Department: Highways
Pay: $86,921 – $130,375
Work Schedule: Monday- Friday – 8am-5pm 1144 S. Seneca
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Responsible for providing civil engineering expertise, guidance and technical assistance to Sedgwick County, consultants and the public; plans, organizes and directs a staff of engineers, and design technicians in the preparation of infrastructure design projects; oversees construction, traffic, and surveying operations.
Coordinates all road and highway engineering design for Public Works from minor maintenance to large multimillion dollar projects.
- Conducts site feasibility analysis and planning to final design process.
- Includes administrative work in the field or office associated with all phases of the project.
- Assumes role of Design Engineer; prepares engineering plans work drawings, cost estimates and specifications.
- Reviews technical reports and engineering drawings for compliance with ASTM, AASHTO, KDOT and Sedgwick County design specifications.
- Reviews subdivision plans prepared by outside consultants to ensure compliance with Sedgwick County subdivision regulations.
Assumes role of Project Manager
- Oversees various Public Works projects from initial conception through construction.
- Supervises the work of outside consultants and county support staff.
- Coordinates the efforts of design, construction and inspection services.
- Prepares required contract specifications.
- Assumes role of construction engineer as necessary.
- Confers with contractors and vendors concerning plans, specifications and quality of work performed.
- Reviews contractor drawings and approves all phases of construction.
- Negotiates relocation of utilities; designs and directs construction modifications as field requirements dictate.
- Manages special assessment- project development.
Supervises a team of engineers, technicians, and construction personnel in preparation of design plans and construction oversight of Public Works projects
- Coordinates schedules and assigns work.
- Recommends methods of resolving unusual and complex problems and improving procedures and practices; ensures CAD software is up to date and continues to meet the needs of the department.
- Oversees engineering personnel in field surveying and inspection to ensure project success.
- Meets with interdepartmental staff, outside engineers, officials and citizens to solve engineering and design issues.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university. Eight or more years of professional engineering experience including at least two years of supervision. Registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Kansas or ability to obtain the license within 3 months of employment. KDOT Bureau of Local Projects – Project Manager Certification or ability to obtain the certification within one year of employment. Per Sedgwick County Policy, this position requires a valid US driver’s license and current proof of automobile insurance.
Preferred Qualification: Years of Experience: Four years of engineering or construction supervisory experience. Certification as a Project Management Professional or other engineering management or technical certification.
It is the policy of Sedgwick County not to discriminate in its programs or services provided to the general public, including employment and all other activities, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, disability, veteran status or any other similarly protected status. Sedgwick County is committed to making the application, interview, and pre-employment testing process accessible to persons with disabilities. If you wish to volunteer information regarding any special assistance you may need, please notify Human Resources by phone at (316) 660-7050, TDD (Kansas Relay at 711 or 800-766-3777). Do not use this phone number for employment questions. This number is provided only for those requiring ADA assistance. You will be contacted should the department feel that you are a qualified candidate.