What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Engineer III - Req8088 position at City of Fort Collins?
Job Summary
Engineering work related to the master planning, design, construction,
and maintenance of water utility systems including water treatment and
distribution, wastewater treatment and collection, storm drainage and
detention, and floodplain management. This position is part of the Water
Systems Engineering Division of Utilities responsible for project management
of all types of Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater capital improvements.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary
functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive:
Manages all aspects of water utility capital improvement projects including
design, permitting, procurement, construction and public outreach.
Administers multiple engineering and construction contracts for the duration
of the project.
Develops the project Scope of Work for all types of water utility
infrastructure projects.
Manages the preparation of contract documents, bidding and contract
administration including negotiating change orders for engineering and
construction contracts.
Develops and monitors project schedules from design through construction.
Manages project budgets and anticipates financial changes for projects.
Ensures completion of assigned projects within established budgets.
Develops conceptual, preliminary, and final cost estimates for water
utility projects.
Contributes to the preparation and modification of reports,
specifications, plans, construction schedules, and/or designs for
infrastructure project.
Performs review and final approval of infrastructure replacement or
improvement projects.
Performs site inspection to monitor progress and ensure conformance to
engineering plans, specifications, and construction and safety standards.
Responsible for obtaining all necessary of federal, state, local, and
private permits related to large scale water utility projects. Secures permits
and monitors compliance with all applicable regulations.
Represents the department and serves as a technical information resource for
the public, consultants and developers, City boards and departments,
City Council, and other organizations regarding specific projects or general
engineering questions; may prepare presentations and written materials.
Seeks input from operations divisions on design and construction of utility
infrastructure.
Responsible for public outreach and engagement related to water utility
projects through a variety of communications tools.
Presents design alternatives to the public and obtains informed consent for
construction of improvements.
Fosters an inclusive environment within the project teams (engineers,
contractors, other city departments, etc.) for the greatest project outcomes.
Required Knowledge Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of water engineering practices and principles.
Knowledge of Project Management Principles and Guidelines
Knowledge of applicable city, county and federal codes, laws and standards.
Competency in the areas of communication, planning, budgeting, and scope
management.
Skilled in the use of engineering, computer-aided design, spreadsheet,
word processing and statistical software.
Affinity for math and physics in order to solve moderately difficult to
complex engineering problems.
Ability to perform basic statistical analysis.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and technical writing
skills.
Accomplished and proven ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts.
Uses strategic critical thinking in approach to problem solving, issue
resolution and solution development.
Ability to perform engineering and project management responsibilities with
minimal supervision.
Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work and develop
meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives,
and cultural backgrounds.
Required Qualifications
Minimum Preferred
ssociates / Bachelor's degree or other specialized skill training /
certification may be required in some positions. Bachelor's degree in
engineering from an accredited college or university or equivalent work experie
Experience Requirements
A minimum of 7 years related experience is required. Experience managing the
design and construction phases of complex large-scale water, wastewater and
stormwater capital projects is required.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for
jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are
most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that
candidate may come from a less traditional background. The City may consider
an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and
experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in
applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill
set for the role.
Certifications/Licenses/Specialized Training
Valid driver s license., Professional Engineer (P.E.) registered in
the?State of Colorado or ability to obtain within 6 months, or
equivalent job experience., Project Management Professional (PMP)
certification form the Project Management Institute preferred.
The content in this posting was created for recruitment purposes. To view the
Full Job Description Click The Link Below.
Civil Engineer III
The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to
City services, programs and activities and will make special communication
Engineering work related to the master planning, design, construction,
and maintenance of water utility systems including water treatment and
distribution, wastewater treatment and collection, storm drainage and
detention, and floodplain management. This position is part of the Water
Systems Engineering Division of Utilities responsible for project management
of all types of Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater capital improvements.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary
functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive:
Manages all aspects of water utility capital improvement projects including
design, permitting, procurement, construction and public outreach.
Administers multiple engineering and construction contracts for the duration
of the project.
Develops the project Scope of Work for all types of water utility
infrastructure projects.
Manages the preparation of contract documents, bidding and contract
administration including negotiating change orders for engineering and
construction contracts.
Develops and monitors project schedules from design through construction.
Manages project budgets and anticipates financial changes for projects.
Ensures completion of assigned projects within established budgets.
Develops conceptual, preliminary, and final cost estimates for water
utility projects.
Contributes to the preparation and modification of reports,
specifications, plans, construction schedules, and/or designs for
infrastructure project.
Performs review and final approval of infrastructure replacement or
improvement projects.
Performs site inspection to monitor progress and ensure conformance to
engineering plans, specifications, and construction and safety standards.
Responsible for obtaining all necessary of federal, state, local, and
private permits related to large scale water utility projects. Secures permits
and monitors compliance with all applicable regulations.
Represents the department and serves as a technical information resource for
the public, consultants and developers, City boards and departments,
City Council, and other organizations regarding specific projects or general
engineering questions; may prepare presentations and written materials.
Seeks input from operations divisions on design and construction of utility
infrastructure.
Responsible for public outreach and engagement related to water utility
projects through a variety of communications tools.
Presents design alternatives to the public and obtains informed consent for
construction of improvements.
Fosters an inclusive environment within the project teams (engineers,
contractors, other city departments, etc.) for the greatest project outcomes.
Required Knowledge Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of water engineering practices and principles.
Knowledge of Project Management Principles and Guidelines
Knowledge of applicable city, county and federal codes, laws and standards.
Competency in the areas of communication, planning, budgeting, and scope
management.
Skilled in the use of engineering, computer-aided design, spreadsheet,
word processing and statistical software.
Affinity for math and physics in order to solve moderately difficult to
complex engineering problems.
Ability to perform basic statistical analysis.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and technical writing
skills.
Accomplished and proven ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts.
Uses strategic critical thinking in approach to problem solving, issue
resolution and solution development.
Ability to perform engineering and project management responsibilities with
minimal supervision.
Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work and develop
meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives,
and cultural backgrounds.
Required Qualifications
Minimum Preferred
ssociates / Bachelor's degree or other specialized skill training /
certification may be required in some positions. Bachelor's degree in
engineering from an accredited college or university or equivalent work experie
Experience Requirements
A minimum of 7 years related experience is required. Experience managing the
design and construction phases of complex large-scale water, wastewater and
stormwater capital projects is required.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for
jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are
most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that
candidate may come from a less traditional background. The City may consider
an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and
experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in
applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill
set for the role.
Certifications/Licenses/Specialized Training
Valid driver s license., Professional Engineer (P.E.) registered in
the?State of Colorado or ability to obtain within 6 months, or
equivalent job experience., Project Management Professional (PMP)
certification form the Project Management Institute preferred.
The content in this posting was created for recruitment purposes. To view the
Full Job Description Click The Link Below.
Civil Engineer III
The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to
City services, programs and activities and will make special communication
