Utility Engineer

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JOB SUMMARY

Under general direction of the Director of Engineering, plans, organizes, coordinates, and directs the City’s municipal utility engineering programs involving civil engineering projects, construction, inspection, surveying, infrastructure maintenance, and all other related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Reviews utility proposals and utility design plans, etc. for compliance with City Ordinances, codes and regulations. Assist in the research and review of Planning and Zoning Commission items. Plan, organize and coordinate a variety of activities related to the utility design, construction, and management of City water and wastewater projects including Water Treatment Plant, Wastewater Treatment Plant and distribution system facilities. Manages assigned Engineering personnel. Assist in construction inspection activities of water and wastewater infrastructure and other related City facilities. Design engineering projects involving water systems, sewer systems, structures, and other City improvements. Prepare estimates, schedules, specifications and bid documents; develop specifications for contracting work to be performed; coordinate the work of contractors, operations staff and consultants; review work in progress and upon completion to verify compliance with applicable specifications, laws, and codes. Review designs of engineering consultants, developers and other contractors. Provide technical assistance to operations staff and engineering to assure compliance with City codes and all applicable State and Federal regulation, ordinances and general engineering practices; perform field review of sites as necessary. Review and investigate engineering concerns related to public improvement programs; analyze situations and recommend corrective action. Coordinate engineering operations and activities with outside agencies; communicate with other governing agencies as needed. Assist in the implementation of the Comprehensive Master Plan. Prepare a variety of technical reports to support engineering programs. Provide support and assistance to City staff and City Council. Performs other related duties as assigned.