Senior Engineer - Design Project Manager

Senior Engineer

The City of Lincoln Department of Transportation & Utilities is seeking a highly responsible individual to assist in the administration and coordination of municipal infrastructure projects and provide professional management and design services for a variety of projects ranging from routine to complex for transportation Capital Improvement Projects. The individual will be responsible for leading projects, reviews, and coordination with other entities and assigned personnel or outside consultants.

The Department's mission is to responsibly deliver, enhance, and maintain vital infrastructure and services for the good of our community. This Senior Engineer position will be responsible for upholding this mission by overseeing engineering design work of the highest technical nature in the Development, Design and Construction Division. More information on the Transportation and Utilities Department can be found here: https://www.lincoln.ne.gov/City/Departments/LTU

Considerable independent judgment is required in interpreting and adapting professional standards and principles as well as official policies, ordinances, regulations, and guidelines for routine and unusual engineering design issues for locally and federally funded projects.

General supervision, review of work items, and establishment of goals is completed in consultation with the Development, Design & Construction Focus Area Leader while working alongside and collaborating with other Sr. Engineers and Engineers. Strong management skills, ability to communicate project concepts to a wide audience, and effective interpersonal abilities are essential.

Lincoln is a growing City of close to 300,000 residents and has enjoyed a steady annual population growth rate for the past 30 years. The City consistently earns top national rankings for its quality of life and its economy. This state capital and college town offers the excitement of a big city with the convenience and friendliness of small-town living. Residents are proud of the city's award-winning trail network, excellent educational system, low crime rate, high-tech infrastructure, and great climate for job seekers and entrepreneurs. Lincoln consistently earns top national rankings and has been named the "happiest City in America."

The City of Lincoln offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, group life, Employee Assistance Program, and employer-matched retirement plan. The City also offers excellent paid vacation, sick leave, and holiday time off. Remote work options are available after completion of six months of work, at the discretion of department directors and direct supervisors.

Nature of Work / Examples of Work Performed

Management of various municipal transportation improvement projects to ensure safety, efficiency, public involvement, fiscal responsibility, and conformance with local, regional, and national standards. Projects range from routine to complex and may include roadway reconstruction and rehabilitation; bridge reconstruction and rehabilitation; water main reconstruction; traffic signal reconstruction; or sidewalk reconstruction to meet ADA regulations.

Oversee the completion of project studies, plans, specifications, and cost estimates for internal staff and outside consultants to ensure policies, standards, procedures, and regulations are followed.

Implement public information plans which may include public presentations and attendance at public meetings and hearings on behalf of the City in order to answer questions regarding transportation and utility projects.

Oversee preparation of conceptual plans and cost estimates for negotiation of transportation agreements with developers.

Provide technical guidance to employees, coordinate with other City of Lincoln departments as well as outside agencies, and communicate with the general public.

Resolve issues through research and providing solutions.

Desirable Knowledge, Abilities & Skills / Desirable Training & Experience

Past successful delivery of large complex projects utilizing extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of civil and structural engineering.

Experience and/or training in engineering management.

Ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously.

Detail oriented.

Creating and maintaining effective relations with officials, co-workers, other government agencies, professional service providers, and the general public.

Minimum Qualifications / Necessary Special Requirements

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in engineering.

Four years of experience in progressively responsible engineering work including two years of experience in a supervisory capacity.

Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the desirable knowledge, abilities, and skills.

Necessary Special Requirements

Registration as a Professional Engineer by the State of Nebraska. If registered in another state, must obtain State of Nebraska registration within six months of appointment.

Possession of a valid driver's license.