SALARY:  $4,836 - $8,090 per month  DOE 
DATE OPEN:  May 9, 2008
DATE CLOSED:  Open until filled; preference given to applications received by May 30, 2008.
TO APPLY:  Submit resume and completed City of Redmond application packet via the online submission system. This is a 244 kb size file, and other options are available. (The application packet  is in the Adobe Acrobat format, and a minimum of Acrobat 4.0 is required. Obtain free Acrobat Reader to view/print.)

The City of Redmond is an Equal Opportunity Employer; The City of Redmond provides reasonable accommodation to those with disabilities.

Duties:
This position serves as the responsible engineer for the design and construction of public works projects included in the City’s capital improvement program. Duties include but are not limited to: coordinating and managing street, water, wastewater, storm drainage, parks, facilities, and other municipal projects through the use of consultants, contractors and City staff; performing engineering plan reviews to assure compliance with City codes, ordinances, and engineering practices and standards; developing specifications and cost estimates for contract work to be performed on City construction projects; coordinating the work of contractors and consultants; inspecting construction in progress and upon completion to verify compliance with contract conditions, specifications, codes and timelines and to authorize payment; communicating with contractors regarding issues related to contract specifications, materials, costs, safety, and timelines; positively interacting with City Council and staff, contractors, businesses, public agencies, citizens and other jurisdictions to exchange information, coordinate projects, and resolve issues; and performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Knowledge of: principles, practices and methods of public works design, survey and construction; technical aspects of municipal engineering; and applicable laws, codes, policies and procedures.
Ability to: plan and implement capital improvements; prepare and review plans; develop specifications and coordinate the work of consultants and contractors; interpret and apply codes and regulations; manage multiple projects and priorities; work independently with little direction; and use personal computer and software.

Education and Experience: Any combination equivalent to: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and five (5) years increasingly responsible civil engineering experience, including at least two (2) years project management experience. Professional Engineer’s (PE) license preferred. A Master’s degree may substitute for two years of experience.

Licenses/Requirements: Valid Washington State driver's license by date of hire and a driving record that meets City standards. Fulfillment of bargaining unit agreement membership is required within 30 days of hire.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in an office environment with fieldwork required to review projects. May be exposed to physical hazard from traffic or construction equipment during on-site inspections.

Benefits: The City of Redmond offers an excellent benefits package including: flexible work hours; medical, dental and vision benefits; paid sick leave, vacation and holidays; life insurance; retirement; and career development including tuition reimbursement.