County of Monterey · 3 months ago
Associate Civil Engineer
Monterey, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$12K/yr - $12K/yr
3+ years expThe County of Monterey is seeking an Associate Engineer to join their engineering team. This role involves planning, design, and implementation of various projects while collaborating with project managers, contractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure successful execution of public works projects.
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Responsibilities
Prepare and supervise preparation of engineering plans, calculations, cost estimates and specifications for the construction of streets, storm drains, sewers, buildings, parks, harbor projects, street lighting and other facilities
Assist and direct subordinate staff member on difficult engineering problems
Prepare scopes of work, request for proposals, and evaluate proposals
Review plans, calculations, cost estimates and specifications for City projects prepared by consultants
Check plans, calculations, cost estimates and specifications for accuracy of design and completeness, and make suggestions for revisions and improvements
Prepare notice to bidders, issue addendums, obtain bids, and evaluate bid proposals
Serves as Resident Engineer for construction projects
Monitor contingency budget and keep log of potential and executed change orders
Coordinate engineering work with other departmental sections, divisions, outside agencies, and project stakeholders
Review plans for subdivisions and other private developments
Supervise subordinate staff, offer guidance, ensure proper training, perform evaluations, and provide other supervisory support as necessary to ensure performance
Prepare grant applications and manage grant funded projects with reporting requirements
Meet with City, State and other officials to resolve problems affecting engineering projects
Prepare and compile engineering and special reports
Write and review property and right-of-way descriptions
Provide information to the public on department operations for current and proposed projects
Prepare staff reports and make presentations at Board, Commission, and City Council meetings
Attend meetings and conferences
Support the relationship between the City of Monterey and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff
Maintain confidentiality of work-related issues and City information
Perform other job-related duties within the scope of this job classification as assigned
Qualification
Required
Completion of a Bachelor's Degree from a college or university with major work in civil engineering
Three (3) years of responsible experience in civil engineering
Possession, or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hiring, of a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California in one of the following disciplines: Civil, Environmental, or Traffic Engineering
Preferred
Experience with computer-aided drafting (AutoCAD) is highly desirable
Benefits
Health Spending Fund
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Vacation Accruals
Sick Leave
14 Paid Holidays
Education Incentive Pay
Tuition Reimbursement Programs
CalPERS Retirement
Short Term / Long Term Disability Plan
Deferred Compensation
Flexible Spending Account
Group Legal
Fitness Pass
Fitness Activity Plan
City Recreation Program Fees
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Unpaid Leave
Management Leave
Holidays
Sick Leave
Vacation
Company
County of Monterey
Monterey County's Mission The Mission of Monterey County is to Excel at providing Quality Services for the benefit of all Monterey County residents while developing, maintaining, and enhancing the resources of the area.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Alex Zheng
Deputy CIO
Eric Chatham
Chief Information Officer
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