Civil Engineer - Surface Water

Salary Range8,270.00 - 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 whose work impacts the community through engineering the local surface water system then the City of Vancouver may be for you.We're currently recruiting for a Civil Engineer - Surface Water. The primary responsibilities for the job are to perform professional engineering, work and/or administration focusing on the review, design, planning, investigation, and construction of surface water system projects. May provide project support for street, water utility, sewer utility, and other public works areas as needed. Review private developer projects and consultant designed capital improvement projects. Prepare and review plans and specifications, and act as a project manager on assigned projects. May lead an engineering technician on assigned projects.At this time, this position is eligible for telework up to 2 days per week for a 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 5, 2025.Job DetailsEssential Functions: Prepare engineering designs, specifications, costs, and quantity estimates of public work projects; obtain required easements or permits for storm water systems for construction.Prepare request for proposals and bids; review contract bids and proposals; assist in the coordination and review of consultant design work. Act as a project engineer; research applicable codes, regulations, and requirements for assigned project; develop engineering plans and compile preliminary layout of plans; write specifications for plans; coordinate required advertising for bids; support construction engineers and inspectors during actual construction. Review and check adequacy and accuracy of computations, preliminary layout and design work from the field and survey data. Review developer plans, reports, and specifications for public works projects, focusing on stormwater. Provide engineering support to development review process, including support during hearings, pre-application conferences, and planning commission meetings. Provide comments for staff reports addressing applicable codes and federal, state, and local regulations. Work with the Community and Economic Development Department on approvals.Review finished elements and oversee issues with file closure. Track progress on assigned projects to ensure compliance with designated time and cost schedules for project completion including site visitations, inspections, and evaluations 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 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. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. QualificationsExperience and Education Three (3) to four (4) years of experience in Civil Engineering Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related fieldComputer Skills Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems and AutoCAD Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.Required Licenses and/or Certifications 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 LicenseKnowledge Principles and practices of storm water design. 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 practice Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment Use of personal computers and basic softwareAbilities Work in a manner consistent with the City of Vancouver's Vision and Values Develop and maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships with team members, the development community, and customers. Resolve regulatory, public relations and system design questions. Manage engineering projects. Ensure project compliance with appropriate Federal, state, local rules, laws, and regulations. Monitor phases of construction projects and prepare progress reports. Conduct comprehensive engineering studies and develop appropriate recommendations. Perform technical research and solve multi-disciplinary engineering problems. Prepare and maintain technical civil engineering records and prepare comprehensive reports. Compile rough technical data and prepare statistical and narrative reports from field studies. Develop, review, and modify civil engineering plans, designs, and specifications. Exercise professional engineering judgment to achieve results consistent with objectives. Operate a personal computer and appropriate software Work and act as a team player in all interactions with other City employees Always provide a high level of customer service Project and maintain a positive image with those contacted in the course of work Consistently provide quality service Maintain regular and dependable attendance Demonstrate a commitment to valuing differences among people and to being inclusive Show the utmost respect for others, and act as a team player Promote 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. Responsible for ensuring a safe workplace in compliance with applicable policies, procedures and regulations. Ensures supervised employee review of the City Core Accident Prevention Plan, relevant safety policies and procedures, and training on illness and injury response and specific job-related safety concerns. Reports and appropriately escalates all safety issues and all injuries.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 Job Posting End DateOpen Until Filled

Created: 2025-03-12