accordance with Massachusetts procurement laws
• Supervise, assign, and evaluate the work of subordinates
• Collaborate in a team environment and engage effectively with a variety of stakeholders

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in civil or ocean engineering
• Seven or more years of progressively responsible experience in planning, design, and construction of large complex projects in Massachusetts
• Three years of supervisory experience
• Registered as a professional civil engineer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• Massachusetts Class D driver’s license

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of civil or ocean engineering principles and practices
• Familiarity with materials, methods, and techniques of public works construction
• Technical expertise in design, construction, and inspection of municipal projects
• Proficiency in computer applications related to engineering (CAD, design software, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, PowerPoint)
• Strong communication, presentation, and supervisory skills
• Ability to develop and manage large construction budgets
• Team-oriented attitude with demonstrated ability to work collaboratively