City of Loveland, Colorado - Government
Civil Engineer II - Water/Wastewater
City of Loveland, Colorado - Government, Loveland, Colorado, United States, 80538
Job Summary
The Civil Engineer II performs professional engineering and project management for water and wastewater projects. Provide expertise and lead a team of individuals in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of transmission, distribution, and pumping systems. Provide technical knowledge in hydraulics, internal design, and constructability reviews.
The salary range for this position is
$103,189.63 - $144,465.57
annually with a hiring range of
$103,189.63 - $123,827.60 , depending on qualifications and experience.
This opportunity will be open until filled.
A current resume is required, and a cover letter is preferred.
Essential Functions
Coordinate and manage water and wastewater capital projects with other City staff, local, state, and federal governmental agencies, engineers, contractors, and the public in order to sustain or enhance service levels to the public.
Prepare Request for Proposals (RFP's) and then select, administer and manage contracts for and reviews the design of capital projects by consultants from conceptual studies to final design.
Negotiate utility easements with property owners.
Manage the bidding process for construction projects according to City policies and procedures.
Procure contractors and provide construction management oversight, including construction inspection services, for water and wastewater projects.
Manage construction contracts to ensure budget, contract and schedule compliance.
Advise the City regarding unforeseen construction problems and negotiates change orders with contractors.
Supervise and ensure completion of as-built construction plans by contractors and consultants.
Prepare purchase order and other project correspondence, review and approve contractor pay estimates.
Complete the Project Management tasks listed above with significant input and assistance from the Senior Civil Engineer.
Assist in preparation of the utility capital budget while developing pre-concept, preliminary, and final cost estimates for each project.
During emergency operations, manage complex projects and teams working to repair infrastructure and return service to customers.
During these emergencies each position is expected to provide thorough documentation of work completed and decisions made.
Complete small designs to ensure these repairs are made.
Review and revise City Master Plans and Development Standards on a periodic basis.
Assist development review staff in ensuring planned utilities associated with developments are accurately sized and can be maintained by staff in the future, and conform to adopted master plans.
Meet and confer with the general public and customers regarding water and wastewater systems.
Prepare agenda items and make presentations, regarding important projects, to the Loveland Utilities Commission, Construction Advisory Board, Planning Commission, County Flood Review Board, and City Council.
Other Job Functions
Compose a wide range of written communications ranging from memos and letters to detailed reports in support of the utility's mission to provide reliable service to customers.
Maintain an understanding of current water and wastewater State standards as well as trends in the industry relating to design and construction activities.
Provides guidance to support staff and consultants in the collection of field information and design work.
Advise the City on recommended design or specification changes for ease of construction or technical correctness.
Collect similar field data and supervise the collection of this information and analyze it for its quality and relevance to a project.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Level and Management Expectations
This position has no supervisory or Management Responsibilities.
Qualifications Education
Required: 4 Year/Bachelors Degree - Civil Engineering, Water Resource Engineering or closely related field. Eight (8) years of education and/or experience may substitute for the Bachelor's degree.
Experience
Required: 8 Years - Responsible engineering experience related to the design and construction of public water and wastewater systems. Must be in addition to any experience used to satisfy the education requirement.
Certifications
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Current Colorado Professional Engineer registration required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Thorough understanding of the administration, design and construction of public water, and wastewater systems including pressurized potable water distribution, storage tanks, and pump stations, gravity sewer, and lift stations.
Knowledge of pipe material and pipe joining mechanisms, coating systems, rehabilitation techniques, and a ability to analyze the constructability of concepts.
Knowledge and experience in budgeting, design, administration, delivery methods, and construction management of water and wastewater utility infrastructure.
Utilize software packages and computers with respect to project management, GIS, AutoCAD, and hydraulic modeling.
Diplomatically and efficiently communicate with City staff, consultants, and the general public.
Handle difficult situations with patience and good judgment when under tight deadlines.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Frequent: Minimal physical effort typically found in clerical work. Primarily sedentary, may occasionally lift and carry light objects. Walking and/or standing as needed and minimal.
Occasional: Light to moderate physical effort that includes frequent standing or walking or maintaining arms and hands in the same position for repetitive tasks. Frequently works with light objects and light hand tools.
Working Environment
Frequent: Exposure to routine office noise and equipment.
Occasional: Exposure to hazards that are predictable or well protected against.
Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Hybrid Remote Work Eligibility
This position may be eligible for up to two days per week working remotely. Probationary employees (within the first six months of employment) may not be eligible. Subject to change based on business needs and performance expectations.
Employment offers will be conditional on the successful completion of a driving record and criminal history background check.
Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes
Two (2) Medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)
A Dedicated, exclusive Employee Health and Wellness Center
Discounted Chilson Center passes
Paid vacation, holidays, floating holidays, and medical leave
Flexible spending including Dependent Care
Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage
Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match
A Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary 529 College Invest program
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Program
Personal and Professional Development opportunities
Employee Recognition Program
Exceptional work-life balance
Market based pay & regular performance reviews
Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.
The City of Loveland participates in E-Verify. In accordance with E-Verify requirements, upon your date of hire the City of Loveland will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Notice of Participation. Learn more about your right to work. Visit E-Verify.gov for more information.
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The salary range for this position is
$103,189.63 - $144,465.57
annually with a hiring range of
$103,189.63 - $123,827.60 , depending on qualifications and experience.
This opportunity will be open until filled.
A current resume is required, and a cover letter is preferred.
Essential Functions
Coordinate and manage water and wastewater capital projects with other City staff, local, state, and federal governmental agencies, engineers, contractors, and the public in order to sustain or enhance service levels to the public.
Prepare Request for Proposals (RFP's) and then select, administer and manage contracts for and reviews the design of capital projects by consultants from conceptual studies to final design.
Negotiate utility easements with property owners.
Manage the bidding process for construction projects according to City policies and procedures.
Procure contractors and provide construction management oversight, including construction inspection services, for water and wastewater projects.
Manage construction contracts to ensure budget, contract and schedule compliance.
Advise the City regarding unforeseen construction problems and negotiates change orders with contractors.
Supervise and ensure completion of as-built construction plans by contractors and consultants.
Prepare purchase order and other project correspondence, review and approve contractor pay estimates.
Complete the Project Management tasks listed above with significant input and assistance from the Senior Civil Engineer.
Assist in preparation of the utility capital budget while developing pre-concept, preliminary, and final cost estimates for each project.
During emergency operations, manage complex projects and teams working to repair infrastructure and return service to customers.
During these emergencies each position is expected to provide thorough documentation of work completed and decisions made.
Complete small designs to ensure these repairs are made.
Review and revise City Master Plans and Development Standards on a periodic basis.
Assist development review staff in ensuring planned utilities associated with developments are accurately sized and can be maintained by staff in the future, and conform to adopted master plans.
Meet and confer with the general public and customers regarding water and wastewater systems.
Prepare agenda items and make presentations, regarding important projects, to the Loveland Utilities Commission, Construction Advisory Board, Planning Commission, County Flood Review Board, and City Council.
Other Job Functions
Compose a wide range of written communications ranging from memos and letters to detailed reports in support of the utility's mission to provide reliable service to customers.
Maintain an understanding of current water and wastewater State standards as well as trends in the industry relating to design and construction activities.
Provides guidance to support staff and consultants in the collection of field information and design work.
Advise the City on recommended design or specification changes for ease of construction or technical correctness.
Collect similar field data and supervise the collection of this information and analyze it for its quality and relevance to a project.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Level and Management Expectations
This position has no supervisory or Management Responsibilities.
Qualifications Education
Required: 4 Year/Bachelors Degree - Civil Engineering, Water Resource Engineering or closely related field. Eight (8) years of education and/or experience may substitute for the Bachelor's degree.
Experience
Required: 8 Years - Responsible engineering experience related to the design and construction of public water and wastewater systems. Must be in addition to any experience used to satisfy the education requirement.
Certifications
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Current Colorado Professional Engineer registration required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Thorough understanding of the administration, design and construction of public water, and wastewater systems including pressurized potable water distribution, storage tanks, and pump stations, gravity sewer, and lift stations.
Knowledge of pipe material and pipe joining mechanisms, coating systems, rehabilitation techniques, and a ability to analyze the constructability of concepts.
Knowledge and experience in budgeting, design, administration, delivery methods, and construction management of water and wastewater utility infrastructure.
Utilize software packages and computers with respect to project management, GIS, AutoCAD, and hydraulic modeling.
Diplomatically and efficiently communicate with City staff, consultants, and the general public.
Handle difficult situations with patience and good judgment when under tight deadlines.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Frequent: Minimal physical effort typically found in clerical work. Primarily sedentary, may occasionally lift and carry light objects. Walking and/or standing as needed and minimal.
Occasional: Light to moderate physical effort that includes frequent standing or walking or maintaining arms and hands in the same position for repetitive tasks. Frequently works with light objects and light hand tools.
Working Environment
Frequent: Exposure to routine office noise and equipment.
Occasional: Exposure to hazards that are predictable or well protected against.
Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Hybrid Remote Work Eligibility
This position may be eligible for up to two days per week working remotely. Probationary employees (within the first six months of employment) may not be eligible. Subject to change based on business needs and performance expectations.
Employment offers will be conditional on the successful completion of a driving record and criminal history background check.
Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes
Two (2) Medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)
A Dedicated, exclusive Employee Health and Wellness Center
Discounted Chilson Center passes
Paid vacation, holidays, floating holidays, and medical leave
Flexible spending including Dependent Care
Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage
Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match
A Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary 529 College Invest program
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Program
Personal and Professional Development opportunities
Employee Recognition Program
Exceptional work-life balance
Market based pay & regular performance reviews
Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.
The City of Loveland participates in E-Verify. In accordance with E-Verify requirements, upon your date of hire the City of Loveland will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Notice of Participation. Learn more about your right to work. Visit E-Verify.gov for more information.
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