ASSISTANT / ASSOCIATE / CIVIL / SENIOR ENGINEER

POSITION DESCRIPTION DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The City of Manteca is on the lookout for dedicated and talented engineers who want to make a real difference in our community.

We're searching for creative and forward-thinking professionals to join our vibrant Engineering Department and lead projects that enhance transportation networks and upgrade critical utility systems.

If you're passionate about shaping the future of engineering in Manteca, we'd love to hear from you!

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES ASSISTANT ENGINEER BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of the Director of Engineering/City Engineer or his/her designee, plan, organize and manage assigned capital improvement projects for the Engineering department; perform a variety of technical and complex engineering duties in the planning, design, review, construction, budgeting, bidding and analysis of assigned projects; train and provide work direction and guidance to assigned personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Plan, organize and manage street, wastewater, storm water and other assigned capital improvement and development projects for the Engineering department; prepare project cost estimates and contracts; coordinate resources and information to assure smooth and efficient construction activities; review and analyze plans and sites for efficiency and implement changes to enhance assigned projects.

Oversee and participate in the planning and design of assigned projects;prepare, review and inspect specifications to assure compliance and compatibility with existing systems and applicable codes, standards, specifications and practices.

Coordinate the bidding process for assigned projects; compile, assemble and prepare a variety of bid documents including drawings, calculations, specifications, plans and support materials; assure bid documents, notifications and related materials are distributed to appropriate contractors, outside agencies and personnel according to established timelines.

Train and provide work direction and guidance to assigned personnel; provide technical assistance to subordinate engineering staff, outside contractors and administrators.

Coordinate and schedule construction activities with applicable City divisions, outside agencies and the general public; collaborate with other City departments, outside agencies and contractors in the planning and coordination of assigned projects; organize and conduct pre-construction meetings to provide project information to appropriate staff and contractors.

Oversee and participate in the inspection of capital improvement and development projects in progress and upon completion to assure compliance with plans, contracts, specifications and City codes; monitor and report on project progress; oversee the pavement management system.

Review plans, maps and other documents for accuracy and compliance with established engineering practices, standards and specifications; revise plans as appropriate.

Coordinate various aspects of the right of way acquisition process for capital improvement and development projects.

Serve as a liaison between the City and the Council of Governments, Caltrans, and other governmental agencies and outside organizations concerning capital improvement and development projects; receive and communicate issues and concerns; inspect work of outside contractors to assure compliance with established contracts and specifications.

Assist in the development and preparation of budgets for capital improvement projects; monitor personnel, material and equipment needs and provide recommendations concerning Department expenditures; prepare related budget proposals; arrange payments for outside contractors and agencies as directed.

Operate specialized drafting, survey and inspection tools and equipment; operate standard office equipment including a computer and assigned software; drive a vehicle to conduct work.

Prepare and maintain a variety of records, files and reports related to capital improvement and development projects, financial activity, budget data, proposals and assigned activities.

Communicate with administrators, staff, governmental agencies, contractors and outside organizations to exchange information, coordinate activities and resolve issues or concerns.

Monitor City right-of-way maintenance, utility work and sidewalk repair procedures; assist public with adherence to City right-of-way codes and regulations.

Attend and participate in a variety of administrative meetings; prepare and submit reports and agenda items to the City Council and other administrators regarding capital improvement and development projects and related activities.

OTHER DUTIES: Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF: Engineering principles and practices for capital improvement and development projects.

Applicable City, State and federal law, codes, ordinances, regulations, policies and procedures Drafting, mapping, surveying and construction inspection techniques, instruments and equipment.

Methods and techniques used to develop detailed plans and specifications for construction projects.

Policies and objectives of capital improvement and development projects.

Engineering mathematics including geometry, trigonometry and design principles.

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

Oral and written communication skills.

Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.

Principles of training and providing work direction.

Technical aspects of field of specialty.

Operation of standard office equipment including computer and engineering software.

Record-keeping and report preparation techniques.

Budget preparation and control.

ABILITY TO: Plan, organize and oversee assigned capital improvement projects for the Public Works department.

Perform a variety of technical and complex engineering duties in the planning, design, budgeting, bidding and analysis of assigned projects.

Train and provide work direction and guidance to assigned personnel.

Oversee the design of engineering plans and maps for various capital improvement projects.

Interpret and apply City, State and federal law, codes, ordinances, regulations, policies and procedures related to public works projects.

Prepare, review and inspect specifications to assure compliance and compatibility with existing systems and applicable codes, standards, specifications and practices.

Oversee and participate in the inspection of capital improvement projects in progress and upon completion to assure compliance with plans, contracts, specifications and City codes.

Coordinate the bidding process for assigned projects.

Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.

Compile, assemble and prepare a variety of bid documents including drawings, calculations, specifications, plans and support materials.

Perform accurate engineering computations.

Operate specialized drafting, survey and inspection tools and equipment.

Work independently with little direction.

Operate standard office equipment including a computer and engineering software.

Meet schedules and timelines.

Plan and organize work.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Report to work every scheduled workday.

ASSOCIATE ENGINEER W/O P.E & ASSOCIATE ENGINEER W/ P.E BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of the Director of Engineering/City Engineer or designee, plans, oversees, coordinates and manages the design, construction, alteration and installation of City infrastructure and development projects; performs a variety of engineering duties in the planning, design, contracting, budgeting, bidding and analysis of assigned projects; trains and provides work direction and guidance to assigned personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Plan, review, coordinate and manage design, construction, alteration and installation of City infrastructure and development projects;prepare project cost estimates and schedules; review bids, recommend contract awards and administer contracts; coordinate resources and information to assure smooth and efficient construction activities; plan improvement projects for system expansion and upgrades.

Organize and direct the planning, design, development and implementation of assigned projects;prepare, review and inspect specifications to assure compliance and compatibility with existing systems and applicable codes, standards, specifications and practices; coordinate project research, meetings, conferences, inspections, accounting and closeout.

Coordinate the bidding process for assigned projects; oversee and participate in the assembly and preparation of a variety of bid documents including drawings, calculations, specifications, plans and support materials; assure bid documents, notifications, awards and related materials are distributed to appropriate contractors, outside agencies and personnel according to established timelines.

Train and provide work direction and guidance to assigned personnel including the review and oversight of work and workflow management; oversee budgets and schedules; provide technical consultation to City staff, administrators and outside contractors.

Coordinate and schedule construction activities with applicable City divisions, outside agencies and the general public;collaborate with other City departments, outside agencies and contractors in the planning and coordination of assigned projects; organize and conduct pre-construction meetings to provide project information to appropriate staff and contractors.

Review and check plans, maps and other documents for accuracy and compliance with established engineering practices, standards and specifications; revise plans and provide comments as appropriate; assure department activities comply with established polices, codes, rules and regulations.

Plan, coordinate and manage the inspection of department projects in progress and upon completion to assure compliance with plans, contracts, specifications and City codes; prepare mandated reports regarding project compliance with City, State and federal codes and regulations.

Coordinate communications and information between administrators, staff, outside contractors, community organizations and the public to assure smooth and efficient construction operations; resolve issues promptly and as appropriate.

Assist in the development and preparation of the budget for design, construction, and development oversight activities; monitor personnel, material and equipment needs and provide recommendations concerning Department expenditures; prepare related budget proposals; arrange payments for outside contractors and agencies as directed.

Operate specialized drafting, survey and inspection tools and equipment; operate standard office equipment including a computer and assigned software; drive a vehicle to conduct work.

Prepare and maintain a variety of mandated and requested records and reports related to personnel, projects and assigned activities.

Coordinate and conduct a variety of meetings; attend City Council and other administrative meetings and provide information concerning design, construction, alteration and installation projects; prepare related agenda items, proposals and support materials.

OTHER DUTIES: Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF: Planning, organization and management of construction, alteration and installation projects for City infrastructure and development projects.

Engineering and project management principles and practices.

Applicable City, State and federal law, codes, ordinances, regulations, policies and procedures.

Practices and procedures of contract administration.

Drafting, mapping, surveying and construction inspection techniques, instruments and equipment.

Policies and objectives of the City and assigned department.

Engineering mathematics including geometry, trigonometry and design principles.

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

Oral and written communication skills.

Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.

Principles of training; providing work direction; reviewing work, managing workflow, and overseeing budgets and schedules.

Technical aspects of field of specialty.

Operation of standard office equipment including computer and engineering software.

Recordkeeping and report preparation techniques.

Budget preparation and control.

ABILITY TO: Plan, coordinate and manage design, construction, alteration and installation projects for City infrastructure and development projects.

Perform a variety of engineering duties under the direction of a licensed engineer in the planning, design, contracting, budgeting, bidding and analysis of assigned projects.

Train and provide work direction and guidance to assigned personnel.

Under the direction of a licensed engineer, apply and assure compliance with City, State and federal law, codes, ordinances, regulations, policies and procedures related to projects.

Review bids, recommend contract awards and administer contracts.

Organize and direct the planning, design, review, development and implementation of assigned projects.

Under the direction of a licensed engineer, prepare, review and inspect specifications to assure compliance and compatibility with existing systems and applicable codes, standards, specifications and practices.

Coordinate the bidding process for assigned projects.

Oversee and participate in the assembly and preparation of a variety of bid documents including drawings, calculations, specifications, plans and support materials.

Plan, coordinate and manage the inspection of projects in progress and upon completion to assure compliance with plans, contracts, specifications and City codes.

Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.

Perform accurate engineering computations under the direction of a licensed engineer.

Operate specialized drafting, survey and inspection tools and equipment.

Work independently with little direction.

Operate standard office equipment including a computer and engineering software.

Meet schedules and timelines and deliver projects within budget.

Under the direction of management, prioritize and schedule work.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Report to work every scheduled workday.

Drive to job sites during the workday.

Work nights and weekends as needed to deliver City projects.

ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of the Director of Engineering/City Engineer or designee, plans, oversees, coordinates and manages the design, construction, alteration and installation of City infrastructure and development projects; performs a variety of engineering duties in the planning, design, contracting, budgeting, bidding and analysis of assigned projects; trains and provides work direction and guidance to assigned personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Plan, review, coordinate and manage design, alteration and installation of City infrastructure and development projects;prepare project cost estimates and schedules; review bids, recommend contract awards and administer contracts; coordinate resources and information to assure smooth and efficient construction activities; plan improvement projects for system expansion and upgrades.

Organize and direct the planning, design, development and implementation of assigned projects;prepare, review and inspect specifications to assure compliance and compatibility with existing systems and applicable codes, standards, specifications and practices; coordinate project research, meetings, conferences, inspections, accounting and close-out.

Coordinate the bidding process for assigned projects; oversee and participate in the assembly and preparation of a variety of bid documents including drawings, calculations, specifications, plans and support materials; assure bid documents, notifications,