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City of Stonecrest · 1 month ago

City Engineer

Stonecrest, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

The City of Stonecrest is seeking a City Engineer to oversee land development plan review, permitting, inspections, and enforcement. The role involves ensuring compliance with regulations, managing capital improvement projects, and performing on-site inspections.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Coordinates the land disturbance permit, development, and utility permit process for the City

Issues land disturbance permits, development, and utility (right of way) permit

Performs on-site inspections of projects in a pre, during, and post-construction state

Performs technical tasks to support department functions; reviews and approves hydrology studies for proposed development; conducts site reviews to ensure compliance with design plans; performs State water determinations

Interacts and communicates with groups and individuals to provide information and assistance; works with engineers and developers on on-site design-related issues

Provides professional recommendations and assistance to city staff; provides input regarding rezoning applications, subdivision plat application, stream buffer exception requests, and other requests as applicable

Administers the flood plain, stream buffer, soil erosion control, and stormwater ordinances of the City, including monthly and semi-annual reports for the Georgia EPD and District SWCC

Represents the department in various administrative and professional situations and for Boards, Commissions, and Authorities meetings to include Mayor and Council

Manages the city capital improvement projects including the development of budgets, design, implementation, and working with contractors

Designs and prepares bid packages for city-led construction projects under $50,000 unless specialized expertise is required

Manage the acquisition of ROW for the city, prepare acquisition, documents, negotiate property acquisitions with owners, and record deeds of an easement

Supports the Public Works, Utilities & Parks Department with technical assignments associated with the implementation of the Storm Water Management Utility Fee Program and other related duties

Monitors and tracks the condition of public infrastructure including streets, sidewalks, stormwater systems, traffic signals, and public facilities; investigates and resolves complaints related to infrastructure deficiencies

Oversees right-of-way maintenance contractors to ensure compliance with contract requirements, City standards, and safety regulations

Develops and maintains performance metrics and project progress reports, including schedules, cost tracking, meeting minutes, and documentation logs

Write/Review procurement documents (RFPs/RFQs/ITBs) for design and construction

Act as Local Administered Project representative for GDOT/Federally funded projects

Write/Coordinate/Submit grant applications for CDBG and other opportunities

Ensures compliance with OSHA and other federal/state safety requirements, including ongoing safety training and the maintenance of a citywide hazardous materials plan

Performs related duties as assigned

Qualification

Civil EngineeringProfessional Engineer CertificationLocal Government ExperienceGeorgia Soil & Water Conservation Commission Level IICommunity Planning KnowledgeConstruction Standards KnowledgeDesign Drawing InterpretationReal Estate Law KnowledgeRelationship ManagementEffective Communication

Required

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from a four-year accredited school

Professional Engineer (PE) Certification is strongly preferred

Knowledge of theories, practices and procedures of community planning, economic development, zoning, land development, construction and building

Knowledge of City subdivision regulations and development specifications, state engineering standards, and the city code

Knowledge of building construction standards, methods and related codes

Knowledge of real estate law

Ability to review, understand and interpret design drawings, site plans, construction specifications, engineering plans, maps and plats

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, officials, developers, builders, contractors, lawyers, architects and the public