• Responsible for the preparation of a variety of estimates, designs, and specifications for a variety of capital improvements projects conducted by in-house staff and consultants;
• Reviews and approves subdivision, site and construction plans, and specifications for codes conformance to established departmental standards, policies, and sound engineering principles;
• Approves change orders to construction projects and pay request/invoices for these projects;
• Participates in the preparation of specifications, maps, plans, profiles, field notes, and designs of capital improvement projects; 
• Provides project management and engineering work on capital improvement projects;
• Assist with review of bids and proposals;
• Prepares, authorizes, and monitors construction permit compliance by private developers, inspects projects, prepares cost estimates, and initiates action for noncompliance; 
• Works in conjunction with consulting engineers and other governmental agencies on the coordination of capital projects; 
• Assists in the preparation of long-range plans for needed capital improvements;
• Use hydraulic models to illustrate the effects of changing demand and climactic conditions on water distribution and wastewater collection systems;
• Coordinates the activities of City, State, and the Federal agencies, private contractors, and others involved with City projects;
• Responsible for the supervision of assigned staff including delegation, coaching, counseling, performance management, and disciplinary actions within the scope of authority;
• Communicates with contractors and the public both verbally and in writing providing technical information relating to engineering projects;
• Provides public presentations and reports on capital improvement projects as required;
• Supports all utility divisions as required;
• Performs field inspections as required
• Participates in related committees and attends after hours meetings as required;
• Provides analysis of operational efficiencies and engineering studies associated with the operation of the Utility System.

• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering as related to project management, the preparation of plans and specifications.
• Comprehensive knowledge of modern methods and techniques as applied to the design, construction, and maintenance of public works and utility projects.
• Thorough knowledge of land and engineering survey systems, methods, and techniques of engineering drafting.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, employees, contractors, and the public.
• Ability to communicate technical ideas effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to prepare technical reports. 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil or environmental engineering; AND
• Received a passing score in the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam; OR
• Received a passing score in the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 3 years of experience performing professional work related to water and wastewater utilities; OR
• Possess a Professional Engineer license from the State of Florida or able to get within 6 months (if transferring from another state).
• Possession of a valid State of Florida Class “E” driver’s license is required.

While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee may be required to: 

• Lift or carry objects up to 20 pounds;
• Work in an area that is somewhat uncomfortable due to drafts, noise, temperature variation, odors, or the like;
• Work in an area that is very uncomfortable due to extreme temperature, noise levels, or other conditions;
• Work with equipment or performing procedures where carelessness would probably result in minor cuts, bruises, or muscle pulls; and/or
• Be able to work a fluctuating work schedule based upon the need of the department.