Civil Engineer

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Summary Performs advanced work in the areas of

civil engineering under direction of the Engineering Manager; AutoCAD

and Civil 3D computer design work on the development of road,

intersection, and bridge construction plans, field construction grade

staking, and inspection; topographic surveying; develops and inspects

stormwater management plans and field practices; and carries out traffic

studies for intersection improvement project design. Serve as project

engineer/manager for both in-house and outside highway projects.

Complete tasks that may require assistance to the Engineering Manager

coordinating with and providing direction to county employees, outside

contractors, utilities, land owners, residents, etc. Essential Duties

Performs AutoCAD and Civil 3D computer design work on the development of

construction plans for roadway, bridge, intersection, parking lot, and

bicycle/pedestrian trail improvement projects (construction plans

include: plan and profile sheets, standard detail sheets, quantities and

cross-sections). Prepares engineering plans, specifications, cost

estimates and budgets for projects. Administers and coordinates the

development of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WisDNR)

required stormwater management plans for construction projects;

develops, files and coordinates WisDNR stormwater management and wetland

impact permits; inspects erosion control field devices to ensure

compliance with WisDNR regulations and stormwater management plans.

Performs complex skilled technical civil engineering field survey work

for the development of roadway, intersection, and bridge construction

plans. Conducts field engineering survey construction work in setting

grades and reference points for construction crews. Inspects, assists,

and directs the highway crew workers, third-party subcontractors and

utility workers in carrying out road, intersection and bridge

construction work; calculates field quantities and compares to the

contractor invoices for payment; develops and coordinates, with

Engineering Manager, construction change orders; makes field decisions

on utility conflicts; reports construction conflicts and problems to the

Engineering Manager; coordinates construction project traffic control

for worker and motorist safety. Assists the Engineering Manager

regarding road construction material cost and quantity calculations and

estimates; assists other county departments on the development of plans

and cost estimates on road, parking lot, and drainage pond projects.

Prepares cost estimates for major road and bridge construction projects.

Assists in the design of County bridges, box culverts and culvert pipes.

Performs hydraulic analysis and permitting. Performs bridge inspections

per FHWA National Highway institutions requirements. Assists the

Business Manager with the local bridge aid program. Designs layout for

county road round-abouts and intersections, traffic signals, and video

detectors. Prepares detailed highway design investigation reports, per

Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) regulations on wetland

impact, environmental impact, archeological and historical surveys,

pavement design, underground soil contamination, utility coordination

and relocation, and railroad crossings. Conducts manual and mechanical

impulse traffic volume counts; compiles traffic accident data. Performs

related functions as assigned. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND

QUALIFICATIONS: Working knowledge of the modern principles and practices

of civil engineering, especially in the areas of highway design and

traffic engineering. Some knowledge of computerized department program

software, internet access, and database, spreadsheet and word processing

programs. Working knowledge of project management requirements,

timelines, and tools. Ability to utilize word processing, database and

spreadsheet programs. Working knowledge of highway construction nd

drainage construction, survey methods, materials, maintenance, and

equipment. Working knowledge of the laws, codes, and regulations

pertaining to the construction of roadways. Working knowledge of the

procedures and practices applied in the inspection of work and materials

used in highway construction. Ability to make complex mathematical

computations, and to use surveying, drafting, and electronic calculating

equipment. Ability to analyze data, research information, and compile

the results into detailed recommendations. Ability to read construction

plans and to interpret specifications. Ability to keep accurate and

detailed records and field notes, and to write detailed technical

reports. Ability to establish and maintain effective public and working

relations. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in

writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working

relationships with staff and the general public. Ability to work

required hours of the position. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

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