Civil Engineer II

Core responsibilities

• Manages Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects
• Performs engineering design of infrastructure improvements and directs the work of engineering staff in the preparation of contract documents
• Communicates with consultants on projects goals, standards, and specifications
• Prepares plans, writes specifications, and develops cost estimates
• Captures progress of work, reviews and processes work change directives and change orders
• Certifies estimates of work completed for payment of contractor
• Collaborates with contractors and other City departments to coordinate activities
• Interprets contract documents and specifications
• Supervises technical staff in performing inspection work
• Aids in the preparation of multi-year capital improvements program
• Maintains oversight of active project sites to ensure compliance with design specifications, legal regulations, and safety protocols
• Evaluates survey reports, geological data, and topographical maps to ensure engineering activities conform to local, state, and federal environmental and building standards
• Prepares clear and factual technical reports and meets with clients, civic groups, and government officials to discuss project progress
• Demonstrates professionalism with the public, City departments, various agencies, and contractors
• Participates on City management teams to address specific problems and issues
• Maintains engineering records and files according to established systems
• Reviews plans for private development and work in the Right-of-Way (ROW)
• Oversees the City’s Stormwater Management Program and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit in compliance with Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum of four (4) years’ of engineering experience in public works
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work
• Valid Driver’s License
• Registered as a Professional Engineer through the State of Iowa