City of Clearwater · 2 days ago
Engineer I,II
City of Clearwater is an equal opportunity employer seeking Engineers I and II for their Public Works Department. The role involves providing advanced technical engineering work for the design, construction, and maintenance of city infrastructure, along with project management and mentoring of less experienced staff.
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Responsibilities
Serves as project engineer and performs project management and engineering tasks for various complex projects; performs technical civil engineering tasks in the field and office, reviews reports and construction plans for compliance with City codes and proper engineering design standards
Checks, evaluates, and reviews plans, specifications and reports submitted by private engineering consultants are compatible with other infrastructure projects and conform to the City’s overall goals and objectives
Leads, guides, and mentors less experienced Engineering staff; ensures all procedures and policies are implemented; provides various professional development opportunities
Provides various engineering advice in regard to proposals made, specifications and standards as to soundness of design, theory, and construction practice
Performs and conducts inspections in the field, observes operations, and determines quality of work and compliance with City Codes; negotiates with regulatory agencies to obtain necessary construction or operation permits
Conducts, coordinates, and participates in various public informational meetings for proposed projects; interacts and engages with citizens to resolve problems, conflicts, and provide for public improvements; performs various tasks for the emergency preparedness response of the City
Provides extensive expertise in the development, formulation, and implementation of engineering standards and specifications and office policy; conducts engineering studies and evaluations, compiles information, and makes other recommendations
Identifies needed improvements and assists with changes to policies and standard operating procedures to increase efficiencies
Manages, monitors, and handles engineering consultant contracts; provides feedback and general information regarding contract status and details; sets agenda items, monitors project status, and conducts extensive meetings during project implementation
Frequent consultation with internal divisions, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders as required in the analysis, design, review of studies/reports/plans/specifications, and inspection of construction work for compliance with engineering criteria
Ability to serve as Engineer of Record for minor in-house projects
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, engineers, employees, and others, and deal with public relations problems effectively, courteously, and tactfully
Assisting the general public with engineering related information requests
Performs other job duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship
A valid State driver's license is required
Current State of Florida Professional Engineer License or current Professional Engineer License from another State that can transfer within six (6) months of hire date is required
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering degree; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered for ENGINEER I
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering degree AND two (2) years of professional engineering experience as a Professional Engineer; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered for ENGINEER II
Knowledge of modern civil engineering terminology and principles
Knowledge of supervision, direction, leadership, and management of engineering staff and projects
Knowledge of mathematics through trigonometry and its application to field surveying and engineering computations
Knowledge of professional engineering tasks and practices
Knowledge of construction, inspection, and maintenance of construction projects
Knowledge of department policies and protocols
Skill in planning and designing difficult engineering projects
Skill in inspecting work for compliance with plans and specifications
Skill in negotiating with regulatory agency staff to obtain construction/operation permits
Skill in preparing budgets and construction estimates
Skill in managing multiple projects and ensuring completion
Skill in establishing and maintaining good relationships
Skill in dealing tactfully with the public
Skill in operating a computer with general proficiency
Benefits
Health and Wellness initiatives
100% employee health care coverage
Option for dependent health care
Life Insurance
Optional Dental, Vision, AFLAC
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Retirement -General Employee Pension Plan
Voluntary Tax-deferred 457 Plan
Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans
Competitive Salaries
Tuition assistance
Training and development opportunities
Travel compensation
Military leave
Bereavement leave
Discount coupons
Service and employee recognition awards
Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Competitive hourly rates
Flexible schedules
Training and development opportunities
Discount coupons
Service and employee recognition awards
Company
City of Clearwater
Clearwater, Florida is a progressive city that is committed to enhancing residents' lives while preserving a heritage that is rich in culture and exquisite in landscape.