Civil Engineer III

  • Alexandria
  • City Of Alexandria, Va
Salary : $80,036.84 - $140,847.98 Annually
Location : Alexandria, VA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Transportation & Environmental Services
Division: SANITARY & OEQ
Opening Date: 09/05/2024
Closing Date: 10/7/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Civil Engineer III (Sanitary Infrastructure Division)
The Transportation & Environmental Services Department is inviting qualified individuals to apply for our Civil Engineer III position in the Sanitary Infrastructure Division. This position is responsible for managing the planning level engineering for sanitary sewer capital infrastructure projects and other sanitary sewer programs. The employee will utilize prior engineering experience to resolve critical issues on complex projects. The employee is expected to have a strong technical background in civil engineering and experience working on engineering projects, along with strong time management skills and ability to effectively manage competing priorities. Work is performed with considerable independence and independent judgment, while ensuring compliance with City policies and procedures.
What You Should Bring
The successful candidate should be self-motivated and take initiative to get the job done and will have knowledge and experience in the field of civil engineering and project management; develop and maintain effective relationships with several stakeholders; and communicate effectively and clearly, both verbally and in writing.
The Opportunity - Examples of Work
  • Responsible for the management of sanitary sewer programs, including projects related to asset management of sewer collection systems, and infiltration and inflow into sanitary sewer systems;
  • Monitors sanitary sewer projects, including the work done by consultant teams, to ensure conformance with scope, schedule, and budget;
  • Ensures that projects conform to all applicable City standards and are in conformance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations;
  • Works collaboratively with the Department of Project Implementation to ensure a seamless transition of projects from planning level engineering stage to design and construction;
  • Provides comprehensive reviews on engineering plans, specifications, and other engineering-related reports/documents throughout the design process, along with monitoring projects during construction;
  • Works with stakeholders, engages the community, and presents information regarding sanitary-related programs to residents, outside agencies, senior staff, and City officials.
  • Assists in the development of the Sanitary Sewer Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and operating budget for the Sanitary Infrastructure Division;
  • Routinely reports project progress to senior project engineer and seeks assistance with project challenges;
  • Continues to grow technical knowledge in the planning level engineering and operation of sanitary sewer collection systems. Responsible for meeting all certification requirements and seeking out coaching and assistance on unfamiliar work. Committed to continually improving engineering skills and knowledge;
  • Approaches work with a critical eye, challenging accepted practices, seeking new approaches, and continuous improvement.
  • Performs related work as required.
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Minimum & Additional Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or other related field and five years of professional experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
To be considered a preferred applicant, candidates should have a minimum of two (2) years of engineering experience related to sanitary sewer collection systems and be licensed as a Professional Engineer in the Commonwealth of Virginia or eligible to obtain Virginia registration by reciprocity.
Notes
This position requires the successful completion of pre-employment background checks.
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Do you have a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or other related field and five years of professional experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities?
  • Yes
  • No

02
Do you meet the preferred requirement of being a licensed Professional Civil Engineer in the Commonwealth or Virginia or can you meet this preferred requirement through reciprocity?
  • Yes
  • No

03
Do you meet the preferred requirement of two (2) years of engineering experience related to sanitary sewer collection systems?
  • Yes
  • No

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If you answered "yes" to question 3, please describe your experience related to engineering related to sanitary sewer collection systems. If you answered "no", write N/A.
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Do you have experience related to asset management and have a working knowledge of asset management software programs?
  • Yes
  • No

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If you answered "yes" to question 5, please describe your asset management program experience.
Required Question