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Civil Design Engineer Supervisor

Salary

$106,719.00 - $156,939.00 Annually

Location

MN 55901, MN

Job Type

Regular FT

Job Number

20240064A

Department

Public Works

Opening Date

10/14/2024

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POSITION DESCRIPTION

The City of Rochester welcomes applications for:

Civil Design Engineer Supervisor

Nature of Work

The Civil Design Engineer Supervisor is a supervisory position responsible for engineering work related to the planning, design, and construction of Public Works programs and capital improvement projects. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: leading, managing, and directing the work of assigned employees in design, survey, and material testing disciplines, conducting complex engineering calculations to determine compliance with local, federal, and state requirements, leading, managing, designing, and coordinating public infrastructure projects and completing engineering administrative functions. This position will collaborate with other city departments and divisions and represent the City positively in relationships with developers, consultants, citizens and other agencies. While primarily in the office, the Civil Design Engineer Supervisor will conduct site inspections and reviews.

Starting salary is $106,719 to $125,551, with advancement to $156,939.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To have your application considered with the first round of application review, be sure to apply before

October 30, 2024.

The City of Rochester is committed to a community where all members feel a sense of belonging. We commit to recognizing the diversity of our community members, listening to ALL voices and providing equitable services to create an inclusive place to live, play and work.

We believe EQUITY should be at the center of all our work. We strive to represent our community in our teammates, as we know that diverse and inclusive teams are more innovative, and have an empowering impact on the work, progress and culture of our community.

It takes us all working together

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The work below is representative of the scope of work performed within this job classification.

*Manage and lead design for public infrastructure programs and capital improvement projects in accordance with federal, state and local requirements.

• Conduct preliminary planning meetings and utilize applicable studies to determine the basic engineering methodology to be employed and basic layout of the proposed capital improvement projects.

• Conduct in-depth engineering and analysis to determine required characteristics of infrastructure materials and design.

• Design preliminary concepts and plans for review by staff.

• Develop budgets and schedules for public infrastructure and capital improvement projects.

• Serve as Project Manager and licensed Engineer on City designed projects and other related infrastructure projects.

• Conduct site visits to confirm compliance as necessary.

• Process projects through necessary reviews, permits, etc.

• Prepare specifications and bid documents for Public Works and other departments utilizing the City’s competitive bid process.

• Manage retained consultant work progress and product.

  Lead, manage, and direct the work of assigned employees in the design, survey and materials divisions

• Provide work direction to employees relative to the completion of designated assignments; delegate responsibilities as appropriate.

• Supervise employees in professional and technical classifications.

• Provide employees with ongoing coaching and feedback; conduct annual performance evaluations in compliance with organizational policies; initiate corrective action when appropriate.

• Partner with the designated human resources business partner to implement effective hiring and selection practices.

• Lead orientation and onboarding for new employees.

• Assist with the development and maintenance of divisional budgets and strategic priorities.

• Ensure employee personnel, timekeeping, and training records are accurately maintained per City policy and statutory requirements.

  *Review and approve plans for capital improvements

• Manage Capital Improvement project plan and specification review and approval processes for infrastructure projects.

• Review projects for conformance to standards.

• Review engineering concepts such as street layout, hydrology, drainage, pipe capacity, etc.

• Meet with and negotiate changes with developers and consulting engineers.

  Complete engineering administrative functions in the management of programs, preparation of budgets, and completion of research/reports

• Manage the operation, maintenance and updating of infrastructure related files, maps and plans.

• Deliver detailed technical support, research analysis, cost estimates, feasibility reports and professional recommendations regarding municipal engineering infrastructure issues.

• Maintain annual list of infrastructure improvements for Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) reporting.

• Manage the operation and updating of various infrastructure condition inspection programs.

• Develop budgets and schedules for Capital Improvement Program projects.

• Provide recommendations relating to project schedules and priorities.

• Oversee project procurement including Best Value Selection, design-build, competitive bid, and other procurement methods.

  *Coordinate and lead updates to City Engineering Standard and Standard Detail Plates.

• Maintain current file of applicable rules and regulations pertaining to public works i.e. state aid rules, EEO requirements, wetlands rules, etc.

• Research and review of new products and methodologies.

• Direct periodic review of standards with staff, consulting engineer, contractors, etc.

• Direct preparation of revised or new standard plans and specifications as required.

• Develop procedures for conformance in contracts.

  Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.

  *Essential Functions

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

A Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited college or university and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal engineering practices and principles.

Experience with Autodesk Civil 3D.

OR

An equivalent combination of education to successfully perform the essential duties of the job may be substituted for the required amount of experience.

If this work interests you but you are unsure if you meet all the job requirements listed above, please apply anyway! Your experience is likely more applicable to the role than you think, and the City is interested in candidates who can bring not only technical expertise but a variety of lived experience to the team.

Licenses and/or Certifications

Valid driver's license.

A Professional Engineer's designation within six months of hire.

Desirable Qualifications

Demonstrated project management experience.

Experience with specialized design software such as XPSWMM and HydroCAD

Experience with OneOffice by RTVision, or other construction project management software.

Supervisory experience leading technical and/or professional employees.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.

In consideration of the overall amount of physical effort required to perform this position, the work is best described as Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.

Physical demands that may be required continuously (2/3 or more of the time), frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time), and occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) are noted below:

Frequent demands: sitting, walking, reaching, handling, fine dexterity

Occasional demands: standing, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, kneeling

Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include sight, hearing, touch and smell

Environmental conditions that may exist in the performance of the essential functions of this job include:

Noise (need to shout in order to be heard)

Vibration (exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body)

Exposure to dust/gas/fumes/steam/chemicals

Work outdoors (no effective protection from weather)

Walk on uneven ground (gravel, rocks, mounds, construction sites)

Work at heights (such as on scaffolding or ladders)

Working around moving machinery (fork-lifts, tractors, mowers)

EMPLOYEE BENEFIT AND RETIREMENT SUMMARY (https://www.rochestermn.gov/home/showdocument?id=36371&t=637988555643816877)

01

The following supplemental information may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided in your application and resume. You must be honest and accurate in answering the supplemental questions and do not type "see resume". You may also be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview for this position. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is true and accurate. Any information provided may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information will eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. Do you understand and agree with this statement?

• Yes

• No

  02

  What is your preferred name?

  03

  Which of the following best describes your level of education?

• High school diploma or equivalent G.E.D.

• Less than 2 years post-secondary training

• Completion of a 2 year program or degree

• Completion of a 4 year program or degree

• Completion of a Master's degree or higher

• None of the above

  04

  Other than your High School diploma/GED, which of the following best describes the field of study for your degree?

• Civil Engineering

• A field of study closely related to the above

• My degree is in an area NOT RELATED to any of the above

• N/A - I do not have a degree

  05

  Which of the following describes your current Professional Engineering licensure? (select all that apply)

• Registered Professional Engineer with the State of Minnesota

• Registered Professional Engineer with another State

• I do not currently possess Professional Engineer designation but am able to obtain it within 6 months of starting employment

• I do not currently possess Professional Engineer designation and am NOT able to obtain it within 6 months of starting employment

  06

  Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes

• No

  07

  Which of the following best describes your years of full-time employment experience in civil/municipal engineering or similar field?

• No experience

• Less than 3 years

• More than 3 years, but less than 4 years

• More than 4 years, but less than 5 years

• More than 5 years, but less than 6 years

• More than 6 years, but less than 7 years

• More than 7 years, but less than 10 years

• More than 10 years

  08

  Please indicate the areas of Civil / Municipal Engineering that you are PROFICIENT in: (select all that apply)

• Construction Management

• Pavement (bituminous and concrete) construction or design

• MnDOT standards

• Bridge construction

• Sanitary sewer engineering and construction

• Water main engineering and construction

• Construction inspection and oversight

• Preparation of construction plans and specifications

• Plan review

• None of the above

  09

  Please indicate the versions of software in which you are proficient. (Select all that apply)

• Microsoft Access or other similar database software

• AutoCAD Civil 3D

• HydroCAD

• XPSWMM

• OneOffice by RTVision

• ArcGIS

• Other construction project management software

• Microsoft Excel

• Microsoft Outlook

• Microsoft SharePoint

• None of the above

  10

  Which of the following best describes your years of full-time employment experience designing and/or drafting in AutoCAD or Civil 3D?

• No experience

• Less than 1 year

• More than 1 year, but less than 3

• More than 3 years, but less than 5

• More than 5 years, but less than 7

• More than 7 years, but less than 10

• More than 10 years

  11

  Which of the following best describes your experience overseeing and directing the activities performed by other staff?

• No experience

• Limited - I have provided some work direction or suggestions to other staff

• Moderate - I occasionally provide work direction and/or training to other staff

• Extensive - I frequently provide direction to and/or formally supervise other employees as a regular part of my job

  12

  Tell us how your professional, educational and lived experiences would help you be successful in this role.

  13

  CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: If selected as a finalist, are you willing to undergo a background investigation which may include, but not limited to: verification of employment and educational records, identification verification, driver's license record and a criminal history?

• Yes

• No

  Required Question

Agency

City of Rochester

Address

201 4th Street SE Rochester, Minnesota, 55904

Phone

(507) 328-2555

Website

https://www.rochestermn.gov/employment

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