Civil Engineer II - Surface Water and Environmental Engineering

Join our team as a Civil Engineer II, where your expertise will shape the city's infrastructure projects. Situated on the picturesque shores of Puget Sound, our city offers a unique blend of waterfront living and easy access to Seattle and Tacoma via SeaTac airport and Sound Transit Link Light Rail.

As a Civil Engineer II, you will operate at a professional level, exercising independent judgment on diverse projects under the guidance of the Surface Water and Environmental Engineering Manager.

Your responsibilities will encompass overseeing and managing public capital improvement projects, including design and construction, preparation of plans and estimates, and conducting engineering analyses to address citizen concerns.

Our ideal candidate is an experienced civil engineer with a background in municipal projects, known for attention to detail, collaboration, and innovative problem-solving skills. If you're passionate about making a tangible impact in your community, this opportunity is tailor-made for you.

Discover more about this role and how you can contribute to our dynamic team. View the complete job description below and apply today to join us in shaping the future of Des Moines, Washington.

Salary Range: $107,101 - $130,169 annually *Salary to be commensurate with the qualifications of the successful candidate*

Competitive Benefits Package: The City of Des Moines offers a competitive and robust benefits package to include:

• Washington state retirement plan-PERS
• 401(a) tax deferred account and 457 deferred compensation, which includes an employer contribution for both accounts
• Forty (40) vacation hours and forty (40) sick leave hours front loaded at time of hire
• Paid vacation and sick leave with up to fourteen (14) paid holidays per year
• Four (4) different medical plan options to choose from
• Employer paid vision and dental plan
• Long term disability, life insurance and much more
• HRA and HRA-VEBA plans funded with contributions from the City

Closing Date

Open Until Filled. First review August 6, 2024.

To Apply

Complete the online application at https://desmoineswa.applicantpro.com/jobs/and attach a resume and cover letter explaining how you meet the requirements.

Nature of Work

The Civil Engineer II assists in the implementation, organization, and coordination of engineering activities in the City's Engineering Services Department under the general direction of the Surface Water and Environmental Engineering Manager. Work includes performing a variety of field and office engineering duties associated with the planning, location, design, construction, operation or maintenance of engineering projects within the City. Considerable latitude is given for independent action within the scope of oral and written instructions. Typical duties include administration and management of public capital improvement design and construction projects; preparation of plans, specifications and estimates; investigation and engineering analysis of citizen concerns; review and approval of private drainage and/or transportation plans; application for funding assistance through federal, state and local programs; and coordination of work with skilled and/or clerical employees. The employee works within the framework of established City codes and departmental policies. This is a lead engineer position; and although this employee does not act in an official supervisory role, the Civil Engineer II oversees and provides day-to-day feedback and support on the work of junior-level engineers.

Essential Functions

• Produces surveys, diagrams, plans, specifications, and estimates for transportation and surface water system improvements undertaken by the City.
• Coordinates design work that the City elects to do through engineering consultants.
• Responds diplomatically and informatively to the questions and concerns voiced by the public.
• Coordinates and manages construction of capital improvement projects undertaken by the City, and inspects or manages consultant inspections of projects as approved by the Surface Water and Environmental Engineering Manager.
• Reviews development plans for compliance with the provisions of the City Code, King County Surface Water Design Manual, ASSHTO, WSDOT, MUTCD and other City ado