DWM Watershed Protection - Civil Engineer, Sr

Company: City of Atlanta
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: September 27, 2024

Job Description:

Posting Expires: Open until filled. -Salary Range: $56,614.48-$94,288.48General SummaryThe Office of Watershed Protection requires a civil engineer with extensive knowledge of storm water management to oversee the design and construction of the storm water Capital Improvement Program (CIP), as well as asset management, project prioritization, engineering design and standards review. This is a mid-level level position charged with responsibility for one or more activities within a department. Position oversees green and grey storm water infrastructure projects from conceptual development through design and construction; develops scopes of work, and cost estimates for Office of Watershed Protection projects and programs; designs green and grey infrastructure to address drainage or water quality issues; and maintains compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. -Essential Duties & Responsibilities - These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. - May perform other duties as assigned.

• Designs, schedules, and oversees construction of green storm water infrastructure projects; develops scopes of work and cost estimates for projects while maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Serves as a liaison and technical expert for transportation, roadway, parks and trail projects for the City that involve storm water management and green infrastructure design.
• Represents the City of Atlanta as the owner's representative for the Office of Watershed Protection construction projects. - Responds to emails and phone calls from citizens concerning the City's environmental and storm water regulations.
• Mitigates potential risks by incorporating clear and verifiable quality requirements and procedures and enforcing the contract requirements for projects. -
• Acts as Subject Matter Expert (SME) and provides technical guidance. -
• Manages small to large design projects meeting schedule.
• Scope and budget objectives per requirements of -stakeholders. -
• Provides as needed expertise and input during wet weather events. -
• Provides design services to the Department of Watershed Management as well as all other requesting City of Atlanta Offices to support their operational activities. - -Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
  • Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction, intimate experience in storm water management design.
  • Knowledge of surveying, engineering, and construction methods; knowledge of planning, engineering design, and project management. -
  • Skilled in the use of software to create well-structured reports, spreadsheets, presentations, proposals, and other documents.
  • Skilled in preparing effective and strong oral and written communication.
  • Skilled in AutoCAD design software
  • Skilled in reading, interpreting, and producing legal documents (such as legal descriptions of property) -
  • Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships at all organizational levels, as well as with the public. -
  • Ability to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when dealing with difficult or sensitive situations.
  • Ability to work effectively, as part of a team to ensure team and business goals are met effectively and efficiently.
  • Ability to work independently when required. -Additional RequirementsEstablishes work methods, timetables, performance standards, etc. May commit department to action.

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