Engineering Associate I, (A262210-1), 210, Administration

Job Description

Provides project management support to the City Engineer for infrastructure and other City engineering initiatives. Reviews survey work, prepares cost estimates, and coordinates with consulting engineers, architects, and contractors.

Essential Functions/ Job Competencies/ Physical Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Assists and prepares the City of Laredo Capital Improvement Plan
• Assists in administering/executing the five Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Reviews survey work and analyzes data to design and execute a proposed construction project.
• Prepares engineering cost estimation and project specifications.
• Oversees the work of consulting engineers, architects, and contractors in all phases of the design and construction.
• Prepares construction contracts and bids documents; reviews and approves material submittals.
• Assists in performing final inspection for completed projects.
• Provides technical support to parks, public works, and community development in all phases of construction.
• Files documents, plans, plats, and layouts; creates reports and presentations.
• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff.
• Performs related work as required.
  
  

Knowledge Of:

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

• Knowledge of Capital Improvement Program Software
• Knowledge of modern office procedures and methods including the use of different software's related to the engineering field.
• Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Knowledge of the principles of civil engineering.
• Knowledge of various construction methods.
• Knowledge of city regulations.
  
  

Skills And Abilities:

• Skill in organization and time management.
• Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to meet schedules and deadlines of the work.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries.
• Ability to prepare cost estimates and construction documents.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans.
• Ability to identify applicable laws and regulations pertaining to construction.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of this position.
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements

Position Will Have The Following Exposures:

• Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
• Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
• Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
  
  

Work Environment Locations

Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments:

Seldom:

• Confined space
• Warehouse environment
  
  

Frequently:

• Office or similar indoor environment
• Outdoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Construction site
• Vehicles
  
  

Exposures

Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements:

Never

• Individuals with known violent backgrounds
  
  

Travel

Seldom:

Position will require the employee to travel:

• International travel
  
  

Sometimes:

• Regional travel
• National travel
  
  

Often:

• Local
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
  
  

Valid Licenses and Certifications

Valid Texas Driver License*

• If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained prior to employment.
  
  

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable .

City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.