City of Phoenix · 2 days ago
Civil Engineer III - Water Services Department
The City of Phoenix Water Services Department is one of the nation's largest potable water utilities, treating and delivering safe drinking water to millions. They are seeking a Civil Engineer III to manage projects and programs in the Water Treatment Plants group, focusing on capital improvement projects and construction management.
Government
Responsibilities
Management of Capitol Improvement Projects (CIP) replacement and rehabilitation projects at five water treatment plants and will require active participation in managing the construction of projects
Development of project scope and cost estimates
Procurement and administration of construction contracts
Technical review of design plans and specifications
Coordination of design and construction activities with customers Water Production, and other City Departments
Integration of final construction documents into the Work and Asset Management systems
Qualification
Required
Four years of experience in the practice of civil engineering or architecture
One year of experience supervising professional and technical staff
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related engineering degree
Must be registered in the State of Arizona as a Professional Engineer with proficiency in civil engineering by the end of the probationary period
All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position
Some positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record
Preferred
Three years of experience in water/wastewater engineering design, plan review, inspection, construction or project management
Civil Engineering design experience related to construction on municipal facilities
Two years of project management experience in complex capital improvement projects
Two years of managing consultants and contractor staff for CIP projects
Current Arizona Professional Engineer registration
Benefits
Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions, click here for more details: Pension Information
401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions
Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans
Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan
Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually
Dental, vision, and life insurance options
Employer paid long-term disability
Free Bus/light rail pass
Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year
Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days
Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period
Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi
Company
City of Phoenix
Phoenix is Arizona’s capitol and the sixth largest city in the United States, with more than 1.5 million residents and growing.
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