A Construction Engineer working in the Department of Public Works could be assigned to the Engineering Services Division which includes Construction Engineering/Materials Lab or the Land Development Division which includes Private Development Construction Inspection. Here are some of the projects DPW has completed!


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Hiring Process and Timeline

• Job Offer and Background Process begins in May 2024. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening. 
• Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
• Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.

If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.The ideal candidate for the Construction Engineering/Materials Lab will possess the following experience, attributes, and traits:

• Has served as Resident Engineer on large and complex construction contracts
• Has Qualified Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Developer (QSD) and/or Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) certificate
• Has professional office/field engineering experience with the design and construction of capital improvement projects, and project management experience

The ideal candidate for Private Development Construction Inspection will possess the following experience, attributes, and traits:

• Has Qualified Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Developer (QSD) and/or Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) certificate
• Has professional office/field engineering experience with the design and construction of private developments for the construction of public works infrastructures, and project management experience

The County of San Diego has a great culture that values collaboration and teamwork. If you believe that you possess these qualities, then the County of San Diego would be an ideal place for your talent and career growth. 

1. At least six (6) years of experience involving the application of civil engineering formulas, theory, and practices to practical engineering problems of modern construction methods, design and inspection procedures, in connection with public works improvement projects; OR,
2. A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency, in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field; AND, two (2) years of experience involving the application of civil engineering formulas, theory, and practices to practical engineering problems of modern construction methods, design and inspection procedures, in connection with public works improvement projects.
3. A combination of education and experience as described above.

Note: Some positions in the Department of Public Works may require a Qualified Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Developer (QSD) and/or a Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) certificate within one-year of appointment. 
The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate’s personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
 
The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire. Reasonable Accommodations
Note: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

INDUSTRY

Public Administration

SALARY

$99k-120k (estimate)

POST DATE

04/06/2024

EXPIRATION DATE

05/03/2024