Supervises and participates in engineering activities for municipal public works.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare the more difficult plans and specifications for paving and drainage improvements;
• Supervise the work of professional and technical staff engaged in preparation of plans, specifications and cost estimates for municipal public works projects;
• Select, train, evaluate, and supervise personnel directly or through subordinate personnel;
• Establish performance standards, work priorities, and schedules;
• Coordinate engineering projects with other departments;
• Prepare documents for review and action by City Council;
• Assist in budget preparation and administration;
• Prepare reports on engineering projects and activities;
• Review preliminary plats and make recommendations to Planning and Zoning Commission;
• Provide assistance to developers, landowners, and real estate agencies on engineering issues related to subdivisions or property.

Qualifications:

Completion of a bachelor degree in civil engineering or closely related field with an additional five years of experience as a licensed civil engineer; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:

Registered Professional Engineer.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of civil engineering;
• Computer software for engineering applications such as Autocad and Geographical Information Systems (G.I.S.);
• Methods and materials used in public works construction;
• Contract administration.

Ability to:

• Design and estimate costs for public works construction projects;
• Deal with others effectively;
• Operate computer and software;
• Supervise the work of others;
• Perform professional civil engineering duties.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to occasionally lift up to 10 pounds;
• Ability to occasionally carry up to 10 pounds;
• Ability to occasionally stand or walk;
• Ability to occasionally reach above, at, or below shoulder height;
• Ability to frequently handle objects.

Application must be submitted online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lubbock. Jobs close at 5:00 p.m. on the closing date posted on the City website. For a complete list of job openings with the City of Lubbock please visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Lubbock.