Senior Engineering Associate

This position will inspect and provide oversight to Roads and Bridge projects.

Knowledge of AutoCad is desirable.

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plans, coordinates, reviews or performs the work involved with the construction, Design and Development of specifically assigned Public Works projects.
  
  
• Manages day-to-day construction administration and field oversight of inspectors, survey crews.
  
  
• Reviews plans, specifications, and cost estimates for projects; recommends technical updates to engineering design standards, policies and procedures.
  
  
• Provides guidance to project support staff and consultants regarding engineering techniques and technical requirements.
  
  
• Confers with officials, contractors, other County departments and the general public on public works matters, providing technical explanations and resolving field-related issues.
  
  
• Coordinates with funding agencies, prepares and processes project agreements, and assists in securing grant funding.
  
  
• Interprets Federal, State and local regulations; prepares and develops procedure manuals and compliance documentation. 
  
  
• May represent the Department as a liaison with other government agencies, contractors, stakeholders, and the general public.
  
  
• Assists with the supervision and training of other Public Works employees.
  
  
• Prepares and reviews ordinances, resolutions, agreements and other legal documents affecting the Public Works Department.

Experience:
Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in civil engineering, construction management, or public works project delivery, including experience in planning, design, and construction phases of infrastructure projects. 

Education:
Graduation from a four (4) year college or university with a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Public Administration, or a closely related field. (Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis).

Licenses:
Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain.

• Operate a personal computer and other modern office equipment.
  
  
• Practical application of advanced mathematical calculations and concepts as appropriate for the assigned engineering task.
  
  
• Use logic, scientific reasoning, industry standard methodology and techniques to develop, review and evaluate projects, plans, and specifications.
  
  
• Communicate clearly and effectively in writing, in person, and over the telephone.
  
  
• Analyze complex data, interpret policies, procedures and regulations, develop appropriate conclusions, and prepare reports.
  
  
• Resolve conflicts and respond appropriately to complaints.
  
  
• Manage multiple priority projects with competing deadlines and under stressful conditions.
  
  
• Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations.
  
  
• Conduct field inspections on uneven surfaces under various environmental conditions.
  
  
• Train and evaluate assigned project team members.
  
  
• Frequent use of depth perception, peripheral vision and color perception.
  
  
• Frequently lift, carry, reach, push, pull, twist and manipulate large and small objects.
  
  
• Frequently kneel, bend, twist, squat, balance and crawl.
  
  
• Frequent use of hand-eye coordination.
  
  
• Frequent use of data entry device including repetitive hand and arm motion.
  
  
• Frequently lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
  
  
• Normal dexterity, frequent holding and grasping.
  
  
• Sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.
  
  
• Regular attendance is an essential function.
  
  
  

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of Civil Engineering, construction management, and design of Public Works projects.
  
  
• Methods and equipment used in engineering, construction, and surveying, and inspection.
  
  
• Strength, properties, and applications of engineering construction materials and associated testing methods.
  
  
• Principles and techniques of organization, supervision, management, training, program budgeting and monitoring.
  
  
• Accepted safety practices relating to Public Works projects.
  
  
• Environmental elements and requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act and California Environmental Act.
  
  
• Federal, State, and local Codes/laws relating to planning, development and construction of Public Works projects.
  
  
• Project management and engineering software used in planning and design of Public Works projects.
  
  

Ability to:

• Prepare, review, and analyze construction plans and specifications. 
  
  
• Plan, organize and direct the work of professional and sub-professional Public Works personnel and consultants.
  
  
• Prepare and direct the preparation of legal descriptions and contracts.
  
  
• Administer the construction of large Public Works projects.
  
  
• Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with governmental agencies, contractors, staff, other County departments and officials, and with the general public.
  
  
• Analyze situations and adopt an effective course of action.
  
  
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
  
  
• Update professional occupation job knowledge to keep current and informed of new developments relating to the position.

Salary : $105,373 - $128,170