Job Opportunity – City of Des Moines – Civil Engineer I

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Are you looking for a full-time opportunity to assist in the implementation of programs and projects in the Planning, Building and Public Works Department? Read on to learn more about this exciting opportunity:

Civil Engineer I

Des Moines, WA, USA

$73,810 to $89,729 annually (projected 2016 salary)

Hourly

Regular Full-Time

Nature of Work

Duties include approval of private drainage and/or transportation plans; investigation and engineering analysis of citizen concerns; administration and management of public capital improvement design and construction projects; preparation of plans, specifications and estimates application for funding assistance through federal, state and local programs; and coordination of work with skilled and/or clerical employees.

Essential Functions

  • Produces surveys, diagrams, plans, specifications, and estimates for surface water and/or transportation system improvements undertaken by the City. Manages design work that the City elects to do through engineering consultants.
  • Responds diplomatically and informatively to the questions and concerns voiced by the public.
  • Coordinates construction of capital improvement projects undertaken by the City, and inspects or manages consultant inspections of projects as approved by the Planning, Building and Public Works Director.
  • Checks development plans for compliance with the provisions of the City Code, King County Water Design Manual, ASSHTO, WSDOT, MUTCD and other City adopted standards.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

  • Principles and practices of civil engineering, particularly in transportation, as related to the design and construction of municipal Public Works facilities. Familiarity with the King County Surface Water Design Manual and WSDOT Design Manual, and the application of each.
  • State laws and procedures related to public works engineering and construction project administration.
  • Computer database and CAD programs.

Ability to:

  • Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Verbal presentations may be in front of groups or in difficult situations. Must be able to present complex technical data in an understandable manner to a variety of audiences.
  • Prioritize, organize, plan, and coordinate the work bases on City and Department objectives.
  • Maintain accurate and adequate project records.
  • Interpret, administer and enforce appropriate codes and stands within the context of established policy and applicable law.

Education and Experience Requirements

  • Graduation from college or university with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field,

OR

  • Two years of responsible civil engineering experience for a municipality, county, state, or engineering consulting firm AND a Washington State Engineer-in-Training Certificate (EIT).

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