City Engineer - New Hampshire, Concord

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New Hampshire, Concord - 03301
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  • Post Date: 2022-10-22
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  • Job Categories:Engineering
  • Job Type:Permanent
  • Published Date:2022-10-22
  • Salary Period:Annual
  • Company Name:City of Concord, NH
  • Company Type:Agency

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Job Overview

Description

The City Engineer

The City of Concord is seeking a high-energy, vibrant, engaging individual to serve as its City Engineer. This individual will have a significant role in shaping the future of New Hampshire's award-winning capital city through the planning, design, and management of a robust capital improvement program. The City Engineer holds a very prominent position in the City organization and oversees a dynamic team of seventeen dedicated professionals who comprise the Engineering Division of the Community Development Department. The Engineering Division's primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, engineering plan review for private development applications (i.e. subdivision and site plan applications), construction oversight of private development projects, design / permitting / construction of municipal capital improvement projects (i.e. roadways, traffic signals, water distribution systems, sanitary sewer collection systems, drainage systems, sidewalks and intermodal paths, and airport improvements), transportation planning and engineering, Geographic Information Systems, as well as surveying. The selected City Engineer must have the ability to effectively make engaging presentations to elected and appointed officials, as well as the general public, to educate stakeholders, as well as build community support / by-in for projects and initiatives.

A successful City Engineer will instinctively understand the value of working with City Council, Administration, residents and stakeholders to implement projects that not only function from an engineering perspective, but also foster the City's larger community development goals and objectives. The ability to collegially and patiently work with people from all backgrounds toward a common goal is an absolute must. Proven project and personnel management skills are essential.

The City offers a very competitive total compensation package. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Long and Short Term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Annual Leave, 12 Paid Holidays, Sick Time, Retirement, optional 457 Retirement Plans and Wellness Program. Medical benefits start the first of the month after 30 days and deductibles are as low as $250 per person with the employee paying as little as 10% of the premium.

Job Summary:

Performs professional engineering work of an administrative, supervisory, and technical nature in directing the activities of the Engineering Services Division, including design, permitting, layout, construction, and mapping of all municipal public works projects.

SALARY RANGE: $97,760 to $128,253 Annually DOQ, with a competitive flexible benefits package.

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled with a daily review of applications.

Instructions for Applying: A City Application is required. An application may be completed online and submitted electronically by visiting the City of Concord web site at . For more information on applying, call (voice) or TTY at or 7-1-1.

"An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/DP/V"

Examples of Duties

Examples of Duties:

Plans, directs, manages, and supervises the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the Engineering Division.

Working with the Department Head, participates in the development of short- and long-range plans, policies, and procedures for the Community Development Department.

Plans, directs, organizes, and assigns work activities, projects, and programs; carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with city policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Supervises Division staff; fosters a positive working environment within the Division, encourages staff development and training, conducts performance evaluations, resolves problems and conflicts, fosters communication.

Develops a work plan for the Division, assigns tasks and responsibilities to Division staff, and directs work.

Provides technical assistance and analysis; reviews change orders, agenda items, and technical documents.

Plans, directs, manages, and supervises major engineering projects including the design, permitting, and construction of municipal infrastructure, facilities, and capital improvement projects and programs. Includes preparation of Requests for Qualifications / Proposals for professional services to support engineering based initiatives and projects, as well as bid documents for construction of capital improvements. Administers complex contracts and grant agreements.

Identifies and pursues grant opportunities to support capital improvement programs.

Oversees administration of grants, including financial reporting.

Directs and administers preparation of the Division's annual operating budget and proposed 10 year capital improvement program for City Manager's review; administers approved budgets; assigns responsibilities for budget implementation, including financial monitoring and forecasting.

Prepares agenda items for City Council meetings; prepares complex engineering reports and studies for presentation before the City Council, other municipal Boards / Commissions / Committees, as well as other community partners such as the Chamber of Commerce, Neighborhood Associations, and similar organizations.

Directs the Engineering Division's technical review of all private development permit applications (i.e. subdivision applications, site plan applications, utility connection permits, street encumbrance permits, etc.) including plans and drawings, specifications, and technical studies and reports associated therewith. Directs the Division's construction oversight and inspection activities for infrastructure improvements associated with all private development projects.

Fosters and maintains a positive professional working relationship with developers, applicants, consultants, contractors, private utilities, and the general public within the context of a regulatory environment.

Proactively coordinates the Division's activities with other City Departments and Divisions, including Planning Division, Code Division, General Services Department, Fire Department, as well as private utilities.

Works with State and Federal agencies as needed on Division's projects and initiatives.

Performs special assignments as requested, to include researching and preparing reports and projects, develops and implements programs and initiatives, administers grants, presents technical data to the Department Head, City Manager, elected officials, and others.

Develops and maintains City's standards for design and construction of infrastructure improvements to ensure an appropriate level of quality and durability of said improvements, as well as to facilitate consistency of said improvements throughout the City. Evaluates the effectiveness of said standards. When developing standards, employs a cost-benefit analysis approach to ensure the City's standards do not create unreasonable financial burdens for public and private development projects.

Participates in, and conducts, regular staff meetings to review progress, accomplishments, budgets, strategies, and work plans for the Engineering Division and Community Development Department.

Supervises the development, implementation, and routine maintenance of the City's Geographic Information System.

Responsible for creating and maintaining files, plans, and records.

Provides interdepartmental technical and administrative assistance as assigned to support capital projects and initiatives undertaken by other City Departments and Divisions.

Serves on a variety of interdepartmental committees; participates with other departments and division heads to assist the Department Head and City Manager with strategic leadership.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred) or equivalent from a four-year college or university in civil engineering, environmental engineering or a related field, and, 15 or more years of progressively responsible related experience, including five years in a supervisory capacity; or any combination of education, training and experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.

Licenses and Certifications:

Registered Professional Engineer License.

Valid motor vehicle operator's license.

Supplemental Information

MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED:

Personal Computer and/or Terminal
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of civil engineering.

Modern methods and techniques of construction.

Principles and practices of planning.

Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods, and records management techniques.

Budgetary principles and practices.

Applicable state, federal, and local laws, rules, and regulations.

Methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis, and report presentation.

Computer applications related to the work, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, Etc.) and AutoCAD and similar design programs

Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting and program budget development and implementation.

Administration of staff and activities, either directly or through subordinate supervision.

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City of Concord, NH

New Hampshire, Concord - 03301
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