NEOGOV · 4 months ago
Principal Engineer- Watershed Restoration Work Group
Durham, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$86K/yr - $133K/yr
5+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Principal Engineer for the Watershed Restoration Work Group within the City of Durham's Environmental & Street Services Department. The role focuses on managing and implementing water quality improvement projects, including stormwater retrofits and stream restoration, while coordinating with various stakeholders and ensuring compliance with regulations.
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Responsibilities
Manages projects, programs, and assigned department operations; develops and administers contracts; develops operational policies and procedures; establishes project and unit goals; develops project scope, budgets, and schedules; trains staff; improves safety and operational processes; and assists with preparing applications for and managing grants
Oversees data collection and analysis; conducts engineering studies; creates work plans and processes, identifying locations/areas requiring improvement; recommends and implements engineering and safety solutions; and tracks post-implementation project progress and requirements
Performs field inspections and monitors operations to ensure compliance with safety and other applicable regulations, policies, and procedures
Prepares, reviews, and analyzes engineering plans and bids, drawings, reports, contracts, agreements, presentations, specifications, request for proposals/qualifications, and other documentation; drafts ordinances and City Council communications; coordinates the review of and/or reviews design submittals from internal and external staff; develops technical specifications; and maintains records, logs, and databases
Assists with the coordination of and/or attends public meetings; provides technical expertise and consultation to City departments and external agencies; and provides training
Designs, implements, and evaluates special projects; may create drawings and plans as required
As assigned, an incumbent may serve as a lead worker, assigning work and monitoring work completion, or supervise paraprofessional and support staff, to include conducting performance evaluations; coordinating training; and implementing hiring, discipline, and termination procedures
Managing watershed planning project for water quality improvement
Perform stream restoration and stormwater control measure (include green stormwater infrastructure) retrofit evaluations and designs
Manage stream restoration, stormwater control measure and green stormwater infrastructure projects
Apply for and manage stormwater grants
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering or a directly related field
Five years of professional engineering experience in the area of assignment
A North Carolina Professional Engineer Registration or obtain one within 6 Months of hire date
A valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record acquired within a time frame established by the City
Knowledge of hydrology, hydraulics, and stormwater control measures through education and/or experience
Strong verbal and written communication skills for coordination with other City departments, public involvement, and contractors
Solid organization and administrative skills to track multiple projects and document project status
Working knowledge of databases (Excel/Access) and ArcGIS
Preferred
Two years of experience in the development and management of watershed plans and the implementation of stormwater projects is preferred
Experience in or with municipalities is preferred
Experience reading and interpreting complex engineering plans
Professional or technical experience in watershed planning or stormwater retrofits
Experience with design, construction and maintenance of stormwater control measures, green infrastructure or stream restorations
Proficient in MS Excel
Experience level with Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
Supervisory experience preferred
Experience with data entry software such as MUNIS, OnBase, Microsoft Access, or similar software preferred
Benefits
12-13 paid holidays per year
13 standard work days of vacation per year
13 standard work days of sick leave per year, which accumulates indefinitely; sick leave may be used toward early retirement
2 weeks paid military leave per year
Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental life insurance plans
State and City retirement plans
Short and long term disability plans
Paid temporary disability leave for specified conditions
City contribution of 13.6% into the N.C. State Retirement System
Paid funeral leave
Employee Assistance Program - personal and family counseling
Paid life insurance equal to annual salary
48 hours for volunteer work each year*
4 hours parental leave each year
Workman's Compensation Insurance
457 Deferred Compensation Plans
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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