Senior Assistant Civil Engineer (Design)

Under general supervision, performs responsible technical work in the field of civil engineering, and assists in the management and documentation of major municipal engineering/construction projects.

• Analyzes project scope.
• Reviews and evaluates field conditions and data.
• Provides documentation control and organization of project record files.
• Utilizes MDOT Field Manager software or equivalent used by the City in order to maintain project records and accounting.  
• Develops and designs engineering solutions.
• Assists in preparation of construction plans.
• Ensures construction is performed in conformance with plans, specifications, budget and applicable standards.
• Interprets construction projects and plans. 
• Creates engineering/construction project documents.
• Prepares and maintains records and reports.
• Oversees, supervises and inspects work of contractors and other City workforce, as needed.
• Manages and supervises inspectors and other staff assigned to projects.
• Reviews work prepared by other team members.
• Instructs, counsels, mentors and advises division staff on assignments and tasks to see that work is performed satisfactorily and meets expected standards.
• Consults with supervisor on work assignments and personnel matters such as promotions, transfers, and disciplinary actions and grievances.  
• May supervise Assistant Engineers and other technical staff members.
• Initiates and directs training of divisional staff and colleagues.  
• Represents the department/division with individual groups of citizens, public agencies, or private stakeholder groups.