Civil Engineer 2 Bridges
Civil Engineer 2 Bridges
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Position Summary
Why Its a great opportunity:In this position you will be performing intermediate level engineering work with several other engineers as a project team lead providing project management and as a bridge inspector performing Federally required bridge inspections per the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS). You will manage projects from start to finish designing various structure types generating estimates and maintaining schedules while coordinating with other County divisions.
Why Its a great department:PPW is a diverse and fast-moving department filled with motivated professionals working to ensure Pierce County is positioned to handle growth while building operating and maintaining reliable infrastructure to support livable communities. PPW is responsible for a broad and complex portfolio of services that provides unique opportunities to collaborate innovate and inspire. We are responsible for the County road and levee systems sewer systems airports ferries building permits environmental review sustainability community planning and code enforcement - just to name a few!Planning & Public Works Pierce County WA - Official Website
How to be successful in the role:Your success will come from timely project management and project completion. You will be expected to utilize software such as Word Excel Microsoft Project Bluebeam GIS and structural analysis software. Highly effective communication with other Planning and Public Works teams municipalities and team members is necessary to build your success. The projects you manage ensure critical transportation infrastructure is functional and available for Pierce County residents.
Your future in this role:In this position you will be doing both office and field work. On-site bridge inspections require working in and around bridges climbing down slopes and working from an under-bridge inspection truck (UBIT). Perform load ratings on County owned structures to maintain safety and compliance with federal state and local authorities. Pierce County offers professional development through the Leadership Certification program robust online learning and other training opportunities throughout your career to ensure your professional development and success. This position has multiple career growth and promotional opportunities in Pierce County to build on a great career.
Core daily responsibilities:
Manage and coordinate various capital improvement projects to include engineering design plans preparation specifications and estimate development and contract administration.
Review analyze and prepare engineering reports as required by state federal and local authorities. Presents findings orally or in writing to County staff officials or other agencies.
Reviews and recommends changes to consulting engineer prepared plans to meet County standards for roads bridges guardrail foundations signals/luminaires and other structures.
Reviews development projects for compliance with County ordinances state and federal statutes and regulations and adopted standards and county policy.A classification description with a more detailed list of essential functions can be foundhere.
Qualifications
A resume and cover letter are required for this position.
Registration as an Engineer-in-Training and seven years of progressively responsible experience related to the position is required.
A bachelors degree from an ABET accredited program in civil engineering or a closely related field may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis up to four years.
A valid drivers license is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
A Professional Engineers license.
Bridge inspection Team Lead certification.
Geotech Engineering experience involving reviewing and interpreting geotechnical reports integrating subsurface conditions into design documents cost estimates and construction schedules and investigating and resolving geotechnical issues encountered during construction such as unsuitable soils or groundwater intrusion.
As a condition of employment the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.Supplemental Information
To be considered for this opportunity please:
Complete and submit a detailed online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting APPLY above or go to: you have a question about this opportunity please email the Recruitment Team at and specify the Job Number and Title.
If you do not have internet access you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
Individuals needing accommodation in the application testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at at least two days prior to the need.
This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the Countys needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments phone screen and interviews.
At Pierce County diversity equity and inclusion means commitment not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit develop and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds cultures lifestyles and perspectives committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local direct and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a place people are proud to call home
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Employment Type
Full-Time
