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Engineering Project Manager II

City of Charleston
Full-time
On-site
United States
$100,493.58 - $112,500 USD yearly
This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled.

Annual Salary:

$100,493.58 - $112,500.00

Department:

General Government, Stormwater Management

Division:

Stormwater Project Management

FLSA:

Exempt

Job Description:

In this role, you will be responsible for managing the design and construction of major capital and engineering projects, including storm water improvements, site design, roadway and other right-of-way improvements.

 Examples of Duties:

  • Oversees capital projects from land acquisition through completion of construction and development of life-cycle guidelines.
  • Leads implementation of projects after planning, including any or all of the following: preparation of total project budget; initiating review process (CPR, DRC, TRC, BAR, etc.); selection of design professionals; direction of design process through schematic design, design development and construction documents; bidding, negotiation and award of contract.
  • Manages the construction process of capital projects after implementation, including: mobilization coordination, utility coordination, contract administration throughout construction process, including approval of pay applications, issuing of change orders and/or directives, etc.; ensuring compliance with contract documents through final completion and close-out; and monitoring project through warranty period.
  • Makes decisions related to rights-of-way in plan review process of the Technical Review Committee (TRC). Works on master plans, corridor plans, and special planning/development projects with other City departments and/or the public. 
  • Assists with long-term maintenance issues related to projects managed. Represents the Department Director or Deputy Department Director at meetings.
  • Performs other duties as assigned

 Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree (B.S.) in Civil Engineering of a related field and 8 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Professional Engineering License from any state.
    • If hired with an out of state license, you must obtain a SC license within 6 months of hire.
  • Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office.

 Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in all aspects of storm water management and hydraulics for drainage design, hydrology, site design, and paving.
  • Familiarity with CAD and other civil/site design software packages.

 Other Necessary Requirements:

  • May require evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
  • In the event of major storms or other emergency situations, this position may be subject to 24-hour shifts or any other emergency schedule that is necessary to meet the City’s needs.

The City of Charleston is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEOC) as a fundamental policy to be implemented and observed in our daily operation.  Our full EEOC statement can be found on our website: www.charleston-sc.gov [charleston-sc.gov]

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