Design/Project Engineer

About the role

This position directly oversees the scope for all aspects of a construction project including survey, planning, design, and construction. This position provides guidance and acts as a lead technical resource to the Engineering Technicians for road, bridge, and park surveying, design, ROW acquisition, and construction services.

Responsibilities

• Administers and inspects construction projects to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and permits
• Advises and leads the Engineering Technicians in the development of surveys, designs, ROW products, and plan production
• Ensures the design and plan preparation process is productive
• Affords guidance and support to Engineering Technicians during construction inspection during peak construction times and leaves of absence
• Leads and assists with safety inspections of in-service highway and park bridges and input inspection data into MnDOT Structure Management System database
• Manages and develops construction plans, contract documents, and ROW acquisition process
• Manages scope, schedule, resources, and risks of current and proposed projects to ensure department objectives are met
• Negotiates in a timely manner the processes for requesting change orders or contract amendments for contract documents and professional design services and attends weekly construction meetings
• Performs and directs the design of county road, bridge, and park projects, plan preparation, project specifications and Engineer’s estimate
• Prepares and directs bid documents and maintains close involvement in the bidding process
• Prepares and maintains reports and documents such as developing bridge priority lists, annual construction maps, infrastructure reports, and weight restriction maps
• Provides construction support
• Reviews all engineering plans and specifications for accuracy and completeness
• Reviews and calculates ROW needs
• Schedules and conducts pre-construction conference with contractor, utilities, and County staff
• Utilizes AutoCAD Civil 3D for highway design and plan production

Requirements

• Valid MN Driver’s License
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field
• Proficient use of AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar road design software
• Six (6) years of technical engineering work experience in field/office, OR any equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the essential duties of the job

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of Minnesota prior to employment, or ability to acquire within nine (9) months of hire
• Ability to obtain certification as a Bridge Safety Inspection Assistant Program Administrator within one (1) year of hire
• Ability to obtain various MnDOT certifications such as Aggregate Production, Bituminous Plant Inspector, Bituminous Street Inspector/Tester, Bridge Construction Inspector, Concrete Field Inspector/Tester, Concrete Plan Tester, and Grading and Base Inspector/Tester certifications within three (3) years of hire
• Ability to obtain MnMPCA Construction Site Management and Design of Construction SWPPP certifications within three (3) years of hire
• Ability to listen, comprehend, and effectively communicate information both written and orally to all individuals
• Ability to apply discretion, judgement, and organizational skills to a variety of projects, assignments, and situations
• Ability to make independent decisions, prepare narrative reports, and act as a liaison between department and regulatory agencies
• Ability to develop and maintain working relationships and informally negotiate with other departments, outside entities, and private consultants
• Ability to proficiently utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Ability to make mathematical computations with and without mechanical assistance
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports
• Knowledge of applicable State, Federal, and local laws, rules, and regulations
• Knowledge of and ability to use computer software sufficient for departmental operations
• Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices
• Knowledge of record retention schedule principles
• Knowledge of developing and implementing goals, objectives, policies, and procedures
• Knowledge of governmental budgeting, accounting, information management, and personnel administration
• Knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices applicable to public works projects
• Knowledge of road design requirements, traffic patterns, possible funding available, and post history of roads
• Knowledge of basic MN/DOT requirements to design width of road, depth of aggregate and other materials for strength of road
• Knowledge of drainage patterns and drainage capacities of different types of structures
• Knowledge of MnDOT and FHWA design standards relating to roadway geometrics, structural strength, safety, and other design parameters
• Knowledge of the safety requirements and expectations applicable to the worksite
• Knowledge of highway and bridge planning, design, permitting and construction oversight
• Skills in organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up assignments with minimum direction

Skills

• Ability to obtain registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of Minnesota prior to employment, or ability to acquire within nine (9) months of hire
• Ability to obtain certification as a Bridge Safety Inspection Assistant Program Administrator within one (1) year of hire
• Ability to obtain various MnDOT certifications such as Aggregate Production, Bituminous Plant Inspector, Bituminous Street Inspector/Tester, Bridge Construction Inspector, Concrete Field Inspector/Tester, Concrete Plan Tester, and Grading and Base Inspector/Tester certifications within three (3) years of hire
• Ability to obtain MnMPCA Construction Site Management and Design of Construction SWPPP certifications within three (3) years of hire
• Ability to listen, comprehend, and effectively communicate information both written and orally to all individuals
• Ability to apply discretion, judgement, and organizational skills to a variety of projects, assignments, and situations
• Ability to make independent decisions, prepare narrative reports, and act as a liaison between department and regulatory agencies
• Ability to develop and maintain working relationships and informally negotiate with other departments, outside entities, and private consultants
• Ability to proficiently utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Ability to make mathematical computations with and without mechanical assistance
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports
• Ability to organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow up assignments with minimum direction

Benefits

Nicollet County Offers a Competitive Benefits Package, Including Medical, dental, vision Pension plan for retirement Employer-paid long-term disability and life insurance 11.5 paid holidays Generous leave plans Public Sector Loan Forgiveness Free employee assistance plan service Click here for more information