Senior Civil Engineer

About the role

The City of Rockville seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to manage major capital improvement program (CIP) initiatives for stormwater management. Key responsibilities include stream restoration, facility retrofits, flood resilience, and storm drain improvements.

Responsibilities

• Prepares construction plans, plats, descriptions, engineering computations, inspections, specifications, and estimates for various water, wastewater, storm drainage, stormwater management, sediment control, roadway, sidewalk, and other Public Works projects.
• Aids in planning and implementing preventative maintenance programs.
• Reviews standards, specifications, ordinance requirements, and regulations, and advises on modifications and impacts.
• Maintains adherence to codes, policies, industry standards, and engineering practices.
• Manages Architecture & Engineering (A&E) contracts, ensuring adequacy of work, timeliness, invoices, and coordination.
• Interprets designs, advises on intent issues, refines or revises designs, and resolves design/construction conflicts.
• Provides engineering guidance to Public Works Operation and Maintenance Division and other City Departments.
• Evaluates proposed projects, develops cost estimates, and prepares bid scopes.
• Supervises Engineers and Technicians, reviews stormwater management proposals, and manages individual engineering projects.
• Reviews site and subdivision plans, recommends permit conditions, and resolves complaints.
• Attends public hearings and meetings, and provides project updates to City Manager and Department Director.
• Assists in preparing budgets and administrative matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or closely related field.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible work in civil engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to obtain certification from the Board of Registration for Professional Engineers for the State of Maryland.
• Valid driver's license.

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices.
• Construction methods, materials, and equipment.
• Information sources, research techniques, and reporting standards.
• Use of AutoCAD, Microstation, specialized engineering software, and data processing equipment.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Planning and assigning work.
• Reviewing engineering plans and documents.
• Utilizing GIS for data sorting and presentation.

Summary of Employee Benefits

The City of Rockville offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, group life insurance, retirement savings plans, and other perks such as flexible spending accounts, long-term disability insurance, and paid leave.

Application Instructions

Please complete the provided questionnaire to indicate your level of education, current professional licenses, and relevant experience. Applications will be reviewed and candidates will be contacted for interviews.