Organization: |
City of Atascadero
| Job Category: |
Engineering and Technology
| Job Type: |
Full Time
| Country: |
USA
| State/Province: |
California (CA)
| City: |
ATASCADERO
| Post Code: |
93422
| Salary and Benefits: |
$89,044.80 - $116,400.00
| Post Date: | 04/26/2024 |
The City of Atascadero, a small and beautiful California central coast community located in San Luis Obispo County, is looking for an Associate Civil Engineer to join our team and help shape our growing community.
GENERAL PURPOSE
Under general direction, performs a wide variety of complex administrative and engineering work in the planning, design, construction, and management of projects and programs related to public works and private development, including development review, stormwater management, capital improvements, pavement management, right-of-way encroachments, traffic engineering, and asset management. This position may be assigned to perform work in one or more project or program areas and may serve as Development Review/Stormwater Manager or Capital Project Manager in the Public Works Department.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
The Associate (Civil) Engineer position is the advanced journey level class in the professional Engineering series. This position requires the use of judgement and initiative in developing solutions to problems, determining work assignments, and interpreting City and department policies, procedures, and standards. The Associate Civil Engineer title is reserved for licensed professional engineers while the Associate Engineer title is for non-licensed employees in this position.
SUPERVISION
Works under the Public Works Director/City Engineer and receives general direction and supervision from the Deputy Public Works Director/Engineering and Utilities Manager. Responsibilities may include direct or indirect supervision of lower level professional, technical, and clerical personnel as assigned.
Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
General:
- Supervises and participates in the review of plans, maps, calculations, reports, and studies submitted by private consultants and developers for conformity with laws, ordinances, City requirements, and accepted professional standards with the goal of protecting the health, safety, and welfare of the community.
- Provides administrative and engineering assistance to developers, consultants, contractors, City staff, other agencies, and the public to resolve complaints and problems and ensure successful project completion and program outcomes.
- Responsible for managing and participating in work activities of assigned projects and programs including work progress, deadlines, budget constraints, and regulatory compliance.
- Reviews encroachment permit applications and submittals, including construction plans, traffic control plans, work schedules, and insurance and bonding requirements. Determines permit fees and coordinates with public utility company representatives, property owners, and contractors.
- Investigates and responds to various issues and public concerns with drainage, traffic, pavements, sidewalks, stormwater, construction, right-of-way, wastewater, and other public facilities. Collects data, develops recommendations, prepares correspondence, and meets with appropriate parties.
Development Review/Stormwater Management:
- Participates in the management and completion of engineering review of private development projects including parcel and tract maps; subdivision and public improvements; site development; on-site wastewater treatment systems; building/tenant improvements; and other private projects and permits.
- Works closely and coordinates engineering reviews with planning, building, and other City staff by answering questions, providing guidance, monitoring review progress, meeting deadlines, and collaborating on projects to identify issues and work toward solutions.
- Reviews and checks various plans, maps, drainage calculations, traffic reports, stormwater reports, and other submittals for development projects and permits. Compiles and distributes corrections.
- Operates City’s permitting and electronic plan check software programs in completion of development review. Selects and applies various application and permit fees and charges.
- Reviews projects for entitlement approval and prepares project conditions. Interprets and applies City and department policies and ordinances in the development review and permitting process.
- Coordinates final map approvals and recordation, including preparing and reviewing improvement agreements, cost estimates, bonding, insurance, CC&R’s, and other related documents.
- Assists with flood plain administration and reviewing applications for FEMA map revisions.
- Facilitates projects with applicants and their representatives during the review process by answering questions, attending meetings, providing guidance, and working cooperatively toward solutions.
- Attends site meetings, coordinates plan approvals with inspectors, and performs inspection as needed.
- Administers and participates in the implementation of the City’s Stormwater Management Program, including coordinating the requirements and reporting for the NPDES MS4 General Permit (as defined in the City’s approved Guidance Document) and other management plans and regulations related to grading, sediment and erosion control, groundwater, and water resources.
- Coordinates and participates in stormwater related training of City staff, public education and public participation efforts, and review of storm water control plans.
Capital Project Management:
- Participates in the management and completion of capital improvement projects including preliminary and final design; plans, specifications, and estimates; bid solicitation; and construction activities.
- Works closely with private consultants hired by City to work on capital and special projects by answering questions, providing guidance, reviewing submittals, monitoring work progress, tracking costs, and collaborating on project issues to meet project goals and objectives.
- Solicits proposals and participates in hiring consultants and contractors by preparing solicitation requests (RFPs, etc.), developing work scopes, issuing clarifications, distributing proposals to selection committee, reviewing proposals, negotiating fees, and making hiring recommendations.
- Performs in-house design and prepares plans, specifications, cost estimates, contract requirements, and other work for internal project development.
- Reviews and distributes project plans, specifications, estimates, reports, and other submittals to City Engineering staff and other City staff as required. Compiles reviews and distributes to consultants.
- Coordinates public contract bidding and quote solicitation for project construction and procurements. Works with City Engineering and City Clerk staff to notice bid solicitations, distribute bidding documents, issue addendum, review bid proposals, tabulate bid prices, and prepare contracts.
- Works directly with City or contract inspectors and construction managers to oversee construction activities for conformance with contract documents. Attends progress meetings, performs site visits and inspections, prepares and reviews daily progress reports, reviews submittals, and records issues and changes. Prepare, review, and recommend for approval pay applications and change orders.
- Supervises and participates in project coordination activities, press releases, and public meetings.
- Participates in preparing applications for grants and regulatory permits. Administers grant funding and permitting requirements for projects.
- Participates in planning capital projects and determines project scope, cost estimates, schedule, land acquisition, and funding requirements. Assists in updating Capital Improvement Plan and budgets.
- Operates City’s pavement management software (StreetSaver®) and generates list of roadway segments to be considered for maintenance and capital improvements. Keeps road inventory data current by inputting completed road work, budgets/funding, unit pricing, and roadway project lists.
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
- Keeps supervisor and Director informed of progress and issues related to areas of responsibility.
- Proactively, and as early as possible, resolves issues that my affect the cost, quality, timeliness, and public perception of projects, programs, and development review process.
- Prepares draft staff reports and presentations related to assigned work responsibilities for use in City Council, Planning Commission, and other public meetings. May assist in making presentations.
- Coordinates work with Atascadero Mutual Water Company, Caltrans, Water Boards, and other public utilities and agencies.
- Operates asset management software and participates in the analysis and upkeep of asset data.
- May serve as staff liaison to professional, regional, or interdepartmental advisory groups as assigned.
- Recommends modifications to or new department standards, policies, and procedures.
- Organizes and files plans and related documents.
Other related duties as apparent or assigned.
Typical Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering, construction management, project management, or other applicable course of study; and
- Three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience in planning, design, construction, or management of public works infrastructure/facilities, capital projects, or private development; or
- Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for satisfactory job performance.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Thorough knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices and methods of planning, design, construction, and maintenance of public works and private development projects.
- Considerable knowledge of techniques for reviewing designs, plans, specifications, estimates, reports, and recommendations related to public works projects, related laws, ordinances, rules and regulations including CEQA, NEPA, Subdivision Map Act, and the California Public Contracting Code.
- Ability to plan, direct, and coordinate sub-professional engineering work; interpret and apply related laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, and policies; use good judgement in the scope of assigned authority; perform complex professional engineering work; ability to build and maintain cooperative and harmonious working relationships with the general public, co-workers, private consultants and developers, community based groups and other governmental agencies.
- Proficiency in analyzing problems and making recommendations based upon best outcomes and consequences for selected solutions. Reading, interpreting, and comprehending a variety of technical documents including drawings, specifications, evaluations, calculations, and reports. Preparing and presenting clear, concise administrative and technical reports, correspondences, and other information directed to a wide variety of audiences.
- Maintain a strong commitment to high professional standards. Ability to work with a high degree of independence. Communicate concisely and effectively both orally and in writing. Apply excellent customer service skills. Possess team-oriented approach and be a team builder. Project an approachable, friendly and professional demeanor.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Possess a valid California Class C driver's license or equivalent.
- Current registration as a Professional Engineer in Civil Engineering with the State of California is favorable.
- Certification as a Construction General Permit Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) and Qualified SWPPP Developer (QSD) is desired for Development Review/Stormwater Management.
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