Utilities Planning Senior Engineer

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Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the Hiring Process section below to learn more.

New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint however we may go slightly higher based on experience internal equity and market.

Bellevue Utilities provides future focused utility services to the community for current and future generations. Our mission is to actively support public health and safety quality neighborhoods and a healthy and sustainable environment and economy by effectively managing drinking water wastewater storm and surface water and solid waste in the City of Bellevue.

We have an exciting opportunity for you to utilize your knowledge and experience to support this mission as a Utilities Planning Senior Engineer. Bellevue Utilities is seeking an experienced and motivated professional to join our Engineering Planning Section responsible for the long-term vision of the Citys water sewer and storm systems. This position supports the City by identifying existing or future deficiencies proposing solutions supporting projects through to completion coordinating with other staff agencies and regional partners and other important work detailed below. The successful candidate may be familiar with storm and surface water water and wastewater systems and their associated capital projects.

Successful selected candidate may be eligible for a hiring bonus up to $10000 dependent on experience (half the bonus paid at time of hire and the other half after successfully completing the trial service period unless otherwise stated in the employees offer letter). Current and previous City of Bellevue employees are not eligible for this hiring bonus.

• Initiates major capital investment program (CIP) projects and/or other capital programs or projects; oversees project scope schedule and implementation.
• Coordinates with operations and maintenance staff and the Utilities Asset Manager to identify system deficiencies and potential capital investment program (CIP) projects.
• Participates on CIP project teams throughout the project lifecycle representing the Planning section and ensuring that project criteria and goals are met.
• Supports biannual development of the Citys capital investment program (CIP) budget including project identification prioritization cost estimating resource loading and scheduling.
• Manages or supports various planning studies including the Citys Water System Plan Wastewater System Plan and the Storm and Surface Water System Plan updates.
• Coordinates with adjacent utilities and regional partners on policy matters interlocal agreements and joint projects.
• Coordinates with the Transportation Department to identify conflicts and opportunities with utility infrastructure on transportation projects.
• Performs complex engineering analysis; prepares cost estimates; administers consultant contracts for engineering services; coordinates with private utilities.
• Manages project scope expenditures against project budget schedule and contracts; provides budgeting analysis for projects reviews required services permits and site conditions in order to determine appropriate budget.
• Oversees field investigations to identify problems assesses project feasibility and evaluates alternatives; provides research analysis reports and makes recommendations; coordinates with construction staff and contractors in field to interpret and modify design specifications as needed.
• Works with existing water and sewer system modeling staff to analyze and determine capacity needs deficiencies problems and solutions; uses analysis as basis for making decisions on system extensions required developer improvements and/or identification of future CIP projects.
• Supports programs to assess the condition of utility infrastructure using a variety of data and database software.
• Manages public involvement on complex projects and communicates/coordinates with the public as well as other city staff external consultants and outside agencies on project issues impacts benefits requirements and schedules.
• Reviews private development plans for conflicts/opportunities with other projects and capacity limitations; monitors developer extensions to completion.
• Assists in the development of engineering standards and provides technical support to other divisions and departments.
• Participates in the development of policies codes and procedures associated with Utility management design and construction.
• Conducts or oversees complex engineering analysis for engineering planning studies; presents study results and data to a variety of audiences including other engineers managers Council etc.
• Coordinates and participates in public involvement programs; responds to resident requests.
• Conducts site/field visits as needed.
• Works with attorneys and insurance companies when technical engineering expertise is required; represents the City as an expert witness in court.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

• Works under general supervision of the Utilities Planning Manager.
• May supervise or lead the work of engineering staff interns and consultants.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Thorough knowledge of civil engineering principles practices and methods as applicable to City utilities.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable City policies laws and regulations affecting division activities.
• Considerable skill in arriving at cost estimates on complex projects.
• Skill in dealing with complex and often unprecedented engineering issues.
• Ability to conduct necessary engineering research and compile comprehensive reports.
• Ability to use software databases and spreadsheet programs utilized by the City.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to work with the media and the public; ability to communicate to various groups with difference in age language culture education level and technical knowledge.
• Ability to apply sound engineering judgment under stressful situations to develop recommendations and make decisions.
• Extensive understanding of liability issues as they relate to utilities.
• Ability to understand permit requirements and obtain permits for a project.
• Ability to use a computer and effectively navigate Microsoft Office Suite engineering applications and data management software in performing essential duties.

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in civil engineering or other related fields.
• Five or more years of professional related experience in utilities engineering.
• Project management experience
• Washington State Professional Engineer license required.
• Washington State Drivers License required or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Flexible/Hybrid Working:
A hybrid work schedule is available for this position after an orientation period working in the office after hire. Remote work for this position is subject to departments operational needs and will be discussed with candidates during the selection process. Full-time remote work is not an available option. Once hired employees must reside in the State of Washington and within reasonable commuting distance to Bellevue City Hall.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work involves moving communicating operating computer equipment light tools and reaching.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee may be required to push pull lift and/or carry up to 40 pounds.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet while in the office or moderately loud when in the field.

HIRING PROCESS
The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name address and other demographics. To help us please complete the online application form as fully as possible.

• Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
• We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter resume writing sample and references.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions require the completion of references checks including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background checkprior to start employment
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial drivers license (CDL) licensures or additional certifications.

At the City of Bellevue youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions our interactions and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service Stewardship Commitment to Employees Integrity Innovation and Diversity Equity & Inclusion. Youll work in an environment that is innovative collaborative future focused and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. Its what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work live and explore.

Have we piqued your interest yet Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation marital status national origin genetic information disability age veteran status or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at or .If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.

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