Senior Engineer (Belmont) #2403-230600-02
- Date Opened
- Thursday, March 14, 2024 7:30 AM
- Close Date
- Tuesday, April 30, 2024 11:59 PM
- Section
- Storm Water Services
- Salary
- $93,099 - $103,442.00/year
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Introduction
Overview
The City of Charlotte is the largest municipality in North Carolina and the 15th largest city in the United States, with a total population of more than 897,000 citizens. A major commerce center, Charlotte hosts several of the nation’s largest banks and technology companies.
Also known as the Queen City, Charlotte is home to the Carolina Panthers, the Charlotte Hornets and the NASCAR Hall of Fame. We work hard to ensure that the community will be a winning city for everyone – a truly remarkable place to live, work, learn and play. Join us in helping to keep our City thriving, ensuring upward mobility and advancement in the workplace.
Function
Summary
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Design of complex minor projects including initial assessment, scope development, and preparation of construction plans and estimates.
- 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.
- Processing contract invoicing, funding, and amendments to make sure project production meets set divisional goals. 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.
- Successful applicant will be required to work with construction staff to resolve any constructability issues or design modification(s) needed during construction for both internal and external engineers.
- Serve as a point of contact for the Division, the Department and the City on stormwater issues.
- Develop and implement activities to improve the team’s 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.
- Proficient in managing consultant contracts.
- Experienced in engineering environmental impacts associated with drainage project design regarding local, state and federal regulations.
- 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 driver’s license, a good driving record with the ability to obtain and maintain a City Driving Permit.
Preferred Qualification
- 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.
- Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE)
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field and five (5) years of progressive work experience in planning, design, and construction of storm drainage systems.
Salary
- $93,099 - $103,442.00 Commensurate with Experience
Conditions of Employment
The City’s 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 candidate’s 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. 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.
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Benefits
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.
In Conclusion