JOB DESCRIPTION

 

 

JOB TITLE:  Design Review Engineer

 

MAINTENANCE REVIEW DATE:  September 1999

 

ORG/POS #:  2310/2816

 

JOB OBJECTIVE:  To review plans of proposed subdivisions and commercial buildings for compliance with applicable master plans and ordinances and to serve as project manager for street and drainage construction projects.

 

ACCOUNTABILITY:  Receives general direction from the Civil Engineering Manager.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

 

1.         Coordinates and conducts reviews of plans and plats submitted by consulting engineers for proposed subdivisions and commercial buildings to determine compliance and most feasible approach to applicable master plans and ordinances related to streets, drainage, and stormwater retention; notifies engineers, architects, or developers of changes to improvements required for conformance.

 

2.         Prepares a summary of review comments for the Planning Commission and the Board of Adjustment; may represent the Public Works staff at Board and Commission meetings to provide information, answer questions and review alternative proposals; prepares Board of Directors communications for matters related to Planning Commission  building permit waiver or deferral requests.

 

3.         Prepares correspondence regarding approval and disapproval of plans; prepares letters of acceptance of streets and drainage improvements for maintenance by

            the City and releases maintenance bond.

 

4.         Consults with engineers, contractors, utility companies, and other affected agencies to schedule specific phases of construction.

 

5.         Supervises the inspection of work under construction, including utility construction for conformance with right-of-way regulations, ordinances, and approved plans.

 

6.         Answers questions and provides information to contractors, engineers, developers, and members of the public regarding street and drainage systems for both public and private developments.

 

7.         Prepares reports for use by the Civil Engineering Manager and Director of Public Works.

 

8.         Operates a City pool automobile in the performance of essential job functions.

 

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

1.         Plans, designs, analyzes recommendations, and directs construction activities of assigned street and drainage projects including the purchase of property, project staff, and funding requirements.

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2.         Monitors public project expenditures to ensure budget amounts are not exceeded; authorizes payment for completed work.

 

3.         Writes specifications, cost estimates, and requisitions for public street and drainage construction projects; maintains files and records for preparation of budget information.

 

4.         Performs other related duties as required.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Provides general supervision to the Engineering Specialist, Environmental Compliance Engineer, and Civil Engineer II.

JOB SPECIFICATION

DESIGN REVIEW ENGINEER

 

 

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:  Performs work of considerable difficulty in reviewing plans of proposed subdivisions and commercial buildings for compliance with applicable master plans and ordinances and in serving as project manager for street and drainage construction projects.

 

MAINTENANCE REVIEW DATE:  September 1999

 

EXAMPLES OF WORK:  (Illustrative)

 

Coordinates and conducts reviews of plans and plats submitted by consulting engineers for proposed subdivisions and commercial buildings to determine compliance and most feasible approach to applicable master plans and ordinances related to streets, drainage, and stormwater retention; notifies engineers, architects, or developers of changes to improvements required for conformance.

 

Prepares a summary of review comments for the Planning Commission and the Board of Adjustment; may represent the Public Works staff at Board and Commission meetings to provide information, answer questions and review alternative proposals; prepares Board of Directors communications for matters related to Planning Commission building permit waiver or deferral requests.

 

Prepares correspondence regarding approval and disapproval of plans; prepares letters of acceptance of streets and drainage improvements for maintenance by

the City and releases maintenance bond.

 

Consults with engineers, contractors, utility companies, and other affected agencies regarding schedule of specific phases of construction.

 

Supervises the inspection of work under construction, including utility construction for conformance with right-of-way regulations, ordinances, and approved plans.

 

Answers questions and provides information to contractors, engineers, developers, and members of the public regarding street and drainage systems for both public and private developments.

 

Prepares reports for use by the Civil Engineering Manager and Director of Public Works.

 

Operates a City pool automobile in the performance of essential job functions.

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

 

Comprehensive knowledge of master plans and ordinances related to streets, drainage, and stormwater retention.

 

Considerable knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices.

 

Considerable knowledge of engineering mathematics.

 

Considerable knowledge of City policies, procedures, and ordinances governing street and drainage construction.

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Skill in the operation of surveying equipment.

 

Skill in the operation of an automatic transmission automobile.

 

Ability to design assigned street and drainage projects.

 

Ability to direct the work activities of assigned staff.

 

Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.

 

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.

 

Ability to review construction plans and specifications for feasibility and compliance with City policies, procedures, and ordinances.

 

Ability to detect discrepancies in construction work.

 

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

 

Ability to maintain detailed files and records.

 

Ability to present complex engineering information orally to City boards and commissions.

 

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: 

 

Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field; at least four (4) years of experience in civil engineering; at least one (1) year of supervisory experience; OR any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

 

Must possess registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) before employment; must possess registration in the State of Arkansas as a Professional Engineer (PE) within one (1) year of employment, must maintain registration for the duration of employment in this position.

 

Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver’s License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  The physical demands marked below are representative of those that will be required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

                                                                               YES                                                                               NO

Lifting (lbs.)	50
Carrying (lbs.)	20
Stooping, Bending	ü
Kneeling, Squatting	ü
Walking	ü
Standing	ü
Sitting	ü
Climbing, Balancing (e.g., climbing and working from ladder)	ü
Use of Hands to Finger, Handle, or Feel	ü
Physical Coordination (sequential or simultaneous use of hands, arms, feet, and legs)	ü
Eye-Hand Coordination	ü
Close Vision (clear vision at 20" or less)	ü
Distance Vision (clear vision at 20' or more)	ü
Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)	ü
Depth Perception (ability to judge distance spatial relationships)	ü
Hearing	ü

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

 

The environmental conditions marked below are common to this job:

 

                                                                               YES                                                                               NO

Outdoor Weather Conditions	ü
Wet, Humid Conditions (non-weather)		ü
Work Near Moving Mechanical Parts		ü
Work in High, Precarious Places		ü
Fumes or Dust	ü
Toxic or Caustic Chemicals		ü
Extreme Heat (non-weather over 90º F.)		ü
Low Noise (e.g., business office)	ü
Moderate Noise (e.g., light motorized equipment such as lawn mowers)	ü
Loud Noise (e.g., jackhammer, heavy motorized equipment)		ü