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Job Description
Close Date: Friday July:00 AM
Department: Storm Water Services Department
Salary: $85237.21 - $106546.52 Commensurate with Experience
SUMMARY
This position is a senior level engineering position based in the Storm Water Services Engineering and Design Division requiring expert knowledge in all aspects of stormwater infrastructure design principles and practices as well as designing complex drainage projects.This position is involved in managing consultant contracts and providing technical expertise and guidance for storm drainage improvement projects. The work location for this position is located at 4100 West Tyvola Road or 700 Parkwood Avenue and does currently allow for a hybrid work schedule.
Offering Range:$95892.00 - $106546.00 Commensurate with Experience
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Direct mentor and provide engineering support and expert guidance for a team of design engineers to develop project existing conditions analysis scoping for design concepts developing designed construction plans and managing scheduling of project activities such as real estate survey utility coordination and construction.
- Perform contract management activities including schedule and fee review processing invoices purchase orders and amendments. This may include meeting with consultant firms on an as needed basis to discuss external resource production in support of the contract.
- Provide professional North Carolina seal on engineering documents including plans calculations reports or as needed.
- Collaborate with the Construction and Utilities Division to resolve any constructability issues or design modification(s) needed during construction.
- Serve as a point of contact for the Division the Department and the City on stormwater issues.
- Develop and implement activities to improve the teams processes work practices and performance.
- Communicate and respond to citizens the public management and city officials.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
- Proficient in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling principles methods and software.
- Proficient in problem solving skills for resolution of storm drainage repair rehabilitation improvements and be able to lead engineering staff regarding these principles.
- Proficient knowledge of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Drainage Design Manual City of Charlotte Land Development Standards NCDOT Standards and Specifications and other local ordinances requirements and/or manuals related to the design of stormwater projects.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to apply conflict resolution techniques.
- Proficient in managing consultant contracts.
- Ability to interpret analyze prepare and explain complex technical reports data technical specifications and recommendations.
- Good communication skills both verbal and written.
- Ability to work cooperatively with other City employees and the public.
- Ability to plan prioritize and organize work and complete assignments with minimal supervision.
- Proficient computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office Products (Word Excel).
- A valid drivers license a good driving record with the ability to obtain and maintain a City Driving Permit.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge and experience in stormwater engineering principles design construction and permitting practices.
- Coaching and mentoring skills in leading internal staff consistent with the Storm Water Strategic Plan.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in engineering or a related field and five (5) years of progressive work experience in planning design and construction of storm drainage systems.
- Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE).
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
The Citys Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes but is not limited to: reference checks social security verification education verification criminal conviction record check and if applicable a credit history check sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.
Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidates written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.
Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process candidates may be asked to take a skills test and/or participate in other assessments.
The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online.
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You are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby where we have workstations available. Our office is located at 700 East 4th Street Suite 200 Charlotte NC 28202. Our hours are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (EST) excluding official City holidays.
For questions about your application or the hiring process please email .
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BENEEFITS
The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to all employees.
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The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.
Employment Type
Full-Time
