Utilities Projects Engineer (P.E.)

Performs highly responsible professional, managerial, and technical work planning and coordinating major construction programs and activities for assigned Division within the County. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating activities to ensure projects are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters. Duties include participation at various levels in design, estimation, and supervision of County construction projects.

• Identifies and develops department projects by evaluating needs, directing appropriate corrective design procedures, and providing estimates of costs for improvement.
• Serves as a liaison between designated County Divisions, Departments, and the public.
• Participates in the selection of professional consultants and administers engineering services contracts.
• Reviews construction progress of private contractors and County personnel engaged in County projects.
• Assists in the development of long-range capital improvement program, annual budget, and work programs.
• Oversees and supervises projects in construction stage.
• Oversees, administers, and prepares Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) grants and quarterly progress reports and reimbursement requests.
• Prepares and coordinates permit applications with various State and federal agencies.
• Participates in public information programs and meetings related to county projects and programs.
• Reviews technical documents, plans, specifications prepared by other engineering staff to ensure quality and performance levels are consistent with the Utilities' requirements; provides technical direction, guidance, and assistance to other engineering staff.
• Oversees the preparation of bid packages for the construction of infrastructure improvements, administers construction contracts, and provides technical assistance, guidance, and direction regarding engineering inspections.
• Provides professional engineering services, including signing, sealing, and certification of projects.
• Selects, promotes, trains, ensures the safety, appraises, and disciplines assigned personnel.
• Performs basic administrative duties including written reports, memorandums, letters, presentations, and electronic correspondence, interaction with others, and communication through telephone and meetings.
• Provides exceptional customer assistance, problem-solving, and/or complaint resolution by all forms of communication.

• Bachelor's Degree
  1. Preferred:
     • Civil Engineering
     • Environmental Engineering
• Five (5) years of experience in engineering to include lead or supervisory experience
• Or an equivalent combination of relevant training, education and experience.

• Must maintain a valid driver's license.
• Registered Professional Engineer in Civil Engineering
  1. Within six (6) months of position assignment:
     1. Ability to obtain registration in Florida

• Knowledge of departmental policies, plans, and procedures.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, plans, and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other job-related computer programs and software applications.
• Knowledge of engineering principles and practices as related to department projects.
• Knowledge of statistical and research procedures and techniques as they apply to project engineering.
• Skill in the use of standard office computer equipment and software applications including project management software and CADD.
• Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.
• Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.
• Skill in the use of office equipment such as a computer, multi-line telephone system, scanner, fax machine, and copier.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications; determine contract requirements; provide necessary design guidance and estimate costs for proposed projects.
• Ability to evaluate technical engineering information and statistics and to arrive at valid decisions on the basis of such information.
• Ability to write complex documentation both for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to plan, organize, direct and appraise the work of professional and technical support personnel and environmental consultants.
• Ability to make decisions recognizing established precedents and practices and to use resourcefulness and tact in solving new problems.
• Ability to develop effective proposals, prepare, and maintain accurate records and reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public officials, department heads, representatives of other organizations, peers, subordinates, and the general public.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting department rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to provide internal/external guidance and customer assistance via all forms of communication.
• Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes.
• Ability to author reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Walking, sitting, hearing, seeing up close, seeing far away, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions, depth perception. Occasional lifting up to 15 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a relatively safe, and secure work environment

.RISK/SAFETY CONDITIONS

The position requires no exposure or risk related to physical and/or mental health and safety.

DISCLAIMER: The information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, environmental conditions, or qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.