CLASSIFICATION TITLE:
Civil Engineer III - Bridge Engineer
SALARY:
$82,702.22 - $106,968.42
DEPARTMENT:
Roads
Closing Date:
When Position is Filled
LOCATION: Engineering Division
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt/Overtime pursuant to Collective Bargaining Agreement
EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: Just cause subject to probationary period
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under direction, is responsible for performing professional engineering tasks associated with multiple engineering functions. Inspects project sites to monitor progress, ensure conformance to design specification and safety standards. Provides technical advice to appropriate personnel regarding design, construction or program modifications or structural repairs. Manages and directs the construction, operations and maintenance activities of project site.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Inspects project sites to monitor progress, ensure conformance to design specification and safety standards.
Provides technical advice to appropriate personnel regarding design, construction or program modifications or structural repairs.
Manages and directs the construction, operations and maintenance activities of project site.
Supervises survey and inspection crews to ensure proper quality assurance, quality control of materials and methods in compliance with drawings and specifications.
Participates in meetings with other governmental agencies, utility representatives, local offices and interested residents to work out details of schedule, inspections, utility conflicts and other potential problems.
Assigns and supervises the work of subordinates to ensure proper quality assurance, quality control of materials and methods in compliance with drawings and specifications.
Prepares and maintains periodic pay estimates and required documentation for work performed.
Maintains liaison with other Department of Roads divisions regarding interpretation, implementation and possible changes to a project.
Provides problem solving and report preparation to various Department of Roads stakeholders.
Performs related duties as assigned.
ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR BRIDGE ENGINEER:
BRIDGE MANAGEMENT
Conducts Bridge Safety Inspections with duties including but not limited to:
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Biennial and inventory bridge inspections
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As-needed condition bridge inspections
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Load rating analyses to determine vehicular capacity of in-service bridges
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Inspection and load rating reports within the MiBridgE database
Strong knowledge of:
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State website, forms, and procedures for Inspection
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The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO)Ware Bridge Rating (BrR) Software
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MiBridgE
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Education and Experience:
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Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a directly related field from an accredited college or university
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Five (5) years of experience performing various engineering duties, not limited to: construction plan interpretation, inspection report accuracy, inventory control of tested stock and supplies, maintaining record-keeping system, and computation of engineering data
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Supervisory or project management experience
Preferred Education and Experience:
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Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a directly related field from an accredited college or university
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Seven (7) or more years of experience performing various engineering duties, not limited to: construction plan interpretation, inspection report accuracy, inventory control of tested stock and supplies, maintaining record-keeping system, and computation of engineering data
Required Licenses or Certifications:
Preferred Licenses or Certifications
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES:
Knowledge of:
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Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment
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Construction methods and materials used within these projects
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Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and current Michigan Department of Transportation traffic standards
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Microstation, Synchro, and Microsoft Word and Excel software
Skill in:
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Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships
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Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
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Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios
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Assigning, prioritizing, monitoring, and reviewing work assignments
Ability to:
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Meet schedules and deadlines of the work
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Understand and carry out oral and written directions
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Work in an environment which embraces the county’s Dignity Campaign
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Effectively speak, write and understand the English language
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Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferred
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Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions
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Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
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Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
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Work independently
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Conduct oneself with tact and courtesy
