Senior Civil Engineer

THE POSITION The City of Carson is seeking eligible candidates for the position of Senior Civil Engineer.

This is a position that reports directly to the Principal Civil Engineer and the Director of Public Works.

Applicants must possess a valid Civil Engineering license (PE) in the State of California.

It is preferred that the candidate have a minimum of fifteen years of professional civil engineering experience and have graduated from a recognized college or university with a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in civil engineering and potentially a Master of Science (MS).

The ideal candidate should have experience with engineering designs and construction of infrastructure projects, have CAD knowledge, communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with others, and negotiation skills.
Candidates must have experience managing projects, with ability to multi-task and provide excellent customer service to both internal and external clients.

Knowledge of public sector civil engineering practices in all types of infrastructure, previous experience with staff reports and contract management are a must.

The department is seeking candidates who understand how to assess innovative technologies, climate change impacts on future infrastructure and facilities owned by the City, and can review requests for design and/or construction change orders.

Skills in Project Management comprising of scope, budget, and schedule is a must when managing the efforts of consultants and contractors.

Knowledge of the preparation of calculations to support engineering designs in accordance with applicable codes as well as read, interpreting and checking engineering drawings and designs, including specifications and cost estimating is required.

Assisting of the department’s annual Capital Improvement Program will be expected.

The candidates must have experience with all facets of the contracting process from request for proposals (RFPs) through the project management and oversight phases.

CURRENT VACANCY INFORMATION :
There is one current full-time vacancy (FLSA-exempt), with a 4/10 work schedule (Monday to Thursday, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, with one hour unpaid meal/lunch break).

The resultant eligibility list will be good for an entire year.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS :
Resume, reflecting the most recent and relevant work experience, education and training
Cover Letter, addressed to the Director of Public Works, providing details on how you are the best fit candidate for the job
Job Summary: Under general direction, performs advanced professional civil engineering tasks with minimal supervision such as performing complex and technical engineering plan and systems reviews; provides project leadership and technical guidance to engineering staff, consultants, work groups and/or other staff.

Engineer must have CIP experience with, for and/or at public agencies, cities and/or counties, which includes street improvements, traffic signals, stormwater, sewers, recycled water, irrigation, landscape, and Right of Way (ROW).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
(These functions are representative and may not be present in all positions in the class.

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind related duties and work assignments.)

Provides leadership and technical oversight to other engineers.

May also assist in the supervision of section staff and activities, including budget development/monitoring and employee performance assessment.
CIP experience with, for and/or at public agencies, cities and/or counties, which includes street improvements, traffic signals, stormwater, sewers, recycled water, irrigation, landscape and Right of Way (ROW).
Performs highly advanced technical reviews of plans, specifications studies, and reports for the construction, alteration and/or maintenance of roads, storm drainage systems, sidewalks, bikeways, traffic intersections, signing/striping, traffic signalization, or other related projects.
Administers and manages multiple construction and design contracts for various capital improvement projects.
Prepares and/or reviews the computation of engineering calculations for various construction design features in order to detect potential problems and determine appropriate solutions.
Prepares and monitors project budgets and expenditures.
Prepares City ordinances, resolutions and engineering manuals.
Reviews public and private improvement plans such as street and capital improvement plans for compliance with City ordinances and for overall integrity.
Processes final subdivision maps, including lot line adjustments and lot mergers.
Directs or prepares final project reports and technical advisory reports.

Monitors and provides recommendations on plan check processing fees.
Prepares cost estimates and develops engineering plan and design criteria.

Prepares contract documents, proposal specifications and verifies plans and specifications for accuracy.
Responds to telephone and in-person inquiries from developers, builders, contractors, and other individuals as needed.
Provides engineering assistance to citizen committees and commissions.

Provides technical assistance to other agencies or departments.
Prepares clear and concise Staff Reports and makes presentations (i.e.

using PowerPoint or other software) to City Council, Committees, and other groups when required.
Performs related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualification Guidelines:
A typical way to obtain the requisite qualifications to perform the duties of this class is as follows:
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.

Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional engineering experience.
Licenses and/or Certificates:
Possession of a valid California Class “C” driver’s license and professional registration as a Civil Engineer in the State of California is required.

Employees in this classification will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program which confirms possession of a valid driver’s license and reflects driving record.
Knowledge of:
Design principles, construction techniques, scheduling, phasing and contract administration of public works projects.
Methods of working in field conditions.
Safety practices.
Government processes and regulations.
Project management techniques.
Computer aided design.
Skill and Ability to:
Read, interpret and check engineering drawings and designs, including specifications and cost estimates.
Prepare calculations to support engineering designs in accordance with applicable codes.
Identify the need for change orders and evaluate the financial status of projects.
Prepare traffic control and construction phasing plans.
Prepare recovery schedules to ensure completion of projects on time.
Prepare clear and concise written and oral reports, including recommendations.
Interpret and apply policies and regulations.
Make quick and sound business decisions.
Provide effective customer service.
Coordinate, manage, strategize, and/or correlate data and information.
Evaluate, audit, and/or assess data and information using established criteria.
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