Are you a creative and innovative civil engineering program manager? Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is recruiting for an engineer to lead SPU's ditch, culvert, sandbox, and junction box asset management plans. This position provides engineering support for our existing system of ditches, culverts, green infrastructure, and other conveyance structures, as well as, reviewing, planning and prioritizing for new assets, both in the Right-of-Way (ROW) and on SPU facilities.
About Seattle Public Utilities: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.5 million customers in the region. SPU’s work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.
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SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.
Why join us?
We know work isn't only about what you do it’s also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance, including:
Hybrid work schedule opportunities
Family-friendly and multicultural work environment
Generous benefits package
Free Orca Pass
City pension plan with employer/employee contributions.
Growth potential and advancement opportunities
Job Responsibilities
Implement knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, and methods to storm and surface water conveyance projects, sites, and assets.
Review or prepare contracting documents for technical specifications, and scope of work for consultants and contractors, including invoice review, approval of payment authorization, and overseeing contract(s).
Manage consultants to conduct formal engineering assessments and/or perform assessments for culvert/creek culvert structural conditions.
Act as technical expert in hydraulic, open channel flow, and piped conveyance.
Provide and develop recommendations including supervising structural inspections, performing, or overseeing hydraulic flow analysis, and preparation of condition assessment reports and recommendations for assets.
Collaborate with maintenance staff on drainage issues to find operational solutions or initiate capital improvement projects (CIP).
Perform preliminary and final design reviews and/or prepare design criteria for ditch, culvert, and other related drainage projects for CIP and O&M. Review and ensure compliance with design plans and scope of work.
Assists in the development of engineering standards and specifications.
Develop and manage long-term budget and annual spending plan including workload forecast.
Meet with the public and representatives of other agencies and City departments to discuss current or proposed projects to address conveyance constraints or issues of concern.
Supervise or lead the work of staff, interns, and consultants.
Develop or support capital improvement plans to address flooding and drainage issues, including prioritization.
Participate on project teams throughout the project lifecycle, representing asset management, operations, and maintenance.
Coordinate with other city departments to identify conflicts and opportunities with utility infrastructure.
Participate in the development of policies, codes, and procedures.
Present engineering planning results and data to a variety of audiences including other engineers, managers, etc.
Respond to resident requests and participate in public programs as needed.
Conduct site/field visits as needed.
Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications
Experience: Five (5) years professional civil engineering experience.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology.
Education and Experience Equivalency: Combinations of appropriate education, training, certification, and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability to the minimum education and experience requirements.
Experience as a project engineer/manager on technically complex and visible projects.
Ability to coordinate a multi-discipline team and work independently to resolve most routine problems.
Technical expertise in civil engineering drainage/open channel flow.
Excellent communication and writing skills.
Experience working in the public Right of Way with customers to exchange information, provide education, answer questions, and respond to complaints.
Ability to use software, databases and spreadsheet programs.
Ability to apply sound engineering judgement under stressful situations to develop recommendations and make decisions.
Understanding of liability issues as they relate to utilities.
Ability to understand permit requirements.
Additional Information
Application Requirement(s):
A full City of Seattle online application including response to the supplemental questionnaire.
Resume, & Cover letter addressing your knowledge and experience, related to this position.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Most work is performed in a normal City work/office environment.
Field assignments entail exposure to all types of weather, traffic, hazardous/toxic substances, and work in or near construction sites.
May be required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time.
Workplace Environment (Telework Expectation):
This position allows for the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. Employees will be required to come into the office twice a week. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor.
Who may apply: The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
The full salary range for this position is $57.96 - $67.49 per hour.
Benefits: The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.
Experience: Five (5) years professional civil engineering experience.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology.
Education and Experience Equivalency: Combinations of appropriate education, training, certification, and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability to the minimum education and experience requirements.
About Seattle Public Utilities: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a Community Centered Utility whose mission is to foster healthy people, environment, and economy by partnering with our community to equitably manage water and waste resources for today and future generations. We deliver high quality, vital services, across four major lines of business: providing water, solid waste, drainage and wastewater services for Seattle residents and businesses. In addition, SPU provides drinking water for 1.5 million regional customers in Seattle and other municipalities. Our customers depend on us to deliver high quality, reliable, and cost-conscious utility services and to achieve the highest benefits possible for every investment we make.
