Civil Engineer III

Under the general supervision of the City Engineer, performs responsible supervisory, administrative, and professional engineering work overseeing the enforcement of the City’s land development regulations, including the Manual of Standard Designs and Details, the City Code of Ordinances, and the City’s soil erosion and sedimentation control program. Manages staff engineers and surveyors responsible for construction plans, erosion control plans, site plans, and various other development-related plan reviews; manages engineering assistants responsible for inspection of construction sites to ensure compliance with approved development plans. Performs various other related duties as required.

Telework opportunities available depending on the operational needs of the Engineering Department.  Relocation assistance negotiable.  

This is a continuous posting and may close at any time.  Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Hiring salary range: $97,198.40- $123,947.20, depending on qualifications
Full salary range: $97,198.40 - $150,675.20

FLSA status:  Exempt

• Supervises the work of Engineering Department-Land Development Division personnel, which includes the management and administration of development regulations related to roadway construction, stormwater management, flood damage prevention, sedimentation and erosion control, building permits, and site plans.
• Assists City Engineer with the preparation of the division's operating budget;
• Prepares engineering designs, reports, and estimates for a variety of related projects;
• Supervises plan review and inspection of private development construction;
• Supervises surveying for a variety of construction and engineering projects;
• Prepares City Council agenda items for assigned projects;
• Responds to citizens' requests for service and provides advice on problems;
• Attends meetings and public hearings as required;
• Coordinate with other various City departments on special projects and 
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Graduation from an ABET accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field; and
• At least seven years of experience in civil engineering, including two years of experience supervising professional and technical staff.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• the principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to the design, development, and construction of public works projects;
• engineering field work, drafting, engineering design and inspections;
• engineering principles and mathematics;
• building and construction practices for a variety of public works projects; and
• state construction regulations; soil erosion laws, subdivision regulations.

Skilled in:

• the use of civil engineering instruments and equipment. 

Ability to:

• plan projects and prepare related designs, estimates, and specifications;
• read and interpret engineering plans and drawings, specifications, calculations, and records and reports;
• perform difficult engineering computations;
• express ideas clearly and concisely, both in oral and written fashion;
• prepare complex engineering records and reports;
• understand and carry out oral and written instructions;
• make sound professional judgments; 
• deal effectively and courteously with associates and the general public; and
• work cooperatively with City officials, other employees, and the general public.
• work safely without presenting a direct threat to yourself or others.
• meet the mental and physical demands of the job.

• Registered Professional Engineer in the State of North Carolina
• Valid North Carolina driver's license.

Salary : $97,198 - $150,675