Senior Assistant Civil Engineer - Design

Full Job Description

Under general supervision, performs responsible technical work in the field of civil engineering, and assists in the management and documentation of major municipal engineering/construction projects.

Requirements

• Analyzes project scope.
• Reviews and evaluates field conditions and data.
• Provides documentation control and organization of project record files.
• Utilizes MDOT Field Manager software or equivalent used by the City in order to maintain project records and accounting.
• Develops and designs engineering solutions.
• Assists in preparation of construction plans.
• Ensures construction is performed in conformance with plans, specifications, budget and applicable standards.
• Interprets construction projects and plans. 
• Creates engineering/construction project documents.
• Prepares and maintains records and reports.
• Oversees, supervises and inspects work of contractors and other City workforce, as needed.
• Manages and supervises inspectors and other staff assigned to projects.
• Reviews work prepared by other team members.
• Instructs, counsels, mentors and advises division staff on assignments and tasks to see that work is performed satisfactorily and meets expected standards.
• Consults with supervisor on work assignments and personnel matters such as promotions, transfers, and disciplinary actions and grievances.
• May supervise Assistant Engineers and other technical staff members.
• Initiates and directs training of divisional staff and colleagues.
• Represents the department/division with individual groups of citizens, public agencies, or private stakeholder groups.

Qualifications

Qualifications (required):

• Bachelor’s degree in a civil engineering or construction engineering related field.
• Three years of experience in civil engineering and construction related activities. 

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted to meet the education and experience requirements of this position.

Qualifications (preferred):

• Completion of some coursework in construction management is preferred.
• One year of civil engineering/construction supervisory field work is preferred.

Additional Information

Evaluation Plan

• Interview: 70%
• Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%
• Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

• Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points
• Detroit Residency Credit: 15 point

LRD: 2/20/26

LICENSE, CERTIFICATION AND OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Current registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Michigan.
• Valid State of Michigan Operator License required.
  
  KNOWLEDGE OF:
  • Principals and methods of civil engineering design and construction.
  • Equipment and materials used in civil engineering projects.
  • Project costing, monitoring and reporting techniques.
  
  SKILL IN:
  • Analyzing problems relating to civil engineering design and construction.
  • Supervising, prioritizing and directing the work of others.
  • Reading, understanding and evaluating engineering plans and specifications.
  • Oral and written communication.
  • Use of personal computers and common office and work related software.
  • Preparing concise technical and non-technical reports.
  
  ABILITY TO:
  • Plan and direct the activities of a moderately large group of subordinate engineers and draft technicians.
  • Estimate costs and schedules for engineering projects.
  • Interact effectively with subordinates and peers with tact and diplomacy.
  • Display initiative and resourcefulness in solving difficult and unusual engineering problems in connection with problems of civil engineering design.
  
  Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on requirements of the position.
  
  DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
  • Work involves office, field and plant activities.
  
  The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the class. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Specific job duties may vary from position to position.