This is a provisional appointment.

Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):

Under direction in the Engineering Section, the Sr. Civil Engineer is responsible for performing accurate mathematical calculations for various design improvements. 

Duties include:

• Interprets reports submitted for site conditions and pavement analysis.
• Prepares or supervises the preparation of concise, accurate engineering estimates for projects reviewed, constructed, or advertised by the Department.
• Keeps continuously updated cost information (average bids) related to construction of streets, sidewalks, ramps, conduit systems (electrical and traffic) and bridge repairs (wood and steel).
• Assembles documents for advertisements of public bids.
• Familiar with processing prevailing wage scale request, Chapter 90 funding procedures and eligible projects, working knowledge of contract boilerplate and forms.
• Reviews plans from Public Works Department  (PWD) or other City Departments or outside engineering firms as to compliance with City standards and meet construction standards.
• Designs and reviews ramps. 
• Performs related duties as required.
  
  Required to work any emergency as directed by the Chief of Streets or designee.