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Public Works Engineer

Employer
Town of Miami Lakes
Location
Miami Lakes, Florida
Salary
$77,200 - $99,554 + Benefits
Closing date
Dec 10, 2022

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Specialty
Construction Engineering, Utility Engineering
Position Type
Engineer, Staff Engineer
Contract Type
Permanent
Organization Type
Government
  • Plans, schedules, directs, and implements a year-round, Town-wide Public Works maintenance program.
  • Directs, supervises, coordinates and reviews work of assigned labor crews and contractors in the maintenance of sidewalks, roadways, storm drains, street lights, transit infrastructure, parking lots, road and entry signage, trails, and canals.
  • Investigates and resolves issues related to stormwater system problems such as unauthorized discharges, pollution complaints, health hazards, water quality, and contamination; responds to public inquiries, complaints, and other unusual problems.
  • Conducts periodic inspections of all assigned public works maintenance activities, noting deficiencies, and issuing instructions to correct problems; plans for future maintenance activities
  • Ensures the safety of staff and the public; ensures safety rules, regulations, and standards are followed by employees; ensures equipment is in safe operating condition; monitors use of equipment.
  • Prepares and reviews, as directed, contracts, agreements, and bid specifications. Attends community meetings and events as appropriate. Manages the training and guidance to public works maintenance personnel. Responds to public works emergencies and serves on operational teams during public emergencies/natural disasters. Assists the Director in obtaining appropriate department permits and certifications, i.e. NPDES and public works permit review Review project proposals and determine project scope, goals time frame, funding, resources and procedures for phases of projects assigned.  Reviews project plans and provides comments, as needed. Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion. Plan, schedule and track project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools. May occasionally be tasked to perform the duties of the Director of Public Works, as needed Other duties as assigned

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