Project Engineer

Eudora, KS • Full-time • Eudora, KS • $71.35k - $85.60k / year • 2d ago

The City of Eudora is accepting applications for a Project Engineer within our Public Works Department. The position will be responsible for planning, managing, and overseeing various civil engineering projects. This position will act as a project engineer/manager on infrastructure projects and provide highly responsible, complex administrative and technical support.

Job Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to)

· Review project drawings, contract documents, engineering plans, specifications, cost estimates, and technical documents to ensure compliance with City standards and determine appropriate recommendations.

· Develop bid documents and manage the construction of projects, including the annual Pavement Management Program and Capital Improvement Projects for the public works department.

· Manage post-award grant activities, including project implementation, budget oversight, compliance monitoring, reporting, and coordination with stakeholders to ensure successful grant outcomes.

· Observe project sites and evaluate contractors’ work to detect design problems and ensure conformance to design specifications and applicable codes.

· Coordinate and manage project timelines and staff schedules to ensure efficient resource allocation and timely completion of work.

· Set up and help maintain project files and records, and manage the electronic filing system.

· Update and maintain the City construction details and standards; ensure all updates are implemented on the GIS map.

· Use computer-aided design software to draft detailed dimensional drawings and design layouts for projects and to ensure conformance to specifications.

· Assist with the creation, editing, maintenance, and quality control of GIS datasets and maps

· Plan and conduct field surveys to locate new sites and analyze details of project sites.

· Function as the department point person for engineering research and survey efforts, providing support to Public Works staff as required.

· Exercise leadership practices within the position to move the department toward the City mission, vision, and values.

Minimum Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with major course work in Civil engineering, construction management, or a related field

· State recognition as an EIT, having passed the FE exam

o Project Management Professional (PMP) certification may be considered in place of the EIT certification.

· Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

· Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

· PE Certification