CIVIL ENGINEER

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

In the Department of Transportation, the Civil Engineer will be integral to making engineering decisions

throughout the design and construction process. Will develop scopes of work for professional services and be the

project manager on various roadway projects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Propose and review plans for conformance to accepted engineering standards, applicable codes,

specifications and design criteria and make recommendations.

• Prepare and review structural and hydraulic drawings, graphics, plans and profiles, review structural

designs, structure and earthwork quantities, and cost estimates for planning and design purposes.

• Prepare and review preliminary and final engineering designs, specifications and cost estimates for

specific project features or structures.

• Review engineering and environmental documents prepared by others to evaluate impact on engineering

design and feasibility.

• Perform value-engineering studies as required, such as evaluating proposals prepared by consulting

engineers and contractors for feasibility and cost effectiveness and recommending alternatives.

• Review final specifications and designs for accuracy and conformance in field conditions.
• Prepare planning and design data reports.
• Utilize automated data processing and design methods to accomplish work assignments.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:
• Considerable knowledge of modern methods, principles, practices of civil engineering and construction,

laws, regulations, directives policies and organizations relating to administration, planning, development, and

construction projects.

• Knowledge in roadway design using AutoCAD drafting software.
• Knowledge of the AASHTO roadway design guidance and the MUTCD manual.