DEADLINE TO APPLY: This recruitment will remain open on a continuous basis until the needs of the City are met. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. The first application review is scheduled for January 8, 2025.

General Purpose:
The Senior Civil Engineer serves under the general direction of the Capital Improvement Program Manager.  The position is responsible for providing professional journey level engineering assistance to the City.  Particular emphasis may be in the areas of general engineering, transportation planning, traffic engineering, subdivision and private development plan checking, assessment district engineering, permit issuance, capital project planning, design and construction management, and public works inspection services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this classification.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
 

Coordinates and manages responsible engineering and construction work in conjunction with municipal public works projects. Reviews engineering plans, specifications, subdivision maps and related engineering documents. Oversees the plan review and inspection activities of private development   improvements. Coordinates and manages the City’s Capital Improvement Program. Approves project plans and specifications in the City Engineer’s absence. Assists in preparing operating and capital improvement program budgets. Supervises both City and contract employees. Represents the City on various local and regional committees relating to transportation and engineering issues. Prepares reports and grant applications. Supervises and coordinates contract agreements and activities including various   engineering and inspection services. Coordinates engineering work with other departments, consultants, contractors,   developers and property owners. Develops work schedules, assigns tasks, and evaluates performance of various   professional and technical staff. Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated professional with a proven track record in managing the design and construction of public infrastructure projects, such as: streets, facilities, storm drainage, parks, and open spaces.  It is preferred that the candidate have a minimum of twelve years of professional civil engineering experience with some Public Works design and construction experience. 

Candidates must have experience managing projects from cradle to grave, with ability to multi-task and provide excellent customer service to both internal staff, partner agencies, and the Dublin community.  Knowledge of public sector engineering practices in all types of infrastructure, previous experience with staff reports and contract management are a must. The City is seeking candidates who understand how to assess innovative technologies, climate change impacts on future infrastructure and facilities owned and operated by the City of Dublin. The candidates should have experience with all aspects of the Public Contracts Code contracting process from request for proposals (RFPs) through the project management and oversight phases of construction.

Skills in Project Management comprising of scope, quality, budget, life-cycle, environmental impacts, and schedule is a must when managing the efforts of consultants and contractors. Knowledge of the review of calculations to support engineering designs in accordance with applicable codes as well as reading, interpreting, and checking engineering drawings and designs, including permit requirements, specifications and cost estimating is required.

Training and Experience:

Any combination equivalent to education and experience is likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:  A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering or related field.  Additional formal education is desirable.

Experience:  A minimum of four years of full-time professional civil engineering and supervisory experience required.  Public agency experience desirable.

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements: 

Requires Professional Engineer License in the State of California.

Possession of a valid California Class C drivers’ license and Certificate of Automobile Insurance for Personal Liability.

Knowledge of: 

Civil engineering, practices and procedures. Local and state laws governing land development, public projects and assessment districts. Techniques and materials commonly used in the construction and maintenance of public projects. Customer service techniques. Accepted principles of supervision and of work organization. Ability To: Perform engineering work expected of a registered civil engineer. Review and analyze engineering and capital improvement projects and programs. Prepare and review department budgets, contracts, reports and related engineering documents. Present clear and concise verbal and written reports. Deal effectively with representatives from public and private agencies and with the general public in coordinating activities and resolving problems. Effectively direct the work of subordinate employees.