Project Engineer

Summary/Objective

Assists the County Engineer with planning, design, construction, and oversight of county road, bridge, and drainage projects while supporting subdivision administration and regulatory compliance.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the County Engineer/Road Administrator in the review and approval of subdivision plats, construction plans, and planning materials from developers as indicated in the Smith County Subdivision Regulations.
• Assist the County Engineer/Road Administrator in road maintenance activities, including roadway reconstruction, drainage maintenance, and right-of-way maintenance.
• Conduct regular on-site inspections of construction activities, including paving, drainage, bridges, etc. to ensure compliance and to verify that construction adheres to approved plans
• Assist in the administration of the County’s flood plain ordinance.
• Supervise and inspect capital improvement projects and departmental annual contracts.
• Act as Smith County liaison with other counties, municipalities and State agencies.
• Work directly and in depth with citizens, employees, peers, supervisors, commissioners, and other department directors in problem resolution.
• Prepare and provide presentations to Commissioners Court, boards, committees, and to various groups and organizations as called upon.
• Represent the county on task forces and boards that relate to official capacity.
• Prepare, maintain, and monitor the Phase II MS4 Annual Report for Texas Commission of Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and oversee the annual reporting for all state and federal compliance.
• Communicates with and responds to constituents, other departments, and public or private entities' requests for services or projects.
• May organize and manage the department’s operations/dispatch center, administrative support, and emergency response operations.
• May be required to work outside of normal business hours.
• Assist in other areas as needed.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrate leadership through example.
• Demonstrate initiative and the ability to work independently.
• Effectively manage time and resources to maximize productivity and minimize operational downtime.
• Adhere to all County safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Collaborate effectively while maintaining a safe work environment.
• General knowledge of hardware and software applications for the operating of personal computers, spreadsheets, GIS, CADD software, plotters and survey equipment
• Plan, execute and manage the design of major public works construction projects
• Establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships with public officials, contractors, and with other county or local governmental departments
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills in dealing with internal and external customers
• Build excellent working relationships with regulatory agencies and the community
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science Degree (or Master’s Degree) in Civil Engineering
• Minimum of five (5) years related experience in public works projects
• Experience in Flood Plain Management and the ability to obtain Certified Floodplain Management credentials within one (1) year of employment
• Direct supervisory experience, including diverse groups of subordinates

• Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas (or able to obtain within 12 months.)
• Valid Texas Driver’s License

• Frequent sitting, standing, bending and walking.
• Occasional light lifting (30-40 lbs.) and carrying light loads for distances of up to 120 ft.
• Continuous use of the computer and keyboard.
• Continuous reading and communication both on the telephone and in person.