Civil Engineer 2 - Transportation Engineering

Salary RangeCheck below to see if you have what is needed for this opportunity, and if so, make an application asap.8,270.00 - 12,405.00Job SummaryAs one of the fastest growing cities in the Pacific Northwest, Vancouver is building a city of the future through innovation, sustainable development, excellent leadership and effectively working with an engaged community. Our growth is guided by our core values of livability, sustainability and resiliency, innovation, and equity and inclusion, and we accomplish our work through collaboration, innovation, compassion and empowerment.If who we are speaks to you, and if you're the type of person who is interested in joining a team dedicated to and responsible for street and transportation improvement projects then the City of Vancouver may be for you.We're currently recruiting for a Civil Engineer - Public Works. The primary responsibilities for the job are to provide professional engineering for the delivery of transportation complete street improvement projects from planning studies and preliminary engineering through environmental documentation and right of way phases and final plans, specifications and estimates (PS&E). The purpose of complete street projects is to study, investigate and analysis existing transportation corridors to address multi-model facilities to accommodate all users and abilities. These projects will include street and transportation, signal and lighting, utility (water, sewer, and surface water), and other public works improvements; to prepare plans, specifications and requests for proposals and bids; to review plans and specifications and assist in the coordination and management of consultants' design work. Coordinate projects with construction and operations, other city departments, outside organizations, and with funding and regulatory agencies.At this time, this position is eligible for telework or hybrid schedule. As with all routine telework positions, employees may be required to come into the office on occasion based on business needs. Telework may be subject to change at a future time. Currently, all employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the City cannot support ongoing telework from other locations.This is a full-time, regular, exempt position. The schedule for this position is M-F, 8am to 5pm.Open until filled. First review date - March 25, 2025.Job DetailsEssential Functions:Prepare plans, specifications, cost and quantity estimates, and bid procedures for public works construction projects; establish such specifications as alignments and profiles, streets and right of ways widths, paving, signing and marking, traffic control, signal and lighting, landscaping as well as other miscellaneous elements. Responsible for bringing projects from planning phase through design to final PS&E (plans, specifications, and estimates) for construction bidding. Coordinate such projects with City departments, and other relevant agencies or parties. Provide engineering support to other City departments including development review, engineering, construction, and operations.Manage small to medium size projects. Assist in the coordination and management of consultants and review of consultants' design work to assure accuracy and compliance with laws, design criteria, and City's specifications and standards. Manage consultant contract tasks such as environmental and right of way consultants and monitor their progress and approve and process their payments.Conduct field site visits to project sites, travel to offsite meetings and trainings. Drive a City vehicle in a safe and appropriate manner between worksites.Prepare requests for proposals and bids, and review contract bids and proposals. Prepare stormwater analysis and stormwater reports for street projects. Process documentation for right of way acquisitions and coordinate projects right of way certifications with funding agencies. Process environmental documentation for projects and coordinate environmental approvals with regulatory agencies.Participate in the development of Six Year Transportation Improvements Plan (TIP). Participate in the initial planning of projects for inclusion in the TIP or funding applications and assist in establishing preliminary estimates, schedules, and budgets.Develop, maintain and update project specifications library, technical procedure manuals and technical standards details for transportation designs.Oversee automated computer design and mapping projects performed by personnel to assure accuracy and compliance with laws, design criteria, and plan specifications.Respond to public or other inquires relative to engineering policies and procedures on specific projects, system problem areas, and other divisional information.Attend planning commission meetings, city council and other public meetings as directed by management staff.Participate in the initial planning of projects to be proposed and make recommendations to assist managers in establishing schedules and budgets.Conduct comprehensive studies for system master planning of future expansions; develop proposals relative to projected construction of various public works projects. Identify and plan required Capital Improvement Projects for system expansion.Assist higher-level staff with the budgeting of division resources and development of division staff utilization plans. Provide and analyze data.Make recommendations to management.Act as a temporary stand-in for other project managers during periods of others' absence, including but not limited to temporarily acting as PM for developer funded projects, leading the development inspection team.Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.QualificationsExperience and EducationFour (4) years of increasingly responsible professional civil engineering experience. Experience in civil, transportation, water and sewer, stormwater, signal and lighting and pavement design preferred.Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field of study.Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.Computer SkillsKnowledge of Geographic Information Systems and AutoCADIntermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.Required Licenses and/or CertificationsPossession of:Possession of a Certification of Registration as a professional engineer in the State of Washington (or ability to obtain through reciprocity within one year).Valid Driver's LicenseKnowledgePrincipal and practices of civil and construction engineering.Principles and practices of project and construction managementPrinciples and practices of multimodal transportation design.Best practices in urban design where multiple transportation modes share roadway space.Terminology, methods, practices, and techniques used in technical civil engineering report and project estimate preparation.Principles of mathematics as applied to engineering work.Recent developments, current literature, and sources of information regarding civil engineering report and project estimate preparation.Principles and practices of project and construction management.Pertinent federal, state and local laws that pertain to: civil engineering practiceModern office procedures, methods and computer equipmentUse of personal computers and basic softwareAbilitiesResolve regulatory, public relations and system design questions.Conduct comprehensive engineering studies and develop appropriate recommendations.Perform technical research and solve multi-disciplinary engineering problems.Develop, review and modify civil or structural engineering plans, designs, and specifications.Exercise professional engineering judgment to achieve results consistent with objectives.Operate a personal computer and appropriate softwareWork in a manner consistent with the City of Vancouver's Operating PrinciplesWork and act as a team player in all interactions with other City employeesProvide a high level of customer service at all timesProject and maintain a positive image with those contacted in the course of workDevelop and maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships with team members and othersConsistently provide quality serviceMaintain regular and dependable attendanceDemonstrate a commitment to valuing differences among people and to being inclusiveShow the utmost respect for others, and act as a team playerPromote safety as a guiding principle and a regular practice in accomplishing work by focusing on safe practices and complying with safety and health policies and procedures.Recognize unsafe conditions which may be hazardous to an employee or to the public.Works in safe and responsible manner; not putting self or others at risk. Complies with applicable policies and procedures including but not limited to using personal protective equipment, observing warning signs, learning about potential hazards, and reporting all unsafe conditions.This position is subject to successful completion of a pre-employment reference check, a basic criminal background check and a driving abstract .The City of Vancouver is committed to advancing equity and creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We recognize that progress depends on more than just a verbal commitment; it depends on making meaningful organizational change. We developed and continue to develop strategies to enhance employee-centered programs, eliminate recruitment and advancement barriers, elevate employee understanding of DEI and cultural competency and build an inclusive and welcoming place to call work. We hope you'll consider joining us on the journey!Safety:The City of Vancouver believes every employee plays a role in maintaining a safe workplace. The City of Vancouver promotes safety as a guiding principle and practice and accomplishes work by creating safe work environments, complying with safety and health policies and procedures and consistently seeking improvements that support operational excellence.Diversity and Inclusion:At the City of Vancouver, we value and foster a workplace comprised of people with a range of different backgrounds, experiences and cultures. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is key to innovation, effectiveness and a positive culture. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:The City of Vancouver is dedicated to maintaining a work environment that extends equal opportunity to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability sexual orientation or gender identity. Employment decisions will be made to further the principle of equal employment opportunity and to comply with state, federal and local laws. We affirm through this policy statement our continuing commitment to the principles of equity and nondiscrimination.Veterans' Preference:Under Washington law, qualified veterans may be eligible for Veterans' preference when applying for City of Vancouver positions. Honorably discharged Veterans, their surviving spouses or spouses of honorably discharged Veterans with a permanent and total service-connected disability who would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this job should provide the qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.ADA Accommodation:Accommodations will be considered for applicants or candidates with a qualifying disability that prevents them from participating in this process. Accommodations will be made where the City can reasonably provide them without imposing an undue hardship on the business or compromising the integrity of the recruitment process. An applicant with any disability who believes that they need an accommodation should contact Human Resources: call 360-487-8417 or email Posting End DateOpen Until Filled

Created: 2025-04-02