Assistant City Engineer

Summary 

The individual in this diverse and challenging role will be responsible for providing engineering expertise to a variety of public works projects for a vibrant small city in central Connecticut.  This is an extraordinary opportunity to make a genuine difference to this community.

Responsibilities

• Supervising the civil engineering, drafting, inspection, and record keeping sections of Engineering Division including all related staff
• Providing technical review of the preparation of plans, specifications, and designs for public works projects, including street and sidewalk construction, drainage improvements, recreational fields, and facilities improvements 
• Reviewing costs and materials estimates 
• Investigating problems and complaints and preparing design changes as needed 
• Preparing reports and providing analysis in specialized engineering areas 
• Assisting applicants in applying for construction permits 
• Participating in long-range and near-term planning
• Making formal presentations to various community groups

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering or equivalent
• Registration as a CT Professional Engineer (PE)
• 3+ years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience 
• 1+ year of project supervisory experience 
• Demonstrated knowledge of land surveying to include boundaries, topography, and construction; principles and practices of municipal land use, and construction of public infrastructure 
• Knowledge of principles and practices of planning, design, and development of public infrastructure 
• Ability to analyze and interpret laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations
• Proficient use of computer programs and applications related to engineering design and project management 
• Knowledge of and proficiency with computer aided drafting (CAD), spreadsheet, and word processing software 
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills

Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan, generous time off (personal days, perfect attendance days, vacation, accrued sick leave, including 12 full day & 2 half day holidays) and comprehensive insurance package (medical, dental, vision care, prescriptions, life, and short-term disability).