ASSISTANT TOWN ENGINEER
Apply NowCompany: Town of Arlington
Location: Arlington, VA 22204
Description:
ASSISTANT TOWN ENGINEER
Salary Range: $80,499 - $108,070
Definition
Engineering work involving preparation of engineering drawings and cost estimates, plan review, construction supervision, & inspection and surveying; including preparation and administration of bids and contracts for municipal infrastructure projects, construction monitoring all other related work, as required.
Supervision
Works under the general direction of the Town Engineer, following established procedures to ensure completion of assignments according to a prescribed time schedule.
Supervision Given
Coordinates work with and provides basic direction to the Junior Engineer. Supervises and coordinates the work of various contractors and vendors.
Performs a variety of responsible functions, requiring a thorough knowledge of departmental operations and procedures and the exercise of judgment and initiative, particularly in situations not clearly defined by precedent or established procedures.
Work Environment
Work is generally performed under typical office conditions; other work is performed at project sites, with some exposure to variable weather conditions, loud noise, and hazards associated with construction sites, such as working around heavy equipment, uneven footing, fumes or airborne particles. Work tasks generally coincide with the construction seasons.
The employee operates surveying equipment (transit unit with tripod), sledgehammer, hand tools, standard office equipment, computers, light trucks, and an automobile.
The employee makes frequent contacts with the general public to answer questions and address complaints, other town offices, such as Building, Police and Fire Departments, Water and Highway Division and other local and state agencies; contacts involve conveying complex information requiring accuracy, tact and discretion.
The employee is required to occasionally attend meetings outside of normal business hours.
The employee may have access to some department-related confidential information, such as bid documents.
Errors during performance of work may result in time and monetary loss to the Town and poor public relations. Errors in judgment could result in delay or loss of service to projects and town utilities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
Prepares design plans and construction specifications, including measurement and payment, for construction of streets, curbs and sidewalks, drainage, sewer and water distribution systems, parks and other projects.
Prepares various detailed and complex statistical reports. Leads coordination with vendors, other divisions of DPW and Town Departments in researching, gathering and presenting appropriate data. Ensures ongoing Town compliance with local, state and other mandates including development of training initiatives; develops plans to address identified deficiencies.
Prepare contracts, estimates of costs and administer bidding and contract requirements as well as evaluating and determining quantities and payments.
As it relates to the work above, conducts preliminary topographical site surveys and calculates grades and profiles. Resurveys projects upon completion of construction for actual construction cost and street plan adherence, notes corrections made and creates record plans when necessary.
Instructs contractors and Inspects public works construction projects, including streets, sewer and water mains; monitors the work in progress of contractors and utilities and ensures that construction work meets specifications and accepted standards; estimates payments due contractors.
Responds to inquiries from the public pertaining to town construction projects; explains construction projects to the general public; provides information concerning projects and assists the general public with particular problems and concerns; assists with over the counter and telephone inquiries.
Attend meetings as Designee of the Engineering Division and/or represent the Town during professional or regulatory workshops or interagency meetings as required.
Performs similar engineering or related work, as required, or as situation dictates.
Recommended Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
Bachelor of Science Degree in civil engineering; ten years of experience in an engineering design related field and experience in construction inspection, surveying and cost estimating; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Additional Requirements
Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification required. Professional Engineering Licensure preferred or ability to obtain within 2 years.
OSHA 10 Construction Safety and Health Training or ability to obtain within 6 months.
Valid Massachusetts motor vehicle operator's license.
Knowledge, Ability and Skill
Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering, land surveying and construction practices. Knowledge of public construction contracts and cost estimating.
Ability to work independently and interact effectively with the public, contractors and staff. Ability to operate surveying equipment and drafting instruments. Ability to keep accurate and detailed notes and records. Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and other engineering instruction documents. Ability to analyze, identify and solve complex problems..
Skill with computers including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, AutoCAD Civil 3D (version 2013 or later), HydroCad and ARC GIS applications.
Physical Requirements
Minimal physical effort is required to perform most duties. The employee is required to stand, walk, sit, speak and hear, use hands to operate equipment, climb, stoop and reach with hands and arms. Agility is required to access construction sites and the employee is routinely required to move items weighing up to 30 pounds; occasionally required to move items weighing 60 pounds, or more. Vision requirements include the ability to read routine and complex documents, use a computer and operate an automobile.
This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Code : 1201-1
Location : ENGINEER
Grade : SEIU GR 11 40 H
Group : SRV. EMPLO
Job Class : ASSISTANT ENGINEER
Posting Start : 09/04/2024
Posting End : 12/31/9999
Details : Applicant Tracking
Salary Range: $80,499 - $108,070
Definition
Engineering work involving preparation of engineering drawings and cost estimates, plan review, construction supervision, & inspection and surveying; including preparation and administration of bids and contracts for municipal infrastructure projects, construction monitoring all other related work, as required.
Supervision
Works under the general direction of the Town Engineer, following established procedures to ensure completion of assignments according to a prescribed time schedule.
Supervision Given
Coordinates work with and provides basic direction to the Junior Engineer. Supervises and coordinates the work of various contractors and vendors.
Performs a variety of responsible functions, requiring a thorough knowledge of departmental operations and procedures and the exercise of judgment and initiative, particularly in situations not clearly defined by precedent or established procedures.
Work Environment
Work is generally performed under typical office conditions; other work is performed at project sites, with some exposure to variable weather conditions, loud noise, and hazards associated with construction sites, such as working around heavy equipment, uneven footing, fumes or airborne particles. Work tasks generally coincide with the construction seasons.
The employee operates surveying equipment (transit unit with tripod), sledgehammer, hand tools, standard office equipment, computers, light trucks, and an automobile.
The employee makes frequent contacts with the general public to answer questions and address complaints, other town offices, such as Building, Police and Fire Departments, Water and Highway Division and other local and state agencies; contacts involve conveying complex information requiring accuracy, tact and discretion.
The employee is required to occasionally attend meetings outside of normal business hours.
The employee may have access to some department-related confidential information, such as bid documents.
Errors during performance of work may result in time and monetary loss to the Town and poor public relations. Errors in judgment could result in delay or loss of service to projects and town utilities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
Prepares design plans and construction specifications, including measurement and payment, for construction of streets, curbs and sidewalks, drainage, sewer and water distribution systems, parks and other projects.
Prepares various detailed and complex statistical reports. Leads coordination with vendors, other divisions of DPW and Town Departments in researching, gathering and presenting appropriate data. Ensures ongoing Town compliance with local, state and other mandates including development of training initiatives; develops plans to address identified deficiencies.
Prepare contracts, estimates of costs and administer bidding and contract requirements as well as evaluating and determining quantities and payments.
As it relates to the work above, conducts preliminary topographical site surveys and calculates grades and profiles. Resurveys projects upon completion of construction for actual construction cost and street plan adherence, notes corrections made and creates record plans when necessary.
Instructs contractors and Inspects public works construction projects, including streets, sewer and water mains; monitors the work in progress of contractors and utilities and ensures that construction work meets specifications and accepted standards; estimates payments due contractors.
Responds to inquiries from the public pertaining to town construction projects; explains construction projects to the general public; provides information concerning projects and assists the general public with particular problems and concerns; assists with over the counter and telephone inquiries.
Attend meetings as Designee of the Engineering Division and/or represent the Town during professional or regulatory workshops or interagency meetings as required.
Performs similar engineering or related work, as required, or as situation dictates.
Recommended Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
Bachelor of Science Degree in civil engineering; ten years of experience in an engineering design related field and experience in construction inspection, surveying and cost estimating; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Additional Requirements
Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification required. Professional Engineering Licensure preferred or ability to obtain within 2 years.
OSHA 10 Construction Safety and Health Training or ability to obtain within 6 months.
Valid Massachusetts motor vehicle operator's license.
Knowledge, Ability and Skill
Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering, land surveying and construction practices. Knowledge of public construction contracts and cost estimating.
Ability to work independently and interact effectively with the public, contractors and staff. Ability to operate surveying equipment and drafting instruments. Ability to keep accurate and detailed notes and records. Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and other engineering instruction documents. Ability to analyze, identify and solve complex problems..
Skill with computers including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, AutoCAD Civil 3D (version 2013 or later), HydroCad and ARC GIS applications.
Physical Requirements
Minimal physical effort is required to perform most duties. The employee is required to stand, walk, sit, speak and hear, use hands to operate equipment, climb, stoop and reach with hands and arms. Agility is required to access construction sites and the employee is routinely required to move items weighing up to 30 pounds; occasionally required to move items weighing 60 pounds, or more. Vision requirements include the ability to read routine and complex documents, use a computer and operate an automobile.
This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Code : 1201-1
Location : ENGINEER
Grade : SEIU GR 11 40 H
Group : SRV. EMPLO
Job Class : ASSISTANT ENGINEER
Posting Start : 09/04/2024
Posting End : 12/31/9999
Details : Applicant Tracking