County of San Mateo
Senior Civil Engineer (Open & Promotional)
County of San Mateo, Los Angeles, California, United States,
The Department of Public Works
is seeking two Senior Civil Engineer positions in the Project Development and Design Section of the Engineering and Resource Protection Division.Senior Civil Engineers (Project Development and Design Section)
serve as project managers in charge of a group of subordinate engineers and/or sub-professional staff engaged in a wide variety of responsible civil engineering work and other major projects and activities. Senior Civil Engineers perform difficult civil engineering work including but not limited to roadway design, project management, planning, managing a variety of construction projects, and performing related work as required.
The ideal candidate
for this position will possess:At least four years of civil engineering work experience designing and overseeing construction of a variety of public works infrastructure projects, such as roadways, sanitary sewer and drainage systems, retaining structures, street lighting, and flood control.Strong understanding of the process for project schedule development, planning, budgeting, and financing public infrastructures.Strong leadership qualities to foster teamwork, collaboration, and a positive work environment.Excellent communication and public presentation skills.Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with direct reports, co-workers, managers, vendors, stakeholders, contractors, consultants, and residents.Hands-on experience using computer-aided drafting software, such as AutoCAD, SoftDesk, LDD, and Civil 3D to design public works infrastructure projects.Familiarity with California Department of Transportation standard specifications and standard plans.Hands-on experience with State and Federally funded projects and processes.Experience with environmental permitting processes and working with regulatory agencies.
Project Development and Design Section:
Civil Engineering applied to estimates, studies, technical reports, design, plans, specifications and professional recommendations for a variety of engineering activities.Pertinent federal, state, and local codes, laws, and regulations.Caltrans Standard Plans and Specifications.Compliance Requirements for Federally Funded Projects or State Grants.Best Practices for fielding inspection for paving, retaining walls, bridges and other typical transportation type construction projects.Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.Knowledge of:
Civil engineering practices and procedures including design, construction methods and techniques, strength and properties and uses of materials, hydraulics, specifications, and structural engineering.Engineering mathematics and economics.Laws and ordinances relating to design and construction standards.Road and road structure design.Testing procedures and equipment, and materials inspection.Hydrology and hydraulic design engineering, surveying methods and construction.Principles of supervision and training.Budgetary principles and practices.
Skill/Ability to:
Make inspections of all phases of engineering work in progress.Coordinate work of contractors and county staff.Enforce contract specifications and requirements.Make accurate estimates of cost of materials and construction time.Perform with a minimum of supervision.Enforce common safety practices and procedures.Prepare clear, concise and comprehensive correspondence and reports.Make verbal presentations.
Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:Four years of professional civil engineering experience which has included field office work in the planning, design, construction and maintenance of a variety of civil engineering projects.Licensure/Certification:
Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the state of California.Class C California driver license or equivalent.Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply.
Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, extra-help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
The examination will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidate's application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%) which may include a writing and/or performance exercise given before or after the interview. Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification.
All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.
All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.IMPORTANT:
Applications for this position will only be accepted online.
If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the
''Apply''
button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to
https://jobs.smcgov.org
to apply. Thorough and detailed responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to the standard San Mateo County employment application. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the completion of the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.Tentative Recruitment ScheduleFinal Filing Date:
Tuesday, September 3, 2024Application Screening:
Wednesday, September 4, 2024Combined Civil Service & Departmental Panel Interview:
Monday, September 16, 2024, and/or Thursday, September 19, 2024San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities. The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.Analyst: Sarah Huynh (Senior Civil Engineer - D064)
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is seeking two Senior Civil Engineer positions in the Project Development and Design Section of the Engineering and Resource Protection Division.Senior Civil Engineers (Project Development and Design Section)
serve as project managers in charge of a group of subordinate engineers and/or sub-professional staff engaged in a wide variety of responsible civil engineering work and other major projects and activities. Senior Civil Engineers perform difficult civil engineering work including but not limited to roadway design, project management, planning, managing a variety of construction projects, and performing related work as required.
The ideal candidate
for this position will possess:At least four years of civil engineering work experience designing and overseeing construction of a variety of public works infrastructure projects, such as roadways, sanitary sewer and drainage systems, retaining structures, street lighting, and flood control.Strong understanding of the process for project schedule development, planning, budgeting, and financing public infrastructures.Strong leadership qualities to foster teamwork, collaboration, and a positive work environment.Excellent communication and public presentation skills.Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with direct reports, co-workers, managers, vendors, stakeholders, contractors, consultants, and residents.Hands-on experience using computer-aided drafting software, such as AutoCAD, SoftDesk, LDD, and Civil 3D to design public works infrastructure projects.Familiarity with California Department of Transportation standard specifications and standard plans.Hands-on experience with State and Federally funded projects and processes.Experience with environmental permitting processes and working with regulatory agencies.
Project Development and Design Section:
Civil Engineering applied to estimates, studies, technical reports, design, plans, specifications and professional recommendations for a variety of engineering activities.Pertinent federal, state, and local codes, laws, and regulations.Caltrans Standard Plans and Specifications.Compliance Requirements for Federally Funded Projects or State Grants.Best Practices for fielding inspection for paving, retaining walls, bridges and other typical transportation type construction projects.Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.Knowledge of:
Civil engineering practices and procedures including design, construction methods and techniques, strength and properties and uses of materials, hydraulics, specifications, and structural engineering.Engineering mathematics and economics.Laws and ordinances relating to design and construction standards.Road and road structure design.Testing procedures and equipment, and materials inspection.Hydrology and hydraulic design engineering, surveying methods and construction.Principles of supervision and training.Budgetary principles and practices.
Skill/Ability to:
Make inspections of all phases of engineering work in progress.Coordinate work of contractors and county staff.Enforce contract specifications and requirements.Make accurate estimates of cost of materials and construction time.Perform with a minimum of supervision.Enforce common safety practices and procedures.Prepare clear, concise and comprehensive correspondence and reports.Make verbal presentations.
Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:Four years of professional civil engineering experience which has included field office work in the planning, design, construction and maintenance of a variety of civil engineering projects.Licensure/Certification:
Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the state of California.Class C California driver license or equivalent.Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply.
Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, extra-help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
The examination will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidate's application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%) which may include a writing and/or performance exercise given before or after the interview. Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification.
All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.
All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.IMPORTANT:
Applications for this position will only be accepted online.
If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the
''Apply''
button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to
https://jobs.smcgov.org
to apply. Thorough and detailed responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to the standard San Mateo County employment application. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the completion of the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.Tentative Recruitment ScheduleFinal Filing Date:
Tuesday, September 3, 2024Application Screening:
Wednesday, September 4, 2024Combined Civil Service & Departmental Panel Interview:
Monday, September 16, 2024, and/or Thursday, September 19, 2024San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities. The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.Analyst: Sarah Huynh (Senior Civil Engineer - D064)
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