What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Engineer I/II/Sr position at City of Overland Park?
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Civil Engineer I/II/Sr(Job Id 1485)
Location: US:KS:Overland Park Category: Public Works Employment Type:
Employee
Post Date: 05/27/2026 Salary: Negotiable USD
Description
The City of Overland Park has full-time Civil Engineer I, II or Senior
positions available in the Public Works Department.
Summary
Manages the design and construction of thoroughfare, street, bridge,
storm sewer and maintenance projects. Participates in the development of
the
five-year Capital Improvement Program and Maintenance Program. Prepares
plans and specifications for thoroughfare, street, bridge, storm sewer
and maintenance projects. Provides leadership for all team based
activities, to include project management teams and task groups.
Coordinates
engineering-related activities with other Department divisions, City
departments, other governmental agencies, etc. Develops project-related
briefings and presentations for the Governing Body, City Manager,
citizen groups and professional organizations.
Duties And Responsibilities
Manages the design of thoroughfares, streets, bridge, storm sewer and
maintenance projects, including developing the project scope, directing
the consultant selection process, negotiation of the scope and fee for
the design contract, preparing and negotiating interlocal agreements and
utility relocation agreements, managing the plan preparation, overseeing
utility relocation planning, acquiring required right-of-way and
easements, managing public involvement activities, overseeing
environmental permitting process, and supervising project team members.
For
federally funded projects, manages all coordination and project
administration with KDOT.
Manages the construction of thoroughfare, street, bridge, storm sewer
and maintenance projects , including reviewing contractor bids and
making
determination of the lowest and responsible bidder; negotiating material
testing contracts; managing the construction contract, schedules,
payments and cash flow; approving change orders; reviewing and approving
contractor submittals; ensuring utilities have properly relocated their
facilities; conducting weekly progress meetings with the contractor;
managing media relations and citizen inquiries; and maintaining and
updating
project website. For federally funded projects, prepares invoices to
KDOT to request payment; ensures Davis-Bacon provisions are met by the
contractor, including wage rate interviews; ensures DBE goals are met;
and completes project administration as required by KDOT.
Participates in the development of the five-year Capital Improvement
Program and Maintenance Program, by analyzing infrastructure needs,
establishing priorities, developing initial cost estimates and preparing
and submitting Project Addition and Project Revision forms.
Provides assistance to the Engineering Services Division, Planning
Department by reviewing plans, interpreting standards, providing
recommendations to address problems and issues, participating in field
inspection visits, and assisting in resolution of developers concerns.
Prepares plans and specifications for thoroughfare, street, bridge,
storm sewer, maintenance and other projects. Coordinates land surveys
and
supervises engineering technicians in plan preparation. Designs projects
to meet or exceed current engineering practices and to fully conform to
the Overland Park Municipal Code. Prepares legal documents,
specifications, contract documents and supervises contraction and
post-construction
activities in accordance with the Citys Project Procedures Manual.
Coordinates engineering-related activities with other Department
divisions, City departments, other governmental agencies, utilities,
contractors,
Developers, Consultants An d Others, As Required.
Develops project-related briefings for presentation to the Governing
Body and City Manager. Provides updates on project activities on a
regular
basis to keep the Governing Body and City Manager informed on matters of
significant interest. Makes presentations to citizen groups, such as
homes associations, neighborhood conservation groups and others.
Responds to public inquiries and ensures that their concerns are fully
and effectively addressed.
Uses PAVER programs to develop information required for planning
maintenance activities.
The employee must work the days and hours necessary to perform all
assigned responsibilities and tasks. Must be available (especially
during
regular business hours or shifts) to communicate with subordinates,
supervisors, customers, vendors and any other persons or organization
with
whom interaction is required to accomplish work and employer goals.
The employee must be punctual and timely in meeting all requirements of
performance, including, but not limited
information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13577921
Civil Engineer I/II/Sr(Job Id 1485)
Location: US:KS:Overland Park Category: Public Works Employment Type:
Employee
Post Date: 05/27/2026 Salary: Negotiable USD
Description
The City of Overland Park has full-time Civil Engineer I, II or Senior
positions available in the Public Works Department.
Summary
Manages the design and construction of thoroughfare, street, bridge,
storm sewer and maintenance projects. Participates in the development of
the
five-year Capital Improvement Program and Maintenance Program. Prepares
plans and specifications for thoroughfare, street, bridge, storm sewer
and maintenance projects. Provides leadership for all team based
activities, to include project management teams and task groups.
Coordinates
engineering-related activities with other Department divisions, City
departments, other governmental agencies, etc. Develops project-related
briefings and presentations for the Governing Body, City Manager,
citizen groups and professional organizations.
Duties And Responsibilities
Manages the design of thoroughfares, streets, bridge, storm sewer and
maintenance projects, including developing the project scope, directing
the consultant selection process, negotiation of the scope and fee for
the design contract, preparing and negotiating interlocal agreements and
utility relocation agreements, managing the plan preparation, overseeing
utility relocation planning, acquiring required right-of-way and
easements, managing public involvement activities, overseeing
environmental permitting process, and supervising project team members.
For
federally funded projects, manages all coordination and project
administration with KDOT.
Manages the construction of thoroughfare, street, bridge, storm sewer
and maintenance projects , including reviewing contractor bids and
making
determination of the lowest and responsible bidder; negotiating material
testing contracts; managing the construction contract, schedules,
payments and cash flow; approving change orders; reviewing and approving
contractor submittals; ensuring utilities have properly relocated their
facilities; conducting weekly progress meetings with the contractor;
managing media relations and citizen inquiries; and maintaining and
updating
project website. For federally funded projects, prepares invoices to
KDOT to request payment; ensures Davis-Bacon provisions are met by the
contractor, including wage rate interviews; ensures DBE goals are met;
and completes project administration as required by KDOT.
Participates in the development of the five-year Capital Improvement
Program and Maintenance Program, by analyzing infrastructure needs,
establishing priorities, developing initial cost estimates and preparing
and submitting Project Addition and Project Revision forms.
Provides assistance to the Engineering Services Division, Planning
Department by reviewing plans, interpreting standards, providing
recommendations to address problems and issues, participating in field
inspection visits, and assisting in resolution of developers concerns.
Prepares plans and specifications for thoroughfare, street, bridge,
storm sewer, maintenance and other projects. Coordinates land surveys
and
supervises engineering technicians in plan preparation. Designs projects
to meet or exceed current engineering practices and to fully conform to
the Overland Park Municipal Code. Prepares legal documents,
specifications, contract documents and supervises contraction and
post-construction
activities in accordance with the Citys Project Procedures Manual.
Coordinates engineering-related activities with other Department
divisions, City departments, other governmental agencies, utilities,
contractors,
Developers, Consultants An d Others, As Required.
Develops project-related briefings for presentation to the Governing
Body and City Manager. Provides updates on project activities on a
regular
basis to keep the Governing Body and City Manager informed on matters of
significant interest. Makes presentations to citizen groups, such as
homes associations, neighborhood conservation groups and others.
Responds to public inquiries and ensures that their concerns are fully
and effectively addressed.
Uses PAVER programs to develop information required for planning
maintenance activities.
The employee must work the days and hours necessary to perform all
assigned responsibilities and tasks. Must be available (especially
during
regular business hours or shifts) to communicate with subordinates,
supervisors, customers, vendors and any other persons or organization
with
whom interaction is required to accomplish work and employer goals.
The employee must be punctual and timely in meeting all requirements of
performance, including, but not limited