Storm Water Services Engineering Project Manager (Project Engineer)
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Date Opened: Monday, December 16, 2024 12:00 AM Close Date: Friday, January 03, 2025 12:00 AM Department: Storm Water Services Department Salary: $81,178.59 - $101,473.24 Commensurate with ExperienceSUMMARYStorm Water Services' mission is to serve the City of Charlotte by improving surface waters and conveying rainwater safely through well-maintained storm drainage systems. Each year Storm Water Services invests $100+ million in capital improvements and staff manages hundreds of storm drainage improvement projects. Storm Water Services is one of the largest stormwater utilities in the Southeast with approximately 215,000 customer accounts and more than 200 full-time positions. This position is part of the Storm Water Services Engineering and Design Division and is primarily responsible for supporting the Design Program by performing engineering activities and tasks related to stormwater design work. This position currently allows for a hybrid work schedule.Offering $91,326.00 - $101,472.00 Commensurate with ExperienceMajor Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop design resolutions to various storm drainage system deficiencies.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses models.
• Production of construction project plans utilizing AutoCAD3D.
• Interacting with the public, meeting with property owners to represent the city.
• Design stream and channel techniques to resolve erosion.
• Determine construction cost estimates.
• Coordinate utility conflicts with local utilities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to successfully perform stormwater modeling and design tasks.
• Understanding/knowledge of hydrology & hydraulic software such as:
  • Hydro CAD
  • HEC-RAS
  • HY8
  • Arc-GIS
  • Storm CAD
  • Hydroflow
• Progressive experience using AutoCAD3D and other engineering software applications.
• Familiar with stream restoration techniques to correct erosion problems at point locations.
• Develop construction plans for repairs and improvements in accordance with all local, state and federal permitting requirements.
• Knowledge of City of Charlotte Land Development Standards, NCDOT Standards and Specifications and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Design Manual.
• Utilize efficient time management skills for short-term stormwater projects.
• Ability to design and manage stormwater projects independently efficiently and effectively.
• Good organizational skills to meet expected production design goals for design projects.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop and create technical reports.
• Ability to work cooperatively with city employees and the public.
• Ability to apply conflict resolution techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• A valid driver's license, a good driving record with the ability to obtain and maintain a City Driving Permit.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Licensure as a Professional Engineer.
• Ability to communicate in both English and Spanish.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering and three (3) years of progressive experience including storm drainage design.

Minimum QualificationsCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTThe City's Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate's written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.HOW TO APPLYApply online.Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job.You are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby where we have workstations available. Our office is located at 700 East 4th Street, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28202. Our hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (EST), excluding official City holidays.The City of Charlotte is committed to making the job application process accessible to all. Upon request, auxiliary aids, written materials in alternate formats, language access, and other reasonable accommodations or modification will be provided. To make a request, please email ...@charlottenc.gov, call 704-###-####, or visit us in person at 700 4th St., Charlotte, NC 28202.BENEEFITSThe City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to all employees.Click here to learn more about the City of Charlotte's benefits.The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.