Engineering Associate A (Right of Way)

Requirements

• Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering or in a field related to the job.
• Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years.
• Licenses and Certifications Required:
• None.
• Ability to manage multiple project reviews and effective time management to meet deadlines.
• Ability to manage and attend meetings with engineers and contractors, including field meetings.
• Experience reviewing construction plans and temporary traffic control plans (TCPs) in conformance with the City of Austin Transportation Criteria Manual (TCM), Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD).
• Active Certification in Temporary Traffic Control (TTC or ATSSA).
• Experience using enterprise case management systems (AMANDA, Knack).
• Highly detailed and organized/ process oriented.
• Excellent computer skills, as well as, verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in the design development and construction of projects within the Right-of-Way (ROW).
• Ability to travel to more than one work location.
• Notes to Candidate:
• Austin Transportation and Public Works Department, Right of Way (ROW) Di

Benefits

Additional Information

About This Position About Us! Austin Transportation and Public Works (TPW) is a highly reliable organization that builds and maintains infrastructure for our community. Our vision is for Austin to be the model for safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation. We value safety, unity, reliability, accountability, integrity, community, and employee fulfillment. Job Description: Engineering Associate A Purpose: Under close supervision of a Professional Engineer, this position performs routine engineering projects or assignments; exercises limited judgment within defined methods, procedures, and practices. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities: Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Performs routine computerized software drafting programs, ink, or pencil drafting of drawings and maps. Develops, analyzes, and generates technical reports by preparing a variety of reports, correspondence, and official documents. Researches, investigates, and responds to appropriate agency by meeting with other City departments, external agencies, and those affected by project(s). Inspects and monitors projects for legal compliance by reviewing work completed by contractors and monitoring compliance to specifications. Assists in the preparation of preliminary, periodic and final estimates of quantities, materials, equipment, labor and facilities for the preparation of budgets, programs, schedules, partial and final contract payments and other purposes for various projects. Performs inventory control and procurement duties; develops plans, designs, specification, and instructions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of traffic signals, signing, lighting, pavement markings, and design standards. Performs equipment evaluations of assigned programs and or projects to ensure equipment meets industry and City of Austin standards by reviewing, analyzing, and providing changes or recommendations for improvement for equipment. Conducts field inspections of work done by contractors to ensure compliance with plans and specifications. Drafts and recommends approval of contract change orders and payments. Performs statistical analysis to ensure specifications are within guidelines. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: None. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of engineering principles and practices. Knowledge of complex mathematical calculations. Knowledge of one or more of the following disciplines: Civil, Environmental, Structural, Architectural, Mechanical and/or Electrical engineering terminology and techniques. Knowledge of City purchasing and contract policies and procedures. Knowledge of leadership roles and responsibilities. Knowledge of construction, utility or other assigned disciplinary practices and techniques. Knowledge of various phases of the plans review and inspections processes. Knowledge of various computer software programs. Knowledge of preparation of cost estimates. Skill in oral and written technical and/or general communication Ability to perform more complex engineering computations, calculus, geometry, and trigonometry, rapidly and accurately. Ability to Read and update quarter-section maps. Ability to Read and comprehend specifications, plans, and shop drawings. Ability to Interpret and make decisions in conformance within established policies and practices. Ability to communicate and provide direction to peers and assigned personnel.

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