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Civil Engineer (PW)

City of Dothan
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 15 Jul 2026
💰 $114,120/yr($71,320/yr$114,120/yr)

About the role

Posting number: 196PW-26-14

Department: Public Works

Job classification: Civil Engineer (PW)

Posting type: Open

Categories: Engineering

Summary



Civil Engineer (PW) Salary Range:   $74,172.80 - $118,684.80
Civil Engineer (PW) (with PE) Salary Range:    $81,910.40 - $130,977.60



This position performs engineering functions in support of the design and construction of City infrastructure.

Examples of duties

  • Provides engineering expertise, including designing and/or managing construction of streets, sidewalks, trails, storm drains, and buildings; prepares plans and cost estimates; evaluates alternative construction materials and methods; modifies large engineering projects design under contract by architectural and engineering firms.


  • Supervises or participates in the design, preparation, and implementation of construction documents for Public Works projects; supervises and participates in the preparation of engineering specifications; resolves difficult or unusual engineering problems.


  • Assists with and ensures compliance with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System, Stormwater Permit, and Stormwater Ordinances; supervises illicit discharge detection and elimination; coordinates with City departments to ensure permit compliance; oversees construction site stormwater runoff control and management; coordinates public education and outreach.


  • Reviews and approves site development plans, construction plans, and stormwater calculations for residential and commercial projects.


  • Trains, assigns, directs, supervises, evaluates, and disciplines personnel.


  • Assists the public with drainage, sidewalk, easement, and roadway issues.


  • Provides technical guidance to Inspectors engaged in inspecting all Public Works/Utility projects and private development projects while construction is in process and upon completion.


  • Inspects field work in progress and upon completion; makes notes and keeps related records; provides technical guidance to field personnel.


  • Provides expertise and project management of City environmental projects and issues.


  • Collects and analyzes a variety of data to complete a variety of reports, correspondence, studies, and draft ordinances.


  • Reviews and provides comments on private development proposals and plans and specifications submitted to the City for approval.


  • Monitors engineering work performed by contracted firms while in progress, reviews final products for compliance with specifications and recommends revisions and/or acceptance.


  • Coordinates surveying, design, and construction activities and schedules with City personnel in other departments.


  • Checks and verifies hydraulic calculations for proposed residential, commercial, and industrial developments.


  • Provides engineering support to all City Departments.


  • Prepares Professional Service contract specifications to secure professional engineering services for larger engineering projects; evaluates proposals received, recommends best firm for each project.


  • Reviews and provides comments on private development proposals, plans, and specifications submitted to the City for approval; assists in consolidating comments prepared by others.


  • Conducts special engineering studies and prepares special reports.  Many special studies concern drainage proposals and the effects of development on storm water problems.  Collects and analyzes data to serve as a basis for the management of a comprehensive City storm water policy.


  • Assists in managing the FEMA designated Special Flood Hazard Area (SHFA) within the City limits.


  • Develops cost estimates for Public Works projects.


  • Researches, writes, and acquires easements and rights-of-way for the city.


  • Interprets codes and design standards for technical staff, inspectors, A and E firms, developers, and the public.


  • Investigates citizen complaints and damage claims; resolves complaints and pr

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