Description

This position is responsible for leading and managing the day-to-day functions of the Engineering Department under the overall guidance of the Public Works Director. The City Engineer will perform complex professional work in organizing, directing, and managing the Engineering Department’s activities. The City Engineer serves as the City’s liaison with the public through presentations and other contacts regarding engineering projects.

Examples of Duties

These examples of area responsibilities are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work performed and are not meant to be inclusive. The position description is subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Supervise, assign duties, and direct the daily performance of the Engineering Department staff.
Provide overall direction and management of the City’s infrastructure improvement projects.
Determine applicable codes, regulations, and requirements for assigned projects.
Manage the preparation and development of infrastructure plans and specifications, advertisements for bids, reviews of construction bids, and contract award recommendations.
Oversee the review and response to engineering issues relative to development and redevelopment proposals.
Coordinate activities between the Engineering Department and other City Departments, outside agencies, project partners, and stakeholders.
Support the PW Director with review of available federal, state, or other funds as they may apply to public works and engineering functions, and determine appropriateness of applying for such funds. Oversee the application of such funds to support programs that will benefit the City as assigned.
Direct the work of consultants involved in City project design and project management activities.
Serve as advisor to the City Council, City staff, outside governmental agencies, consulting engineers, developers, and other parties on matters related to the City’s Engineering Department and projects.
Effectively communicate plans and progress on projects to City Council and the public.
Oversee assigned projects to ensure contractor compliance with project time and budget parameters.
Perform the City’s Municipal State Aid needs reporting duties, funding requests, and plan review submittal.
Develop feasibility reports, capital improvement plans, project budgets, and engineering studies.
Assist in developing the departmental budget.
Actively participate in the recruitment, selection, orientation, advancement, and evaluation of staff.
Encourage and promote individual staff development to ensure the highest quality of service and knowledge with regard to Engineering.
Perform other duties as required, assigned, apparent, or delegated.
Regular attendance is required.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from a regionally accredited college or equivalent.
Five or more years of progressively responsible engineering experience, with a focus in Municipal Engineering, municipal infrastructure projects and coordination of land development and redevelopment activities or related.
Demonstrated experience in concurrent management of multiple programs and complex projects.
Three years of supervisory experience or related experience providing work direction.
Registered as a Professional Engineer in the State of Minnesota or have the ability to obtain within six months.
Possession of a valid Driver’s License.
Good verbal and written English communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Engineering, Public Administration, or related field.
Previous experience as a City Engineer or work in the City Engineering Department of a similar size City.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Comprehensive knowledge of municipal engineering.
Advanced skills in project management.
Considerable skill in the development of project cost estimation and budgeting.
Ability to effectively supervise and provide leadership to a range of staff with different skills, job duties, and abilities.
Ability to act in a decisive manner, using good judgement.
Ability to critically assess problems and situations, and to anticipate needs and evaluate alternatives while supporting the City’s strategic goals and objectives.
Ability to deliver effective presentations at meetings and in public.
Skilled in public relations involving various infrastructure problems under sometimes stressful conditions.
Knowledge in the development of departmental budgets.
Knowledge and experience in the development and execution of Capital Improvement Plans, Comprehensive Plans, Engineering Studies, and Feasibility reports.
Knowledge of Municipal State Aid system policies and procedures.
Collaborative management style suited to build and enhance strong cooperative working relationships across City departments.
Possess confidence to permit staff to work with latitude and thereby focus on the goals and objectives of the Engineering Department.
Working ability to effectively use a computer for engineering and administrative/managerial tasks, including word processing, spreadsheets, and related engineering design and managerial software.
Familiarity with GIS and CADD software.
Ability to manage conflict effectively and professionally.
Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

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